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User Account Control Last modified: Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Abbreviated as UAC. In Windows Vista, User Account Control is a feature that was designed to prevent unauthorized changes to your computer. When functions that could potentially affect your computer's operation are made, UAC will prompt for permission or an administrator's password before continuing with the task. There are four different alert messages associated with User Account Control: Windows needs your permission to continue A program needs your permission to continue An unidentified program wants access to your computer This program has been blocked
Microsoft home page  The Microsoft home page hosts a collection of company news articles, as well as links to product information, training, support, free software, events, and company information. Webopedia's "Did You Know...?" Section Use this Webopedia knowledge section for an in-depth overview of specific technologies and occurrences in the areas of Computer Science, The Internet, and Computer Hardware and Software. Webopedia's Quick Reference: Microsoft Windows Vista For years, computer users heard of a mysterious new operating system from Microsoft, codenamed Longhorn. In 2005, Microsoft officially removed the Longhorn codename and announced the operating System under the official name of Windows Vista. Windows Vista Windows Vista has something for everyone. Learn more about the feature benefits for consumers, business, IT departments, and enterprise deployments.	Related Categories Security Windows Related Terms Aero Parental Controls password Windows Genuine Advantage Windows Photo Gallery Windows ReadyBoost Windows Sidebar Windows SideShow Windows System Restore Windows Vista Shopping User Account Control Products Compare Products,Prices and Stores Shop by Category: Digital Picture Frames 1 Model Matches KVM Switches 2 Model Matches Security Systems and Surveillance 6 Store Offers