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Microsoft Windows 7 RC Build 7105 Ultimate x86 32bit Milestone

Windows 7 has reached build number 7105 which is the RC Escrow. This means that it could be the build that would be released as a public release candidate for Windows 7, but don’t take my word on it, as per the MSDN RC page leak, it will be made public in May.
download - comments - 6.4.2009

Windows 7 Migration Tool to Move From Windows XP to Windows 7

In past we had covered guide on upgrading from Windows XP to Windows 7. Unfortunately there is no direct upgrade path from Windows Xp to Windows 7 and you have to use Windows Easy Transfer utility if you want to move your user and program files from XP to Windows 7.
download - comments - 22.11.2009

Vista SP1, and then Windows 7, Windows 8 and Non-Windows Midori

2008 saw the release of Windows Vista Service Pack 1, Windows XP Service Pack 3 and Windows Server 2008, but Microsoft's journey on the Windows path is far from over.
windows - comments - 5.8.2008

Windows 7 RC Brings Windows XP Mode Beta and Windows Virtual PC Beta

The Release Candidate of Windows 7 will bring with it the first Beta development milestones for Windows XP Mode and Windows Virtual PC.
windows - comments - 29.4.2009

Windows Reactivator 2.0 - Backup & Restore Activation Status of Windows XP with Windows Reactivator

Every time you reinstall your windows XP you need to reactivate it online using your product key & worst if you lost your Windows XP product key.
download - comments - 3.6.2009

Windows Vista SP1 vs. Windows Vista RTM vs. Windows XP SP2

Feb 26th, 2008. Principled Technologies has released two Microsoft commissioned reports on Windows Vista SP1 performance. In these tests, Principled Technologies measured responsiveness of Windows Vista SP1 vs. Windows Vista RTM vs. Windows XP SP2 when performing a set of common business and home tasks.
windows - comments - 28.2.2008

Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 9 – 1 Billion and Counting

Is Windows dead? Or, at least, is this the beginning of the end for Microsoft's proprietary operating system?
windows - comments - 15.9.2008

Week in Microsoft: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 9

This week in Microsoft, we covered 128-bit support possibly coming to Windows 8 and Windows 9, Windows 7, Windows Mobile 6.5, Bill Gates, Office 2010 Starter, Microsoft MVP status, Windows Live Hotmail, the EU, and Microsoft Security Essentials.
windows - comments - 10.10.2009

Windows Vista Build 5231 and Windows Media Player 11 Leaks!

Windows Vista Build 5231 has leaked to the web. The new build is said to include Windows Media Player 11 included. View the screenshots below! This is a Main branch build that was released on September 12th, 2005 at 8:20PM.
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Windows Vista SP1 and Windows XP SP3: Official Release Dates

A French website, PC Inpact, has posted the official Microsoft product change request forms for Vista SP1 and Windows XP SP3.
windows - comments - 6.2.2008

Download Free Windows Vista and Windows XP SP2 Straight from Microsoft

Via the Internet Explorer Application Compatibility VPC Image. That's right! Microsoft is offering access to free downloads of Windows Vista and Windows XP SP2.
download - comments - 6.3.2008

Windows Vista SP1 outperforms Windows XP SP2 in file copy

"Its interesting that people seem to think that Vista under performs in every area of the system which is quite an incorrect perception.
windows - comments - 27.5.2008

Windows Fiji Has RTMd as Windows Media Center TV Pack 2008

Microsoft officially confirmed that Windows Fiji has been released to manufacturing.
windows - comments - 18.7.2008

Windows 7 Beta Doesn't Play Nice with Windows Azure Cloud OS Tools

The promise for Windows 7 is that it will deliver an evolution when it will come down to stretching into the Cloud compared to its precursor, Windows Vista.
windows - comments - 16.1.2009

Internet Explorer 8 MUI packs for Windows XP, Windows Server 03

As detailed in our previous blog post, the following Internet Explorer MUI packs shipped today.
download - comments - 17.5.2009

Windows Home Server Power Pack 3 Beta adds Windows 7 support

Microsoft announced the release of Windows Home Server Power Pack 3 Beta, along with news that it will feature Windows 7 support.
windows - comments - 20.7.2009

Check for RAM Error or Defect in Windows 7 and Vista with Windows Memory Diagnostic

Memory or RAM is one of the most important electronic hardware component on a computer systems, not only in term of speed or clock frequency and size, but also the reliability of hardware ecosystem of the RAM sticks or memory modules and its subsystem.
common - comments - 1.10.2009

The Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 98 Threat Mitigation Guide

Well, Microsoft still puts effort in old Windows versions...
microsoft - comments - 31.3.2006

Windows Vista comes with 19,500 drivers on DVD – more on Windows Update

Ever needed to find a driver for a product and wished Windows would either just have the driver in it, or that their Windows Update service could provide it? With Vista, it can – and new features and updates will be forthcoming too. It’s about time!
windows - comments - 20.11.2006

Windows XP Home No Longer Qualifies for Windows Vista Upgrades

Windows XP Home Edition no longer qualifies for Windows Vista Business Upgrade or Upgrade + SA through Volume Licensing.
windows - comments - 17.10.2007

Microsoft Offers a Complex Windows Vista vs. Windows XP Perspective

A new standard of security is an integer aspect of the evolution puzzle represented by the move from Windows XP to Windows Vista.
windows - comments - 3.11.2007

Windows XP SP3 to Drop Concomitantly with Windows Vista SP1?

