Versions

• You can get Windows XP in two versions: Home and Professional. Windows Vista comes in four versions: Home Basic, Home Premium, Business and Ultimate.
  
  

User Interface

• Both operating systems showcase redesigned user interfaces. XP features a task-oriented design while Vista features Aero, a graphical user interface with new features like Windows Flip.
  
  

Computer TV

• You can watch and record television programs on your computer in XP or Vista. Vista includes Live Movie Maker so you can create and share movies.
  
  

Security Features

• Both programs allow you to connect to company networks securely. Vista includes more security features like Windows Defender and BitLocker to protect your computer against malicious attacks.
  
  

System Requirements

• You need different computers to run each of these OS's. XP requires a 233 megahertz processor computer with 64 megabytes of RAM while Vista needs an 800 megahertz computer with 512 megabytes of RAM.