X3 Review of Microsoft Windows 7
Software: Microsoft Windows 7
X3 Score:

Rating: ★★★★★ 

Date Reviewed: May 15, 2011
Price: $119.99 – $319.99
Category: Operating System
Developer: Microsoft Corporation






Windows 7 Taskbar

Windows 7 brings with it a new and improved taskbar that allows you to easily pin your favorite programs permanently to your taskbar for easy access.

In addition the taskbar is cable of rendering live previews of minimized applications for easy navigation between your application windows.

Windows 7 Security Improvements

Built upon the security foundations of Windows Vista, Windows 7 introduces the right security enhancements to give users the confidence that Microsoft is helping keep them protected. Businesses will benefit from enhancements that help protect company sensitive information, that provide stronger protections against malware and that help secure anywhere access to corporate resources and data. Consumers can enjoy the benefits of computers and the Internet knowing that Windows 7 is the state of the art at helping to protect their privacy and personal information. Finally, all users will benefit from the flexible and discoverable configurations options of the Windows 7 security help everyone achieve the right balance of security versus usability for their unique situation.

Windows 7 Speed Improvements

Windows 7 is designed to sleep, resume, and reconnect to your wireless network more quickly, so your PC is ready when you are. When hunting for something, you want answers, not delays. In Windows 7, search results pop up faster. Sorting and grouping of search results is also significantly quicker. Under-the-hood tune-ups that can boost your PC’s overall speed and performance. It uses less memory when it’s idle and less graphics memory when you launch and switch between windows. It’s also designed to run background services like Bluetooth only when you need them.

The Good

  • Improved Desktop and Taskbar
  • New Windows Snap Feature
  • Significant Performance Improvements
  • Start Menu Instant Search
  • Better Wireless Networking
  • Easy sharing with HomeGroup
    The Bad

    • Removed Windows Mail, Movie Maker and Photo Gallery
    • Removed programs replaced with Windows Live Essentials
    Microsoft Windows 7 Screenshots
    Nicholas Chadwick


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