Yes, it's time for every Windows user's favorite obsession: Windows XP Service Pack 3. The third and final service pack for Windows XP has been quite elusive for the past three years.
windows - comments - 25.11.2007

Windows Vista vs. Windows 9x/Me, NT Server, 2000 and XP

If at just a couple of weeks short of the first anniversary since Windows Vista hit the shelves you are still looking for reasons to upgrade to the latest Windows client, then Biplab Paul, Partner Technical Consultant with Microsoft India, has an impressive, and exhaustive list of features that are bound to tilt the balance in Vista's favor.
windows - comments - 14.1.2008

Free Windows Vista Business and Windows XP SP2 on Parade

Free Windows... Not a concept you would expect from Microsoft. With a business strategy focused on proprietary software, the Redmond company is by all means at the opposite technology spectrum from open source and free software.
windows - comments - 9.3.2008

Microsoft Presents the Lost Comparison: Windows Vista vs. Windows XP

With both Windows XP and Windows Vista being available concomitantly on the market, Microsoft is doing nothing more than inviting the consumers to compare the two operating systems.
windows - comments - 20.4.2008

Windows Server 2008 = Windows Vista SP1 Minus the Pain

Windows Server 2008, formerly codenamed Longhorn, is essentially intimately connected with Windows Vista Service Pack 1, to the level in which the RTM version of Microsoft's latest server operating system features the SP1 label
windows - comments - 6.5.2008

Windows Embedded NavReady 2009 - Latest Windows Platform from Microsoft

The latest Windows operating system is available for download as of June 16, 2008. And no, it's not a new release of Windows 7, nor the first taste of Windows 7 Server.
download - comments - 16.6.2008

Free Windows for Supercomputers Available for Download - Windows HPC Server 2008

Microsoft made the latest iteration of its Windows operating system for supercomputers available as a free download.
windows - comments - 23.9.2008

How to Install Windows 7 or Windows Vista on Physical Machine Without DVD Media

A lot of Windows Vista and Windows 7 license has been sold media-less nowadays, where buyers only receive a piece of authenticated certificate with a genuine and legitimate product key printed on it.
windows - comments - 23.12.2008

Windows 7 beta testers find critical Windows Installer Bug

Mary Jo reports that a number of Windows 7 Beta testers have come across a bug that crashes the system randomly whenever they try to start a Windows Update or install anything using Microsoft's MSI installer.
windows - comments - 19.1.2009

Windows 7 build 7105 RC Milestone reached

Builds for Windows 7 keep powering forward; it seems there are new ones being reported weekly, but here's one that might be worth sitting up and paying attention for: it appears Windows 7 has reached build 7105, an RC build. But in addition to this, it's worth remembering that a Windows 7 RC could possibly be available April 10th. This timing makes it seem as though Neowin's exclusive source was dead on, and that in a few days time Microsoft will announce availability of an RC build for its latest operating system. The string for this build is 6.1.7105.0.090404-1235_x86fre_client_en-us_Retail_Ultimate-GB1CULFRER_EN_DVD, and it was compiled on April 4th.

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neowin.net - 07.04.2009

Windows 7 Build 7105

A short while ago, Windows 7 Build 7105 surfaced on the 'net, raising some eyebrows with its appearance. After previous rumors that the release candidate could pop up sometime in early April (specifically April 10th), could this be a build not far off from the planned RC one?

Neowin reports that from an 'exculsive source,' they were able to pinpoint build 7100 as being the most viable build number to recieve the 'RC' status. Compiled on April 4th, Build 7105 bears the following build string: "6.1.7105.0.090404-1235_x86fre_client_en-us_Retail_Ultimate-GB1CULFRER_EN_DVD"

According to WZor, there are a few visible changes in the build, despite its short time away from RC. The changes include:

1. Improved networking support, the work in the local network
2. Added support for some previously incompatible programs
3. Extras in the LP (?) and small cosmetic interface improvements
4. Added support for new drivers for various devices
5. Extended support sensory displays
6. A small optimization and changes in the kernel

Besides some behind-the-scenes changes, it would seem that Microsoft is just putting on the final touches. Nerds rejoyce!


