What is Windows 7?

Windows 7 brings many new features and improvements to computers running the Windows operating system and, best of all, is offered as a free upgrade with any computer purchase since late June.

If you’ve been searching for a new computer, you’ve probably heard of the latest version of Windows.

Most new computers now come with Windows 7 pre-installed. Every major computer manufacturer sells Windows 7 compatible machines.

If you want to upgrade your current computer to Windows 7, you simply need to purchase an upgrade version of operating system from most electronics retailers.

What’s new in Windows 7?

While there are many changes in the new operating system, many of them deal with complicated internal optimizations. However, there also a bunch of new features and upgrades. Here are some of the most noticeable and useful changes in Windows 7.

Better Taskbar: One of the biggest changes in Windows 7 is how the taskbar, the small bar at the bottom of your screen, behaves. In Windows 7, you can “pin” your favorite items to it so that you can open them in seconds.

The taskbar also comes with a new feature called “Taskbar Peek” which lets you see what each of your windows looks like by moving your mouse over the icon. This makes finding the right window much easier than in earlier versions of the operating system.

Improved Search: Whether you’re looking for a family photo, important document or just a program, you can do it all from the newly improved Windows Search box – and it actually works! All you have to do is click on the Start Menu, type in what you’re looking for and the results appear right in front of you.

Easier to connect and use devices: Windows 7 also makes it much easier to get new devices plugged in and running. Whether you’re hooking up a new MP3 player, an external hard drive for backing up data or a webcam to chat with family, Windows 7 does a better job of setting it up without requiring you to take extra steps.

These are just a few of the many major improvements that Windows 7 brings. It also runs better than Windows Vista on many computers, makes it easier to share files between computers at home and simplifies connecting to a wireless network. Overall, Windows 7 is a very user-friendly operating system and an exciting upgrade for Windows users.