Presto

Get online in seconds and start surfing, chatting, Skyping and more – without starting Windows.

Go to the Presto site.

Why wait for Windows?
Xandros Presto is an instant-on desktop utility for Microsoft Windows users. It installs like any other Windows application as a .exe in its own Windows folder. Next time you restart your computer, at the BIOS screen you have the option of booting Presto or Windows. Choosing Presto gets you online in seconds with the ability to surf, chat, Skype and download more applications through the integrated online store. You can even access all your Windows files and folders. When it’s time to shut down, Presto turns off instantly.

Get online fast
Give your customers an attractive and easy way to get online fast, with direct access to your products and services, on any Windows computer. Presto is easy to customize with your branding, choice of applications, and links to your online business. You can offer it as a user-installed utility, or a utility bundled with Windows on dual-boot devices. Promote your online brand without requiring your customers to start Windows.

Create revenues from an internet appliance
Presto can be made to run as a standalone, fast-boot operating system on netbooks, nettops and other low powered devices. With its support for localization and Simplified Chinese Input Methods, Presto makes it possible to offer a low-cost branded internet appliance with an integrated application and content store to emerging markets.