jcxp.net - 07.04.2009

Windows 7 Build 7105 to be RC... public release in 3 days!


jcxp.net - 08.04.2009

Windows 7 RC/RTM Builds “ Clearing the Confusion

Chris Holmes: So Ive actually been meaning to write this for a while because its been annoying the hell out of me. I have seen people saying that 7105 and 7106 of Windows 7 are RC builds and the RC will be > 7100. Well all I can say to those people is that youre wrong, you fail, and you need to learn how the development process works inside Redmond before you go spouting about a build being an RC ESCROW...




winbeta.org - 14.04.2009

Windows 7 build 7077 leaks

According to several reports from Neowin members, Windows 7 build 7077 has leaked to various torrent sites. Named as an RC escrow build it's likely that 7077.0.090404-1255 is the RC that will be modified to 7100 and distributed widely in May. Microsoft confirmed the 7100 path yesterday on its Engineering Windows 7 blog by advising users to modify the MinClient build number from 7100 to 7000 in order to enable beta to RC upgrades. It is now expected that Microsoft will name 7100 as the RC build and builds 7105 onwards will be the ongoing development branched towards RTM.

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neowin.net - 08.04.2009

Windows 7: Superbar Overview

So far, in our Windows 7 Overview series, we have published the following: Windows 7 beta quick review Windows 7 Tips and Tricks Windows 7: HomeGroup Overview Windows 7: BitLocker To Go & Biometric improvements overview Windows 7: Easy Connect Windows 7: Problem Steps Recorder Windows 7: Action Center Overview Windows 7: User Account Control (UAC) Overview Windows 7: Calibate Your Display Windows 7: Federated Search Windows 7: Device Stage Windows 7: Internet Explorer 8 Overview Over the next few weeks we will be adding many more focus items on Windows 7 including Touch, Windows 7 networking and media enhancements. Stay tuned for the ultimate Windows 7 focus from Neowin.net.

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neowin.net - 15.01.2009

Windows 7: HomeGroup Overview

So far, in our Windows 7 Overview series, we have published the following: Windows 7 beta quick review Windows 7: BitLocker To Go & Biometric improvements overview Windows 7: Easy Connect Windows 7: Problem Steps Recorder Windows 7: Action Center Overview Windows 7: User Account Control (UAC) Overview Windows 7: Calibate Your Display Windows 7: Federated Search Windows 7: Device Stage Windows 7: Internet Explorer 8 Overview Over the next few weeks we will be adding many more focus items on Windows 7 including Touch, Windows 7 networking and media enhancements. Stay tuned for the ultimate Windows 7 focus from Neowin.net. Here is an overview of HomeGroup in Windows 7.

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neowin.net - 13.01.2009

Windows 7 Beta 1 Vs Windows Vista Vs Windows XP

After Windows 7 beta 1 leaked, many bloggers caught hold of it very soon and started testing/using Windows 7. We saw Ed Bott from ZDnet reporting about the changes in the Windows 7 beta 1 license agreement. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes from ZDnet has benchmarked Windows 7 with its successors Windows Vista and Windows XP. The Windows 7 build 6.1.7000.0.081212-1400 was considered for testing. Since its 32bit, it was tested against 32bit versions of Windows Vista SP1 and Windows XP SP3.

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neowin.net - 03.01.2009

Windows 7: Vista Upgrade & Anytime Upgrade overview

So far, in our Windows 7 Overview series, we have published the following: Windows 7 beta quick review Windows 7: HomeGroup Overview Windows 7: BitLocker To Go & Biometric improvements overview Windows 7: Easy Connect Windows 7: Problem Steps Recorder Windows 7: Action Center Overview Windows 7: User Account Control (UAC) Overview Windows 7: Calibate Your Display Windows 7: Federated Search Windows 7: Device Stage Windows 7: Internet Explorer 8 Overview Over the next few weeks we will be adding many more focus items on Windows 7 including Touch, Windows 7 networking and media enhancements. Stay tuned for the ultimate Windows 7 focus from Neowin.net. Here is an overview of Windows Vista to Windows 7 Beta upgrade.

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neowin.net - 13.01.2009

Windows 7: Easy Connect overview

So far, in our Windows 7 Overview series, we have published the following: Windows 7 beta quick review Windows 7: Action Center Overview Windows 7: User Account Control (UAC) Overview Windows 7: Calibate Your Display Windows 7: Federated Search Windows 7: Device Stage Windows 7: Internet Explorer 8 Overview Over the next few weeks we will be adding many more focus items on Windows 7 including Touch, Windows 7 networking and media enhancements. Stay tuned for the ultimate Windows 7 focus from Neowin.net. Here is an overview of Easy Connect in Windows 7.

