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Microsoft has almost completed the development of Windows 7. But, what are the new features in Windows 7? Has Windows 7 solved the large problems from Windows Vista? What kind of problems could be possible with a migration?
Everything you should know about Windows 7
Quick and painless – the development of Windows 7 can be described. Only eight months after the official presentation of Windows 7 at the Professional Developers Conference in Los Angeles, Microsoft is going to publish the final version of Windows 7 in the next few weeks.
Just like always, the PC users will ask if Microsoft Windows is worth, when a new operation system comes on the market. Article Inspector answers the most important questions about Windows 7.
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We will publish a complete test review of Windows 7, after we receive the final version from Microsoft.
What are the versions of Windows 7 and what features Windows 7 versions offer?
Microsoft provides five different versions for Windows 7: Starter E, Home Premium E, E Professional, Enterprise E and ultimate E. But not all versions of Windows 7 will be a standalone product at the market. Starter E is licensed for use on Notebooks, Enterprise E only within the framework of corporate licensing programs.
The experiences with Windows Vista Ultimate have shown that you as a normal PC user don´t need this version because Microsoft has demonstrated in the past, that they don´t offer too many useful applications for free. Microsoft offers some Themes, Picture Viewer, Video Maker, and etc. for free, when you buy Windows 7 Ultimate, which just are not worth it to spend lots of money for an expensive version of Windows 7 Ultimate. Windows 7 Professional is cheaper and does the same job as Windows 7 Ultimate. If you want to use every useful feature of Windows 7 without paying too much money, then Windows 7 Professional is the right Windows for you.
Is Windows 7 a drilled Windows Vista?
Technically, Windows 7 is really a drilled Windows Vista. Driver model and architecture have not changed - which was so intended. Therefore, compatibility problems are with drivers and applications are not possible anymore.
Microsoft has however optimized the performance for Windows 7. Also some new features have been added, which make working with Windows 7 much easier. The step of Vista to Windows 7 is much larger than from Windows XP to Vista for end users.
How can you check that drivers and programs will work with Windows 7?
Download Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor for free
Why isn´t Windows 7 available till 22th October 2009?
Today, Microsoft has announced that Windows 7 is ready for companies, but the normal users can buy Windows 7 first on 22. October 2009. The reason is, that making and pressing Windows 7 discs takes time and Microsoft wants to be sure, that they create the right final version before mass publishing of Windows 7. The downloadable Windows 7 will be available much earlier than 22. October 2009. That means if you can´t wait you will be able to download Windows 7 by Microsoft or by online resellers.
How much does Windows 7 cost?
An upgrade, which can be loaded from the existing Windows installer, won´t be possible with Windows 7 yet. The price listed for an upgrade from Vista to Windows 7 will apply the installation of full version of Windows 7. Because of that, it is recommended to rescue your important files before you start installing Windows 7.
When you start installing an upgrade version of Windows 7, the upgrade button is deactivated and you can use only the full version one. Actually it is very good for potential buyers because you pay for an upgrade but you get a full version of Windows 7. It means saving at least 60 percent for Windows 7 full version.
Here there are the prices for an upgrade from any Windows to Windows 7:
Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade: $119.99
Windows 7 Professional Upgrade: $199.99
Windows 7 Ultimate Upgrade: $219.99
These prices shown on top are what Microsoft is offering on its own website but you can get much cheaper at Amazon.com, Ebay.com or any other resellers.
Does Windows 7 come with a new interface that Windows XP and Vista users should be concerned about?
In Windows 7, Microsoft has continued the interface changes introduced in Vista. The biggest innovation is the revised taskbar. The new taskbar in Windows 7 has a combination of starting the applications, and exchange between open windows in only one icon. But you can reset the taskbar to the original design of Windows XP, or Vista.
In the screenshots below you can see how the taskbar of Windows 7 looks like in action.
What improvements does bring Windows 7 for home networking?
Microsoft has improved the network possibilities for a home network system that is called Homegroup. Homegroup makes sure that Windows 7 finds and calculates all connected computers in a network automatically. A Homegroup is automatically password-protected.
Only Windows 7-computer can participate in a Homegroup. The previously known network shares are for XP, Vista and Mac OS X.
Has Microsoft changed the User Account Control (UAC)?
User Account Control (UAC) has been the biggest pain for Windows Vista users. Because Windows Vista always asks for the administrator permission, if the user wants to do something specific in the operation system. The users are able to turn off the UAC but then the protection through the UAC is not there anymore.
Microsoft has changed the engine for UAC in Windows 7. It reports significantly less than before and is also adjustable in several stages.
What are the libraries in Windows 7?
Libraries (library) allow contiguously represent the contents of multiple folders without changing their content. It also simplifies managing files across multiple hard disk, CD, and removable drives.
Windows 7 come automatically with the libraries documents, music, pictures and videos. You have also personal and public folders. You can create your own libraries and add any folder.
Is Windows 7 really faster than Vista?
Microsoft has actually managed Windows 7 by tuning to increase speed of Windows 7 compared to Windows Vista. Windows 7 responds to mouse clicks significantly faster, which makes the workflow much faster. Speed was the most important developing stage for Windows 7 after Microsoft has missed it in Windows 7.
Does Windows 7 start much faster than Windows Vista?
Microsoft has parallelized many actions during the boot process of Windows, so that Windows 7 boots significantly with a higher speed. Windows 7 starts from a modern SSD in approximately ten seconds.
Is there any application, which does not run on Windows 7?
All application that works on Windows Vista will run on Windows 7. Because this time Microsoft has worked closely with ISVs and all hardware and software producers. But there is only one thing that does not work with Windows 7- all internet security, antivirus, and firewall software have to be updated to the latest version.
Does Windows 7 work well with new and older Notebooks?
Microsoft has finally caught the success of the Notebooks in the computer industry. Windows 7 runs very smooth and fast on all new and 3-5 years old notebooks. Even Windows 7 works fast, when the notebook user has Aero interface on.
Conclusion
Microsoft has finally created the easiest, fastest, and most engaging version of Windows yet which is called Windows 7. Easier ways to find and manage files, like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews, help you speed through everyday tasks. Faster, more stable, and more reliable performance means your PC just works the way you want it to. And perfect new features like Windows Touch and HomeGroup open the PC world to new amazing possibilities. It is time to know Windows 7, and see how it can simplify just about everything you do with your computer. It is a new day and a new life for Microsoft after Vista with Windows 7 as fastest operation system ever built yet.