Windows Vista SKU's, Volume Activiation and ACT Updates...
The different SKUs are explained in detail here.
Windows Vista Volume Activation 2.0 Technical Guidance
The Windows Vista Volume Activation 2.0 Technical Guidance is now live on TechNet and Microsoft Download Center. This includes the Volume Activation 2.0 Step-by-Step Guide, FAQ and other supporting materials.
To view these materials online, go to:
TechNet: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=75673
Download Center: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=75674
Application Compatibility Toolkit 5.0 RC Released
The Application Compatibility Toolkit 5.0 RC bits are available here.
The key features added in the ACT 5.0 RC include:
· New Vista Compatibility Evaluators (GINA, Session 0, Deprecated Components)
· Devices support
· Developer and Tester Tools – IE Test Tool, Standard User Analyzer, Setup Analysis
· Compatibility Administrator
· Support for upgrade
· Changes to UIA reporting
· Filtering and Custom Reports