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neowin.net - 11.01.2009

Windows Live Strategy Inches Forward, Slowly

Microsoft is continuing to flesh out its Windows Live strategy, on Wednesday releasing beta versions of Windows Live Photo Gallery and Windows Live Folders. The additions will join Windows Live Mail Desktop, Windows Live Writer, and a number of other applications as part of the Windows Live Suite...
betanews.com - 28.06.2007

Windows 8 already cooking, beyond Windows 7

After almost 3 years since Microsoft released Windows Vista, we are now heading for a wonderful release of Windows 7, the next version of Windows OS. Windows 7 RC is expected to be released next month, April 10th. But, what about the next version of Windows OS? Let us call it Windows 8 for now. Soni Meinke, a senior program manager in the Windows Server group in an interview with Channel 9 revealed very little info that the next version of Windows OS is already in its planning stage and her work being engaging with various customers and partners, she is already discussing the plan and strategy around them.

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neowin.net - 12.03.2009

Windows Mobile being rebranded as Windows and Windows Phone?

With few hours for the Mobile World Congress to start, we already have snaps of Microsoft stand and Windows Mobile banners showing up. Microsoft is expected to announce various mobile offerings and also unveil its newer version of Windows Mobile, which is Windows Mobile 6.5 at the Mobile World Congress. There is one thing to note once you see these snaps, a very important thing Below are some snaps As you may have guessed it already, its Windows and not Windows Mobile in those banners! Is Microsoft rebranding their Windows Mobile to Windows and call it Windows Phone?

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neowin.net - 16.02.2009

What do you want to know about Windows 7?

We're going to be sitting down shortly with Mike Nash, Vice President of Windows Product Management, who heads up Windows 7 development. Now that the news and screenshots are out there, what else do you want to know about Windows 7?..
betanews.com - 28.10.2008

Microsoft confirms Windows 7 downgrade rights

TechARP had been constantly giving updates on the Windows 7 Downgrade Rights Program all these days. Now Microsoft has confirmed the same in a blog post, regarding Windows 7 Downgrade rights program. Users can downgrade to Windows XP and Windows Vista from Windows 7 via OEMs for 6 months after Windows 7 General Availability. For customers and businesses running Windows XP, Microsoft still recommends an upgrade to Windows Vista before moving onto upgrading Windows 7.

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neowin.net - 16.04.2009

AntiSpyware Named 'Windows Defender'

Microsoft's Windows AntiSpyware application, which entered beta testing last January, has been given a new name: Windows Defender. Alongside the branding change, the anti-malware engine has been moved to a Windows service and signatures will be delivered through Windows Update...
betanews.com - 08.11.2005

Windows 7: BitLocker To Go & Biometric improvements overview

So far, in our Windows 7 Overview series, we have published the following: Windows 7 beta quick reviewWindows 7: Easy ConnectWindows 7: Problem Steps Recorder Windows 7: Action Center Overview Windows 7: User Account Control (UAC) Overview Windows 7: Calibate Your Display Windows 7: Federated Search Windows 7: Device Stage Windows 7: Internet Explorer 8 OverviewOver the next few weeks we will be adding many more focus items on Windows 7 including Touch, Windows 7 networking and media enhancements. Stay tuned for the ultimate Windows 7 focus from Neowin.net. Here is an overview of Problem Steps Recorder. Microsoft has introduced BitLocker To Go with Windows 7.

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neowin.net - 12.01.2009

Windows 7 to also be version 7 of the Windows kernel?

Most anyone who has been following the development of Windows 7 knows that it's currently kernel version 6.1. But all that is set to change, at least if an obscure MSDN page is to be believed. In a page describing device installation with the Windows Driver Kit, the documentation shows "Msft.NT.7.0" being used as a label to specify drivers only for use with Windows 7.

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neowin.net - 20.04.2009

'Windows XP Mode' revealed for Windows 7

Remember that major announcement that was planned for Windows 7 a while back? Well, it's finally here, revealed on Paul Thurrott's Windows SuperSite. So, what is it? It's a feature of Windows 7 called 'Windows XP Mode'. So, what exactly is this new mode? As you can probably tell from the name, it's a method to provide better compatibility in Windows 7, and to pull it off with as little trouble as possible. It's also dubbed XPM, or formerly Virtual XP.

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neowin.net - 25.04.2009

Windows 7: Action Center Overview

So far, in our Windows 7 Overview series, we have published the following, along with a quick Windows 7 Beta review: Windows 7: User Account Control (UAC) Overview Windows 7: Calibate Your Display Windows 7: Federated SearchOver the next few weeks we will be adding many more focus items on Windows 7 including Touch, Internet Explorer 8, Windows 7 networking and media enhancements. Stay tuned for the ultimate Windows 7 focus from Neowin.net. Here is an overview on the new Windows 7 Action Center. Windows Vista Security Center Microsoft introduced the Security Center in Windows Vista where users can find information about the system security and also troubleshoot security problems if any.

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neowin.net - 09.01.2009