whats the difference?

[t009xv]

I just wanted to know the difference between Windows Vista Home Edition, Business, and all the other versions of Vista. And, which one is the best?

[Silenced_Coyote]

Windows Vista will be available in four distinct retail versions:

• Windows Vista Home Basic, $199/$99.95 (full/upgrade)
  Provides a basic platform for home users who want to keep tabs on email and Internet activity. Comes standard with Vista's new Search Explorer, Sidebar and Parental Controls.
  
  
• Windows Vista Home Premium, $239/$159
  Builds on Home Basic by adding the Windows Aero interface, Windows Media Center functionality, Windows Tablet PC technology and integrated DVD burning.
  
  
• Windows Vista Business, $299/$199
  Supports the Aero user interface, offers improved document managing and Windows Tablet PC functionality.
  
  
• Windows Vista Ultimate, $399/$259
  Vista Ultimate combines the functionality of Vista Home Premium and Vista Business.

You can read some more about Vista from Microsoft. (Link)

Here is the page talking about the new Aero interface. (Link)

Vista Home Basic does NOT have the Aero interface.

Not sure which one is best for you. It depends on what your needs are and how much money you have.

[t009xv]

Ok, thanks for the answer. I was wondering because I am getting a free upgrade coupon to Windows Vista Business with my new computer.