"What's Windows ME?"

Windows ME (Windows Millennium Edition) is an upgrade to Windows 98 that adds more support for digital cameras, multi-player games on the Internet and home networking. Its connection wizard steps you through Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) for all machines on your network.

More info here: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsme/guide/default.asp

Windows ME: The low-down

• Specs and features:
   
• Pricing info:
   
  Special offer: If you are running Windows 98 or Windows 98 Second Edition, you can order a limited-time special upgrade version of Windows Me for just $59.95 USD. (Available while supplies last.)
   
  The standard options available for getting Windows Me as a boxed software product are:
   
  Upgrade version: For users of Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows 98 Second Edition. Cost: $109.00 USD
   
  Full version: For users not currently running Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows 98 Second Edition. Cost: $209.00 USD
   
• System requirements: 32MB RAM, 320MB hard drive space
• Browser type: Internet Explorer 5.5
• Help documentation: Yes
• Captures digital video footage: Yes
• Bundled software: Windows Media Player 7, Windows Movie Maker, Outlook Express 5.5, NetMeeting 3.1
• Automated video editior: Yes
• Backs up crucial system files automatically: Yes
• Supports universal plug and play: Yes
• Unlimited TCP/IP networking: Yes
• Prevents applications from overwriting DLL files: Yes
• Hibernation mode: Yes
• Supports Windows Image Acquisition: Yes

MSNBC.com - Sept 13: Microsoft releases new windows - Is Windows ME for You?

[This message has been edited by Vernon Frazee (edited 09-14-2000).]