When you Install Windows Vista on a computer there can be many issues with Software Compatibility more so if you are upgrading from an earlier version of Windows such as XP, because a lot of the software that you use on a day to day basis is designed for that version of Windows.
Now for some programs you may not have any issues at all but for the most part you will have to download a new version of the program that you are using to make it run correctly on Windows Vista.
Some types of programs that are more often than not going to cause issues when moving to Vista are:
• Disk Partitioning Utilities .
• Software Firewalls.
• Antivirus programs and other security related software.
• CD/DVD burning software.
Most people think that hardware is the main issue with Windows Vista, I suppose both are equally volatile when it comes to Vista really. As time goes by more and more things just work with Vista as Microsoft are releasing updates all the time, Software and Hardware companies are making sure that there products are compatible with Vista.
So when you are thinking about moving to Windows Vista, you’ve check that your computer can handle it Hardware wise. You need to next check all the software that you use can be used with Vista, usually this is a very simple process you just go on over to the website of the product and check to see that there are Vista downloads.
You might possibly be using a program that you’ve used for years that’s not being supported anymore there for the creators are not going to be making the changes so it will work with Vista and the worst time that you could find out something like that is when you have installed Windows Vista and need to use it!
I wrote another article on Vista compatibility a few days ago that was more focused on the Hardware of your computer but the program used to inform you of issues is still very useful for this too.
Download Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor Here!: A program provided by Microsoft (Free) to help you when moving on to Vista, tells you of any compatibility issues you might face based on the Hardware and Software you are running currently. More important when you are upgrading but very useful in every case when you just want to check everything will work with Vista.
You might also want to be aware that while Windows Vista is installing any Firewall programs that you have will most likely be disabled and the Windows Vista Firewall will be enabled, this is something you should know if you prefer to use your own software firewall rather than the Vista firewall. Make sure you check all your antivirus and security software once you have installed Vista.
