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Frequently Asked Questions on Vista SP1

Ed Bott compiles a useful FAQ that includes the information you're probably wondering about the structure and installation of Vista SP1. If you're considering the upgrade, or haven't moved to Vista becuase you're waiting for SP1, this will be a handy resource to answer your questions.

His FAQ answers the following questions...

How big is SP1?

Will SP1 install on my copy of Windows Vista?

What are the file names and MD5 hashes of the standalone updaters?

How long does the SP1 installation take?

Why does the updater restart so many times?

Why does it take longer to install a service pack than it did to install the operating system in the first place?

Are there any visible changes?

Will SP1 make my computer run faster?

Why is file copying so slow, and is this problem fixed in SP1?

I’ve downloaded every update for the past year. Does that mean I already have most of what’s in SP1?

When will SP1 be available?

See the answers to these questions at: http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=365&tag=nl.e539

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