| |
Newest Articles
Here are my latest Windows 7 articles and screenshot galleries...
|
Windows 7 FAQ: Updated with Pricing Info
June 29, 2009
The Windows 7 FAQ has been updated with numerous retail pricing questions!
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Product Editions Comparison (Updated for Windows Pricing)
June 27, 2009
Updated with retail pricing information!
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Pricing
June 25, 2009
Microsoft announces the retail pricing for Windows 7, as well as info about a money saving promotional pre-order program!
Read more
|
|
Microsoft Security Essentials Public Beta
June 18, 2009
Morro hits public beta as Microsoft Security Essentials...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 7232 Screens
June 16, 2009
The end is near! Here's one of the final pre-release builds of Windows 7...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 vs. Mac OS X Snow Leopard, Part 1: Oh, It's On!
June 15, 2009
Apple's talking trash about Windows 7. It's time to find out the truth about these...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7: The New NT?
June 9, 2009
I haven't felt this good about a new version of Windows since, well, Windows NT. Is Windows 7 the new NT?
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 FAQ: Updated with RTM/GA Info
June 3, 2009
The Windows 7 FAQ has been updated with info about the RTM and GA!
Read more
|
|
Windows 7: October 22, 2009
June 2, 2009
It's official: Microsoft will finalize Windows 7 in late July and deliver it to customers on October 22, 2009...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Starter? That's How They Get You
June 2, 2009
Windows 7 Starter is still hobbled by a ridiculous limitation...
Read more
|
|
Windows Touch: Natural PC User Interfaces in Windows 7
May 26, 2009
Windows Touch provides pervasive multi-touch functionality in Windows 7...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
Scenic Ribbon, Paint & WordPad
May 19, 2009
The new Scenic Ribbon control in Windows 7 is used by both Paint and WordPad...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 RC Review
Part 4: Conclusions
May 17, 2009
The fourth and final part of my Windows 7 RC review is now available...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 7127 Screens
May 16, 2009
Our first look at a post-RC build of Windows 7 reveals no new features and no surprises...
Read more
|
|
Upgrading to Windows 7, Part 3
Upgrading from Vista to Windows 7
May 11, 2009
In Part 3 of the series, a look at upgrading Windows Vista in-place to Windows 7...
Read more
|
|
|
Upgrading to Windows 7
May 7, 2009
In this new series, I examine how you can upgrade to Windows 7. Parts 1 (Intro) and 2 (XP upgrades) are now available...
Read more
|
|
Microsoft Download-O-Rama!
May 6, 2009
Microsoft has delivered an unprecedented software bounty to its public servers! Gentlemen, start your downloads ...
Read more
|
|
Windows XP Mode and Windows Virtual PC Beta
April 30, 2009
Today's release of the XP Mode Beta shows how little has changed since...
Read more
|
|
Windows XP Mode for
Windows 7 Preview
April 28, 2009
Discover a secret new feature that brings XP app compatibility to Windows 7...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 FAQ: Updated for the Release Candidate
April 26, 2009
Now that the Release Candidate is here, it's time for a major update to the FAQ!
Read more
|
|
|
Windows 7 Release Candidate Review (Parts 1, 2, and 3)
April 26, 2009
The first three parts of my Windows 7 RC review are now available ...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
Aero Themes
April 26, 2009
Aero Themes combine desktop backgrounds, Aero glass colors, and ...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus
Series Update for RC
April 26, 2009
I've updated the entire Feature Focus series for the Windows 7 RC ...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Product Editions Comparison (Updated for the Windows 7 RC)
April 26, 2009
Now with even more features differences!
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Release Candidate Screens: Professional
April 25, 2009
Here's a first look at the RC version of Windows 7 Professional...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Release Candidate Screens: Home Premium
April 25, 2009
Here's a first look at the RC version of Windows 7 Home Premium...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Release Candidate Screens: Home Basic
April 25, 2009
Here's a first look at the RC version of Windows 7 Home Basic...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Release Candidate Screens: Starter Edition
April 25, 2009
Here's a first look at the RC version of Windows 7 Starter Edition...
Read more
|
|
Windows XP Mode for Windows 7 Screens
April 24, 2009
A first look at a new Windows 7 feature: Windows XP Mode!
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Release Candidate Interactive Setup
April 24, 2009
A look at interactive Setup with the Windows 7 Release Candidate...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Release Candidate Screens
April 24, 2009
Windows 7 hits its last major pre-release milestone. Here's what you can expect...
Read more
|
|
Windows Live Wave 3 Updates: April 2009
April 22, 2009
Microsoft bolsters Windows Live with three key updates, including Web Messenger...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 7106 Screens
April 14, 2009
Microsoft begins working on separate RC and RTM builds of Windows 7. Here's a first look at an RTM-level build...
