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Windows Vista CTP out soon

by John on December 20th, 2005

December’s Community Technical Preview (CTP), Build 5270, of Windows Vista is due for release imminently.

ActiveWin has a rundown of enhancements and new features expected in the build. They are grouped under three headings:

1. Advanced Security
Windows Defender. Improved detection and removal. A redesigned and simplified user interface. Protection for all users. BitLocker Drive Encryption. Control over installation of device drivers. International Domain Names support in Internet Explorer 7. Parental controls. Enhanced firewall. Inbound and outbound filtering. Advanced security.

2. Enhanced Performance and Power State Transitions
Single-button on and off control. Fast off. Expandable storage devices for Windows SuperFetch.

3. Progress on User Interface and Design Elements
Aero. Windows Media Center. Windows Media Player 11.

All in all, a lot to look forward to. Merry Christmas Microsoft.

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