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Nowadays, fast-developing communication and information technologies trigger an explosion of data on a scale millions of times larger year-to-year, yet your effort and strain on data management also rises. So you might need to find ways to make your computer both more powerful and easier to use. That is what Microsoft's new Windows 7 Operating System was designed to do.
Windows 7 has better ways to find and manage files—like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews—to help you speed through everyday tasks. It's designed for faster and more reliable performance, so your PC just works the way you want it to. With 64-bit support, you can take full advantage of the latest, most powerful processors. Great features like HomeGroup, Windows Media Center, and Windows Touch make new things possible.
Upgrade to Windows 7 Ultimate, and enjoy all the new features today!
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Good, but there's a catch
- Pros: Upgrade version is significantly cheaper than full retail version. Some users of Vista may not notice all the changes, but it really is a better OS in nearly every way. Upgrade can be used to do an in-place upgrade of systems currently running Vista. Upgrade works for Win XP users, too, but there's a big "gotcha."
- Cons: Some users of Vista may not notice all the changes. There isn't much to differentiate it from Vista for many casual users. Not as versatile as the full retail version.
- Other Thoughts: Upgrade can be used by Win XP users, but it requires a clean install, asks to insert old XP disc during install to verify you have a legit copy of XP before proceeding with installation. You should really do a backup before upgrading anyway, but this forces your hand and adds a few extra steps (and a lot of time) to the process. If you want to do an install on a machine that doesn't have XP or Vista already installed, apparently you have to install one of the older OS's first and then install Win 7 Upgrade.
To upgrade Win XP you'll have to do a backup of your system before wiping your old XP installation if you want to save your stuff. Importing an XP backup into Vista or Win 7 requires you to download a special backup restoration app from MS that can read backups created by Win XP.
Outstanding OS
- Pros: Runs smoother than Vista on the same machine
Driver support for tons of devices built in and more already posted by manufacturers.
New Taskbar with AeroPeek
Solid OS, very stable from the beta all the way to RTM!
- Cons: There's nothing that I can see as a con yet other than the number of versions.
- Other Thoughts: I've been running Windows 7 RTM since the day they released it to Technet. I admit that I didn't have issues with Vista once drivers started coming out for it, but, Windows 7 far exceeds it on day one.
Microsoft has been making a lot of changes lately and Windows 7 is a huge step in the right direction for them in getting back in touch with the consumer.
| Model | GLC-00184 |
| Version | Upgrade |
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Lot's of handy additions
- Pros: Version 7 has a lot of handy additions over Vista. It's worth the upgrade price to me. Upgrade itself took about 10 minutes of keyboard time and about 2 hours of unattended computer time.
- Cons: Haven't yet used Bit Locker To Go and my motherboard, although fairly recent, doesn't have TPM to allow full use of Bit Locker.I have about 100 programs/apps and only two took time: Microsoft's OneCare is not compatible with Ver 7 and had to be deleted. Canon MX850 ethernet connection required work (USB connection was good to go after conversion).
Completly Happy
- Pros: This OS is MUCH faster than Vista. It has yet to crash on me even in the Beta version when i was just running random drivers instead of 7 Drivers. I have ran XP drivers and Vista drivers. Some with better luck than others but not once has it crashed or locked up where i had to turn it off and back on.
- Cons: So far the only Con i can find is having to pay for this over Vista. Vista was SO bad everytime i sat down in front of a PC with it i just wanted to throw it in a lake.
To use the upgrade you must have windows of sometype loaded on the PC. No more of boot disc and provide verification later like in the old days where you could get a CLEAN install from an upgrade by providing an XP or Vista disc.
- Other Thoughts: I have read some of the other reviews on the lowest rating and im not sure why people are having problems with this product, so far its been great for me and I am planning on purchasing over 200 copies in the next year to upgrade all the PCs i have been forcing XP on for the past years.
