Today, Windows Vista lags far behind both Windows XP and its successor, Windows 7, in market share, as it is used on only 5 percent of desktops, according to Netmarketshare reports.

The application will scan your hard drive for errors that are preventing Windows Vista from booting. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to repair the operating system or restart the computer.

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