links for 2007-01-23

Vista slips out onto online shelves in the UK

Let the fun begin!
CompUSA Guarantees Vista, Will Reinstall Old OS If Necessary

CompUSA is really looking to make out on the Vista release. First it was free hardware checks, and now professional installation with a satisfaction guarantee. You might even be able to pic up your machine at 12:01am on January 30. Be the first on your bl
The Background on Backgrounds

Everything you ever wanted to know about how desktop backgrounds work in Vista.
Vista Currently Available in China for $2.50

Along with any software you can think of, pirated DVDs and CDs of Vista are easily available.
The 5 sins of Vista

A great list of 5 examples of things Microsoft did not get right with Vista.