A major improvement
- Pros: Was running Vista Ultimate and wanted a new install (not an upgrade), no problem using the less expensive upgrade disk; a 100% flawless install. Win 7 is much more intuitive than Vista and has a luxurious feeling; I am very satisfied so far. I built my water cooled computer 2 1/2 years ago and just upgraded to an Intel E8500 (from a E6600) on my EVGA 680i mobo w/ an EVGA 8800GTX. Flashed the EVGA P32 bios and installed all latest drivers from EVGA and had not a single issue, none, nada.
Forget what any of the naysayers are moaning about, Win 7 is a major improvement. Cheap? nah, but consider what you are getting. Loads quicker and feels very very stable.
- Cons: None
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Microsoft |
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GLC-00184 |
| Spec |
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Windows 7 Ultimate Upgrade |
| Version |
Upgrade |
| System Requirements |
If you want to run Windows 7 on your PC, here's what it takes:
1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
1 gigabyte (GB) RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)
16 GB available hard disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)
DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM 1.0 or higher driver
Additional requirements to use certain features:
Internet access (fees may apply)
Depending on resolution, video playback may require additional memory and advanced graphics hardware
For some Windows Media Center functionality a TV tuner and additional hardware may be required
Windows Touch and Tablet PCs require specific hardware
HomeGroup requires a network and PCs running Windows 7
DVD/CD authoring requires a compatible optical drive
BitLocker requires Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 1.2
BitLocker To Go requires a USB flash drive
Windows XP Mode requires an additional 1 GB of RAM, an additional 15 GB of available hard disk space, and a processor capable of hardware virtualization with Intel VT or AMD-V turned on
Music and sound require audio output |
| Packaging |
Retail |
| Features |
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Easier to use
Simplify your PC with new navigation features like Aero Shake, Jump Lists, and Snap.
Customize Windows to look and feel the way you like by changing themes and taskbar programs.
Easy to network (with or without a server).
Back up your complete system over a network.
Help protect data on your PC or portable storage device against loss or theft with BitLocker.
Faster and more flexible
Designed to make your PC sleep and resume quicker.
Takes full advantage of 64-bit PC hardware and memory.
Windows XP Mode gives you the business flexibility you need.
Switch between any of 35 languages.
Best PC entertainment experience
Watch, pause, rewind, and record TV with Windows Media Center.
Watch your favorite DVD movies.
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Introduction
Nowadays, fast-developing communication and information technologies trigger an explosion of data on a scale millions of times larger year-to-year, yet your effort and strain on data management also rises. So you might need to find ways to make your computer both more powerful and easier to use. That is what Microsoft's new Windows 7 Operating System was designed to do.
Windows 7 has better ways to find and manage files—like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews—to help you speed through everyday tasks. It's designed for faster and more reliable performance, so your PC just works the way you want it to. With 64-bit support, you can take full advantage of the latest, most powerful processors. Great features like HomeGroup, Windows Media Center, and Windows Touch make new things possible.
Upgrade to Windows 7 Ultimate, and enjoy all the new features today!
Highlights
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Help Prevent Theft or Loss of Data
Use BitLocker and BitLocker To Go to better protect your valuable files – even on removable drives such as USB devices.
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Windows XP Mode
Run many existing productivity and business programs designed for Windows XP – additional necessary software is available for download, free-of-charge from Microsoft.
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Save Time and Money Resolving IT Issues
Take advantage of the powerful diagnostics and troubleshooters built into Action Center to resolve many computer problems on your own.
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Interact with any Compatible Device Connected to Your Computer
Device Stage makes connecting and working with devices easier than ever with a single interface to manage devices and run common tasks. Plus, the new Devices and Printers folder shows you everything connected to your PC, making it a handy way to check on a printer, music player, camera, mouse, or digital picture frame (just to name a few).
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Connect Multiple PCs, with or without a Server
Use Domain Join to connect PCs quickly and more securely to your wired or wireless domain network.
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Automatically Back up Your Files
Protect your data from user error, hardware failure, and other problems. You can back up your files to an external hard drive, secondary hard drive, writable CD or DVD, or to a network location.
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Quick Specs
| Brand | Microsoft |
| Version | Upgrade |
| Packaging | Retail |
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Reviewed By: Vipre77 on 10/22/2009
Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
