New system

Just got a new system today and will be running Vista home premium 64 bit mainly for games. Anyone got any tips or tricks for a first time user?

Don't install any unneeded tool bars or Bloatware.:D
Make sure your registry is clean and your hard drive is defraged.:D

These are just a few tips from me, but there are some more on these websites:
Tips for Keeping your Computer Running Perfectly | Chris Pirillo

Top 10 Tips to Keep Your Windows Vista Computer Running Smoothly | Chris Pirillo

Hope this helpsD:D

Thanks for that. Had a look at the link. Some good tips in there. Cheers

I'd suggest as well that you get into the habit of making regular backups either to an external hard drive or DVDs whichever you have and always make sure that you are up to date with all updates, your operating system ones as well as your anti virus/anti spyware software.

Thanks Joan. Had the system up and running for a few hours now. Just updated windows and virus protection. Will see how things go.
Cheers

You're welcome, I've just been upgrading my anti virus program so a bit late coming back here.

I did have a problem with my surround sound last night. It works fine in games and such but will not work in Windows media player and media centre. Will have to play around with it and see what I can do.