Windows 7 is a great upgrade from both XP and Vista. The speed of the operating system is incredible. Windows 7 will allow a computer to run twice as fast as the computer did with XP. Microsoft has created a system that is user friendly, fast, and fewer glitches than Vista. If you are looking for a modern operating system with spectacular new features, Windows 7 is the operating system for you.
Some of the improved features are the snap feature that allows you to slide one window to the right and it will self adjust for fit half of the screen, then drag a second window to the left and it will fit the other half of the screen. This allows you to use two windows at once with both windows being in the forefront of the screen. Just like Vista, it allows you to select widgets to add to the desktop. Be able to see a clock, news feeds, weather, etc. without needing to open any windows. Easily pin programs and files to the bottom toolbar for quick access. Hover over the right side of the toolbar to show all open windows. By associating more than one computer with your free Windows live account, you can share files between multiple computers.
You still have pop-ups asking permission to install new software. Some software that was well used on XP is not supported by Windows 7. Programs such as Photo Story and Steady State, which are used in education, are not supported by Windows 7.
Overall, Windows 7 is a huge improvement over Vista and XP. Microsoft has fixed most of the issues with Vista, and created a modern, usable operating system. Microsoft has also created new user friendly applications to offer ways to work with multiple windows at the same time, quickly open programs and files that are frequently used.
Blog Contributor
Josh Wiechert M. Ed. Tech.
Instructional Technology Specialist
Franklin Middle School
Champaign, IL
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