Q: What is Windows Vista?
A: Windows Vista is the 6th version of the Microsoft Windows operating system from Microsoft. It is the successor to Windows XP.
Q: What was its original name before it was released?
A: Before it was released, it was called Longhorn.
Q: When did Microsoft give out its real name?
A: On July 28, 2005, Microsoft gave out its real name, which was Windows Vista.
Q: How long did original release of Windows Vista receive support until?
A: The original release of Windows Vista received support until April 13, 2010.
Q: What do users need to install in order to receive security patches and support after that date?
A: In order to receive security patches and support after April 13, 2010, users need to install Service Pack 2 on their Windows Vista systems.
Q: When did mainstream support for Service Pack 2 installed on Window Vista end?
A: Mainstream support for Service Pack 2 installed on Window Vista ended on April 10, 2012.
Q: When did Microsoft stop supporting Window Vista as a whole?
A: Microsoft stopped supporting Window Vista as a whole on April 11, 2017.