The latest version of Microsoft Windows, Windows 7 OS slated to be released on October 22, 2009 is designed to be more focused on incremental upgrade thereby providing full compatibility with devices and applications with which Windows Vista is already compatible.
Windows 7 includes a stream of new features like advancement in touchscreen, speech, and handwriting recognition, support for virtual hard disks, support for additional file formats, improved boot performance and kernel improvements. This explains Windows 7’s superiority over Windows XP, Windows Vista.
Features
Windows 7 includes a number of new features, such as advances in touch and handwriting recognition support for virtual hard disks, improved performance on multi-core processors, improved boot performance, Direct Access. Windows 7 has inbuilt mechanism which adds up as support for systems using multiple heterogeneous graphics cards from different vendors.
The operating system also includes a new version of Windows Media Center with a Gadget for Windows Media Center, improved media features, the XPS Essentials Pack and redesigned Calculator with multi-line capabilities including programmer and statistics modes along with unit conversion.
Introduction of new features presents an all new Control Panel. The list includes Clear Type Text Tuner, Display Color Calibration Wizard, Gadget Recovery, Troubleshooting, Workspaces Center, Location and Other Sensors, Credential Manager, Biometric Devices, System Icons, and Display.
Renaming of Windows Security Center to Windows Action Center as part of Windows 7 streamlining process encompasses both security and maintenance of the computer.
A new improved visual appearance to taskbar includes, the Quick Launch toolbar's replacement with pinned up applications to the taskbar. These pinned applications are integrated with the task buttons, thereby enabling the Jump Lists feature to allow easy access to common tasks. This feature enables effective reordering of taskbar buttons. Show Desktop icon present on the far right of the system clock in form of a small rectangular button is part of a new feature called Aero Peek introduced in Windows 7. Hovering over this button makes all visible windows transparent for a quick look at the desktop. In touch-enabled displays, such as touch screens, tablet PCs, etc., this button is slightly wider to accommodate being pressed with a finger. Clicking this button minimizes all windows, and clicking it a second time restores them.
Additionally, another feature named Aero Snap has been added, that automatically maximizes a window when it is dragged to either the top or left/right edges of the screen. This allows users to snap documents or files on either side of the screen to compare them. When a user moves windows that are maximized, the system restores their previous state automatically. This functionality is also accomplished with keyboard shortcuts. Unlike in Windows Vista, window borders and the taskbar do not turn opaque when a window is maximized with Windows Aero applied. Instead, they remain transparent.
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Wednesday, October 21, 2009
How and from where to install Windows 7?
Get your Windows 7 installed with minimum effort.
As Microsoft prepares to launch Windows 7 on October 22, people are getting more and more curious about the prospect of the new operating system. But they are confused about how and from where to install the OS.
Follow the steps for Windows 7 installation:
Step 1 Visit Microsoft websites in order to download Windows 7. You are required to sign in with your Windows Live account or any MSN Hotmail, MSN Messenger, or Passport account. After that you will have Windows 7 Beta 32-bit Product key. Click download at the link at the bottom of the page. The file size should be around 2.43 GB so you need a fast Internet connection. Once you are done with downloading, you will have a single ISO file that you need to be burned using any data burning software.
Step 2 Put the CD in CD-ROM and reboot the system in order to start the setup. Press any key when Windows Prompt that boot from CD. After the media loads the first setup screen will come up for Windows 7. Select the Language, Time & Currency, and Keyboard or input method here. Select Next to proceed with the setup.
Select Install now from the center of the screen. Look over the EULA then select I accept the license terms from the check box below. Select Next to proceed. On the “Which type of installation do you want?” screen select Custom (advanced). Next you have to decide where you will install the Windows it could be any drive. After that you will see Installing Windows screen. The setup will go through the process here and copy files, expand files, install features, install updates and complete the installation. Do not interrupt the setup give it some time. It will take around 45 minutes and can be same as Vista setup. Enter your User & Computer Name when prompted then select next. Enter your Product Key. Select your update settings. Change Time & Date settings, if necessary, and then select your Wireless network from the list and security key if applicable. Select your computers current location.
As Microsoft prepares to launch Windows 7 on October 22, people are getting more and more curious about the prospect of the new operating system. But they are confused about how and from where to install the OS.
Follow the steps for Windows 7 installation:
Step 1 Visit Microsoft websites in order to download Windows 7. You are required to sign in with your Windows Live account or any MSN Hotmail, MSN Messenger, or Passport account. After that you will have Windows 7 Beta 32-bit Product key. Click download at the link at the bottom of the page. The file size should be around 2.43 GB so you need a fast Internet connection. Once you are done with downloading, you will have a single ISO file that you need to be burned using any data burning software.
Step 2 Put the CD in CD-ROM and reboot the system in order to start the setup. Press any key when Windows Prompt that boot from CD. After the media loads the first setup screen will come up for Windows 7. Select the Language, Time & Currency, and Keyboard or input method here. Select Next to proceed with the setup.
Select Install now from the center of the screen. Look over the EULA then select I accept the license terms from the check box below. Select Next to proceed. On the “Which type of installation do you want?” screen select Custom (advanced). Next you have to decide where you will install the Windows it could be any drive. After that you will see Installing Windows screen. The setup will go through the process here and copy files, expand files, install features, install updates and complete the installation. Do not interrupt the setup give it some time. It will take around 45 minutes and can be same as Vista setup. Enter your User & Computer Name when prompted then select next. Enter your Product Key. Select your update settings. Change Time & Date settings, if necessary, and then select your Wireless network from the list and security key if applicable. Select your computers current location.