Read more
|
|
With MED-V, Microsoft Moves One Step Closer to the Future of App Compatibility
April 14, 2009
MED-V decouples app compatibility from...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
Windows Live Essentials
April 9, 2009
Windows Live Essentials "completes" Windows 7 by offering a compelling...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 7077 Screens
April 8, 2009
Here are some shots of Windows 7 build 7077, the latest interim build of Microsot's next desktop OS...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Product Editions: A Comparison
March 30, 2009
Finally, a feature-by-feature comparison of the various Windows 7 product editions...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 7068 Screens: Home Basic Edition
March 28, 2009
Here are some shots of Windows 7 Home Premium edition build 7068...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 7068 Screens: Home Premium Edition
March 28, 2009
Here are some shots of Windows 7 Home Premium edition build 7068...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 7068 Screens: Starter Edition
March 28, 2009
Here are some shots of Windows 7 Starter edition build 7068, the bare bones...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 7068 Screens: Professional Edition
March 28, 2009
Here are some shots of Windows 7 Professional edition build 7068...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 7068 Interactive Setup Screens
March 28, 2009
It's been a while since the last leaked build, but here's something new for...
Read more
|
|
Internet Explorer 8 Review
March 19, 2009
Microsoft's new Web browser is safer, faster, and more productive...
Read more
|
|
Rescue Me: Windows 7 to Improve on Vista Compatibility
March 18, 2009
Windows 7 will actually offer some compatibility advantages over Vista...
Read more
|
|
More Windows 7 Build 7057 Screenshots
March 14, 2009
A second look at build 7057, including some user interface evolutions...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 7057 Screens
March 12, 2009
Suddenly, Windows 7 builds are leaking at a rapid clip. Here's a first peak at build 7057, hot off the torrents...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
Guest Mode
March 10/February 28, 2009
A hidden Windows 7 feature lets you set up safe user accounts for kids at home...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7: Choice is Good
March 10, 2009
Microsoft's decision to allow users to remove key Windows 7 features won't just benefit individuals. It will also be a...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 7048 Notes
March 9, 2009
Now that I've spent more time with this interim Windows 7 build, I've uncovered a few more interesting changes...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Release Candidate Preview
March 7, 2009
Here's what you need to know about next month's Windows 7 Release Candidate...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
BitLocker To Go
March 5, 2009
Microsoft extends its full-drive encryption functionality to removable storage...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 7048 Screenshots
March 4, 2009
Shots of a new interim build of Windows 7 reveal some changes, including a way to remove IE 8, new wallpaper, and more.
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 7032 Screenshots
March 1, 2009
Shots of a new interim build of Windows 7 reveal few changes, including some new icons and lots of new wallpaper...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 for Businesses: When Should You Deploy?
February 17, 2009
The economy is spiraling downward, but it's time to start thinking about...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
Windows Taskbar
February 16, 2009
The most controversial new feature in Windows 7 provides a new, less...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 7022 Screenshots
February 11, 2009
Shots of a new interim build of Windows 7 reveal a few changes since the Beta, including some Control Panel and...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
Windows Anytime Upgrade
February 10, 2009
Electronic OS upgrades get faster and more automated in Windows 7...
Read more
|
|
Shipping Seven, Part 6: Public Beta
Shipping Seven | February 8, 2009
Microsoft ships a public version of Windows 7 and looks to the RC, RTM, and GA releases of its next client OS...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
Calculator
February 6, 2009
For the first time in decades, Microsoft significantly updates its Calculator...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Product Editions
February 3, 2009
Microsoft finally announces which product editions will make up the Windows 7 family...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
Windows Experience Index
January 29, 2009
Microsoft continues using this tool of dubious benefit in Windows 7...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
Windows Gadgets
January 25, 2009
The Sidebar is gone but Windows Gadgets continue on in Windows 7...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
Styles and Desktop Slide Shows
January 19, 2009
Windows 7 makes it easier than ever to customize your PC desktop...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
Action Center
January 18, 2009
Action Center builds on the Security Center functionality from Windows...
Read more
|
|
Windows Live Essentials 2009 Review
January 17, 2009
Windows Live Esssentials is a must-have companion for all users of Windows...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
Aero Shake
January 13, 2009
Aero Snaps is a secret new feature in Windows 7...
Read more
|
|
Evaluating the Windows 7 Beta for Business
January 13, 2009
Businesses need to start evaluating the next Windows sooner rather than later.
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Beta Availability
January 7-9, 2009
Update: The Windows 7 Public Beta is now available for download!
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Beta Compatibility
January 4, 2009
The Windows 7 Beta is surprisingly compatible with the hardware and software I use every day...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Beta Notes and Observations
December 29, 2008
In working with the Windows 7 Beta build, I've noticed a few interesting...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Beta Review
December 27, 2008
The Windows 7 Beta is a finely-tuned, stable, and compatible new version of Windows. Thinking of installing it?
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Beta Screenshots
December 26, 2008
Over 50 screenshots of the eagerly awaited Windows 7 Beta release for your viewing pleasure...
Read more
|
|
Shipping Seven, