VistaBootPRO

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VistaBootPRO is used to make changes to the Windows Vista Boot Configuration Data (BCD) registry quickly and easily, doing the job in a fraction of the time it would take using the alternative. The only other way to edit the BCD is to use the command prompt application "bcdedit.exe," located in the Windows\system32 folder of Windows Vista, which requires users to become familiar with the ins and outs of the bcdedit.exe switches and options, leaving many frustrated users in its path.

The Vista Boot Configuration Data (BCD) Store has replaced the boot.ini file (that we have all worked with in Windows XP and earlier). In multi-boot scenarios where users have both Windows Vista and an older version of Windows installed, the BCD "interfaces" with the boot.ini file to perfect multi-booting.

VistaBootPRO can be used to make some basic "cosmetic" changes to the Vista Boot Menu in a dual boot scenario, such as renaming the entries from the standard "Earlier versions of Windows" and "Microsoft Windows" to nicer and for more intuitive names. It also has advanced functionality options of all shapes and colors for power users allowing the adding of operating systems to the boot menu and removing of redundant/dead entries, as well as a host of other neat features that we're sure you'll love!

VistaBootPRO 3.1, while being a feature complete and fully functional, is still a Beta application and is an ongoing project. As this program as well as Vista are still in Beta Stages, PROnetworks assumes no responsibility for any unexpected behavior as a result of using this program. VistaBootPro's continued development and functionality will need input from all Vista users. Please help us in our attempt to make your Windows Vista experience easier and better, particularly during the 'transition phase' during which we'll all be moving to Windows Vista, by using VistaBootPRO and giving us feedback on your experience with it.

*Advisory: It is highly encouraged that all user's make a backup of the BCD store using the backup option in VistaBootPRO 3.1 Beta BEFORE making any changes to the BCD entries.

System Requirements

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The Vista boot loader (installs with Vista, not removed by formatting)

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Windows 2k, 2k Server, XP, 2003 Server, Vista, or Longhorn Server

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.NET 2.0 Framework (included with Vista, for other OSes it is available free from Microsoft.com)

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