Vista 'to bring benefits'

News Article - 16 January 2007
Category: Business

Microsoft's Windows Vista is set to bring benefits to the accounting community and consumers in general, according to one of the company's experts.

Among the advantages provided by the operating platform will be improved security and backup, an instant search facility and the ability to work virtually anywhere, according to Bob Lewis, senior marketing manager in Microsoft's business division.

"Windows Vista is designed to help business users overcome risks with a highly stable platform that provides maximum security," he told news source Accounting Software 411.

It also provides new collaboration features which will help staff to remain productive while on the move, he added.

In addition, Mr Lewis stated that Vista will use features which will boost search capabilities, such as preview panes and high resolution icons.

He advised accountants to consider receiving training on how to use Vista along with the latest version of Microsoft Office.

"Regardless [of] whether accountants upgrade their own PCs, they need to learn more about both because some of their clients will upgrade or buy new PCs that will impact them," he said.

Businesses were recently advised to upgrade their computers to ensure they would be able to deal with the new operating platform

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