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Microsoft has released the latest update to improve application compatibility with Windows Vista. This update basically creates ’shims’ to allow otherwise non-compatible software to work properly with Vista. These updates have been released before, and this update is cumulative, so all past application fixes are included in this one download. The latest additions are:
- Adobe Acrobat Reader 7.0 - 7.07
- WinAntivirus Pro 2007 v5.0.356
- Webroot Software Spy Sweeper 5.0
- Omniquad Total Security 2.0.3.0
- Windows Internet Explorer 7
Did you notice that last one? Internet Explorer 7, included as part of the base Windows Vista installation, was apparently not fully Vista compatible. Instead of fixing IE7, this update presumably creates a shim to tweak Vista so it can work properly with IE7. Of course we can’t know if IE7 is now fully compatible with Vista, but hopefully it is closer. I’d love to hear what the issue was on this one, if any of you know details, do tell!
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Michael
Dec 13, 2007 at 2:33 pm
I installed SP1 RC1 on my “fun” machine, adn the performace boost has been wonderful!
However, I am not ready to put it on my “work” maching (RC1 and all). I want the boost, but not the uninstall that will come later.
Twice today you have directed me to the biggest performance gains in SP1 (Previously KB943899 and now this KB943302).
Thanks Joe!
WindowsObserver
Dec 13, 2007 at 5:53 pm
I believe the update for IE7 is the one that stops you from having to “Click to activate this control”
mik
Dec 16, 2007 at 4:37 am
This update adds into Vista compatibility database, the information about known plug-ins incompatibile with IE7. In this way, the compatibility service can warn the user when the user is installing an incompatibility plug-in or it can take some corrective measures in order to make the plug-in compatible with IE7.
Joe
Dec 16, 2007 at 11:10 am
Thanks for the info guys!
mik
Dec 16, 2007 at 11:27 am
Joe, I love your site. It’s the best!
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