How to install Windows 7 Beta
The Windows 7 Beta is a trial version, well not in every sense of the word, but it acts as a product insight into the final finished version before it is launched.
In order to install the Windows 7 Beta, it is recommended to get it downloaded directly from the Microsoft website.
The Windows 7 installation process is simple with little effort. One just needs to have an eye for details. To initiate this installation process straight away, first go to the Microsoft website http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/beta-download.aspx. You will need a I 80 GB blank hard driveHYPERLINK \l “” partition into 240 GB. After partitioning this with the completed download of 2.4 GB, you will have to burn a DVD of the downloaded image. This can be done by burning the software that supports .ISO images.
We are still managing the settings and looking at the compatibility of the hardware to support this installation. After the DVD has been created, the computer has to be restarted. Quickly after this, go to BIOS settings and boot it from the CD/DVD drive. The downloading process is now in motion. In the process, you will be prompted with a question on where to install Windows. At this point, select the empty Hard Drive and simply allow it to install by itself. If you are using or installing this OS at home, you will have to select Home when another prompt pop-up asking you what kind of network is needed of you.
However, there are few things which should be kept in mind before the installation process. You should write the Product Key on some paper to easily locate it later and to shut old windows before the install. It is also important to back up old hard drives before you start.
In order to install the Windows 7 Beta, it is recommended to get it downloaded directly from the Microsoft website.
The Windows 7 installation process is simple with little effort. One just needs to have an eye for details. To initiate this installation process straight away, first go to the Microsoft website http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/beta-download.aspx. You will need a I 80 GB blank hard driveHYPERLINK \l “” partition into 240 GB. After partitioning this with the completed download of 2.4 GB, you will have to burn a DVD of the downloaded image. This can be done by burning the software that supports .ISO images.
We are still managing the settings and looking at the compatibility of the hardware to support this installation. After the DVD has been created, the computer has to be restarted. Quickly after this, go to BIOS settings and boot it from the CD/DVD drive. The downloading process is now in motion. In the process, you will be prompted with a question on where to install Windows. At this point, select the empty Hard Drive and simply allow it to install by itself. If you are using or installing this OS at home, you will have to select Home when another prompt pop-up asking you what kind of network is needed of you.
However, there are few things which should be kept in mind before the installation process. You should write the Product Key on some paper to easily locate it later and to shut old windows before the install. It is also important to back up old hard drives before you start.
Monday, October 19, 2009
Windows 7: You Can Leave Complaining Now
Windows 7 is a well-turned modern OS that mostly succeeds in taking Windows 7 usabilityinto the 21st century. Windows 7 has made a good attempt—but here a questions arises that Could Windows 7 complete everything that's expected of it?
Windows 7 is obviously not a "Vista service pack. Windows 7 has a lot of new features and is clearly designed to fix all bad things people said about Vista. This means that Windows 7 is what Vista should have been in the people eyes.
Windows 7 will totally feel like a revelation from the glazy future if you are coming from Windows XP. You'll definitely say that Windows 7 is much better than Vista if you are upgrading your computer or laptop from Vista.
The bad effect of Windows Vista
Clearly, the public opinion of Windows Vista has left a deep impact on Microsoft. However, based on the biggest Windows 7 beta testing process in history, we can say that it sure won't look like the upset Vista launch at all.
There was a solid chance that your computer ran like crap or your programs didn't work if you installed Vista on your PC within the first month of its release as the drivers compatible with Vista were not available. But that's not the case with Windows 7. Windows 7 hardware requirements are basically the same as they are for Vista and it runs better than Vista on that hardware.
The results suggested that there is little difference between Vista and Windows 7 performance when we ran Vista and Windows 7 on two test machines.
Windows 7 actually ran beautifully during the test, even on netbooks. So, the difference isn't based completely on feelings. Even Microsoft never offered Vista for netbooks, but is happily offering Windows 7 to the netbook category.
Windows XP was a great OS of its time. Windows Vista failed to wind people hearts. But what people said about Windows 7 was that its more fast, solid and the easiest Windows yet. Windows 7 launch on October 22nd is a good chance for Microsoft to win people heart again, but it's exactly what Microsoft needs right now. Windows 7 is something people can grab without fear.
Windows 7 is obviously not a "Vista service pack. Windows 7 has a lot of new features and is clearly designed to fix all bad things people said about Vista. This means that Windows 7 is what Vista should have been in the people eyes.
Windows 7 will totally feel like a revelation from the glazy future if you are coming from Windows XP. You'll definitely say that Windows 7 is much better than Vista if you are upgrading your computer or laptop from Vista.
The bad effect of Windows Vista
Clearly, the public opinion of Windows Vista has left a deep impact on Microsoft. However, based on the biggest Windows 7 beta testing process in history, we can say that it sure won't look like the upset Vista launch at all.
There was a solid chance that your computer ran like crap or your programs didn't work if you installed Vista on your PC within the first month of its release as the drivers compatible with Vista were not available. But that's not the case with Windows 7. Windows 7 hardware requirements are basically the same as they are for Vista and it runs better than Vista on that hardware.
The results suggested that there is little difference between Vista and Windows 7 performance when we ran Vista and Windows 7 on two test machines.
Windows 7 actually ran beautifully during the test, even on netbooks. So, the difference isn't based completely on feelings. Even Microsoft never offered Vista for netbooks, but is happily offering Windows 7 to the netbook category.
Windows XP was a great OS of its time. Windows Vista failed to wind people hearts. But what people said about Windows 7 was that its more fast, solid and the easiest Windows yet. Windows 7 launch on October 22nd is a good chance for Microsoft to win people heart again, but it's exactly what Microsoft needs right now. Windows 7 is something people can grab without fear.
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