Getting ready for Windows Vista, available in early 2007, means choosing the edition that's right for you and ensuring that you have the right PC to enjoy the experiences you want.
Windows Vista Beta 2 Customer Preview Program

Windows Vista Beta 2 is now available for you to install, test, and enjoy. Here's the information you need to try it now.

* Evaluate Your Current PC
Run the Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor beta to help get your PC ready for Windows Vista.
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/upgradeadvisor/default.mspx
* System Requirements
We recommend that you consult the Windows Vista Capable and Premium Ready PC specifications for system requirement guidance on running the core experiences and advanced features of Windows Vista.
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/capable.mspx
* Get Windows Vista Beta 2
Windows Vista Beta 2 is available as a download or on DVD. It's time for clarity-try it now!
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/preview.mspx
* Windows Vista Beta 2 Resource Center
Once you have installed Windows Vista Beta 2, be sure to visit the Resource Center to download the Windows Vista Product Guide, find anti-virus software for Beta 2, and discover more information that will help you get up and running quickly.
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/preview/resourcecenter.mspx

Windows Vista Capable and Premium Ready PCs

You can confidently buy a Windows XP computer today that's ready when you are for Windows Vista. Find out more about buying a Windows Vista Capable or Premium Ready PC.
Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor Beta
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/capable.mspx

The Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor beta will help you determine if your current PC is ready for an upgrade to Windows Vista. It will also help you to choose the edition of Windows Vista that's right for you. Download the Upgrade Advisor beta and run an analysis of your current PC and use the detailed feedback to ensure that your PC is ready for the edition of Windows Vista that you want.
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/upgradeadvisor/default.mspx

Windows Vista Editions
From home entertainment to business productivity and everything in between, there's an edition of Windows Vista that's right for you.
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/editions/default.mspx

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/default.mspx