Home Basic 

If you are the person who is using the computer only for basic needs The Vista Home Basic version is the version you want. Your basic computer tasks are browsing the Internet, writing and reading your email and maybe viewing photos.

If you are used to use Windows XP you'll notice that it's easier to maintain and especially searching allows you to find your stuff quickly.

Another thing is security. Compared to Windows XP this is one of the greatly improved items.

Things you find in Windows Vista Home Basic:

In short, if you own a computer it should at least have this version installed. If you are learning how to use the computer - start with this version. Are you looking for more? Check out the other versions.

To be continued....