Windows (Microsoft)

Function

Microsoft Windows is the operating system software used for most personal computers (PCs). 

The current version is XP.  The next version, named Vista, is expected in 2007.  

Access

Windows must be installed on the client computer or other device.  On the medical campus, most desktop Windows systems are part of the "medical domain" and require login at the time the computer is started.  For such systems, the login ID is the Medical ID.   

Documentation

 Use the built-in help resources.  See also the Microsoft Windows online,

Support

 Contact the Information Technology Help Desk.

Additional considerations

The current version is XP.  The next version, named Vista, is expected in 2007.  In addition to XP, we also support Windows 2000.  Windows 95, 98 and Me are no longer supported.