Vista is pretty good, but I am still getting used to it. The Windows Media Player came preloaded with music - including Beethoven's symphony #3 in e flat major, as well as assorted jazz nd contemporary selections. The quality of the sound is extraordinary- most impressive. It obviates the need for me to even have a stereo. I am listening to Ludwig van B as I write this. On past trips to Montreal, escorts I saw would complain about there not being a good music player because the clock radios, even in the better Montreal hotels, pretty much suck. This completely blows away any Montreal hotel clock radio. I need to get some other music on here now, although I am enjoying Beethoven.