Windows Vista Troubleshooting

Reader Question:
“Hi Wally, I am having problems with Windows Vista and wondering how to fix it?” - Nathan W., USA

Before addressing any computer issue, I always recommend scanning and repairing any underlying problems affecting your PC health and performance:

Step 1 : Download PC Repair & Optimizer Tool (WinThruster for Win 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP and 2000 – Microsoft Gold Certified).
Step 2 : Click “Start Scan” to find Windows registry issues that could be causing PC problems.
Step 3 : Click “Repair All” to fix all issues.

Setting up weekly (or daily) automatic scans will help prevent system problems and keep your PC running fast and trouble-free.

Wally’s Answer:

Overview of Windows Vista

Microsoft released the Windows Vista operating system in 2006. It is often referred to as “Vista.” Vista was intended to replace the popular Windows XP, but users were very slow to switch and Vista became an unpopular alternative to XP.

Vista is a versatile operating system for desktop, laptop, and tablet computers. One of the main areas of improvement with the Windows Vista operating system was around security. XP was widely criticized for its vulnerability to various computer attacks. Many hackers created malicious software that would install in the background without the user being aware.

In Vista, all installations require the user to grant permission before the process can complete. This need to grant additional permission was a pain point for many users trying to install software they trusted.

Vista was also designed to handle graphics-intensive programs much more easily. This creates a much more positive experience for users who enjoy watching streaming video or Internet television on their computers.

The user interface was redesigned to make navigating through the computer much easier and faster. Users can opt for a “Classic” user interface which is identical to the user interface in Windows XP.

What Problems are Associated with Windows Vista?

One of the most common messages Vista presents users with is, “Access is denied: the requested action requires elevated privileges.” This message frequently occurs during software installation, but can also happen when a program already running needs to access files or system resources that are protected. Running the program as the Administrator will often resolve the issue.

Another common error occurs during the Windows Vista update. A message is displayed stating that the “update failed to install” and has an error code. Usually, the code is, “00B0100.” This happens when the firewall is preventing the installer program from running. The best way to deal with this issue is to create an exception in the firewall to allow the update to run. Another alternative is to turn the firewall off during the update, but this leaves the computer vulnerable to attacks.

One error that prevents the computer from starting is, “The Windows Boot Configuration Data file is missing required information.” This error is presented after the power button is pressed to start the computer but before the Vista logo is displayed. This error can often be resolved by inserting the Vista installation disk and restarting the computer.

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Is Your PC Healthy?

I always recommend to my readers to regularly use a trusted registry cleaner and optimizer such as WinThruster or CCleaner. Many problems that you encounter can be attributed to a corrupt and bloated registry.

Happy Computing!

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