Windows Vista was a transitional Microsoft OS (2006-2007) that added new security and driver frameworks while preserving legacy compatibility. Those design choices improved protection but increased system requirements and complexity, and Microsoft ended support in 2017.
A 2025 overview of laptop portability and security: why SSDs and efficient processors matter, how to balance screen size and weight, and modern steps - full-disk encryption, firmware updates, device tracking - to protect data on the move.
Practical, updated steps to reduce the risk of laptop theft and limit data loss: physical security, encryption, tracking, remote wipe, asset tagging, backups, and company policies.
Practical, up-to-date steps to protect your laptop on public Wi-Fi: use strong sign-in and disk encryption, prefer WPA2/WPA3 networks, use a VPN, enable firewalls, keep software updated, and adopt cautious habits.