User friendly Startmenu. Much better system DLL protection. Hides critical system files and folder, including control panel options from novices. Dial-up networking that requires no tweaking or setting changes to get working. Novices get online quickly.
Novices have less problems after a bad shutdown or error.
With compatible hardware and drivers more stable then 98SE with the removal of DOS and patches. Direct X 7.1 built in. Novices get games working quicker. Better USB and Digital camera support. Includes Movie editing program.