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[Nvyseal]

Today Microsoft released to beta testers the latest version of Vista build 5342. I know, you say “another build, this is getting boring”, but this build is different, (digg it)! IT WORKS!! This build comes after Microsoft postponed the retail release for the up and coming operating system until 2007. We also have information that almost 60% of the code for Vista will be rewritten.
We are happy to share with you some screenshots of this new build and brief information about it. Included in this build is an extensive collection of drivers and the exclusive sidebar. Glass is also a feature that we all have come to respect and love, along with the 3D flip. The official version number is 6.0 Version 5342.winmain_idx04.060321-1730. Internet Explorer 7.0 is build Version 7.0.5342.2. Nice features include a new "Paint" and needed redesigned network center. Be prepared to have your system "Rated" again by this OS, and don’t be disappointed by the rating, as things will improve as the OS improves. This version includes an "Ultimate Extras" services (live update, windows live) for those who "own" a copy of window Vista. With windows "Ultimate" Vista, you get Cutting edge programs, Innovative services and Tips and Tricks, w00t!!
Install still takes a lengthly amount of time, but is virtually unattended. Install on a P4 3.66 it took 45 minutes. Vista rebooted 1 time.

Here are some early screenshots

~EDIT~ More application screenshots HERE

We now have the long awaited Vista 5342 Tweak guide get it HERE

Dont forget to check out the Quick Tour of Vista 5365 located HERE

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[Leo]

Seems to be a great one this time.
Does it require a different installationkey??
How about update´s?
I got so many questions.........I hope i got the download finnished soon mate......

[clarky3429]

some nice screenshots, but it looks essentially the same as the build before it!!! what exactly has changed? do we have a changelist? lol

[Neon]

Well put it this way, this build is interesting. Such a close release to the other and i note more Sidebar gadgets...

Very nice dave

[Barty]

is it worth installing?

[VROSA]

The screeshots look nice. Cant wait to download and install it. Does anyone know if it is possible to upgrade from 5308 to 5242 ? Does the key of 5270/5308 work ?

[Neon]

The old key does work but it won't activate. GO HERE for more details.

Vista 5308 review also Here

[Nvyseal]

a tweaking guide is in the works for 5342 Check back for more info

[Neon]

Ah, shiny aero...wonder if my graphics is gonna work properly

[Barty]

its so much better than 5308, ts faster less laggy and i am very impressed

[ShadowFox]

you know that looks very appealing

[Neon]

consider the short amount of time between release thats good for MS

[ShadowFox]

yes, also how long before us emebers get to play with this build ?

[Serb-Man]

So far, this build is the one that works the best on my PC. Everything is running fine and the OS seems to be faster than the previous builds. I hope MS will continue to improve builds like this, even if I've heard that some code has to be rewritten in order to successfully integrate Media Center and some other programs in the OS.

[ShadowFox]

Cool good to hear it's running better, mmaybe M$ is starting to pull this together like we all hoped thay would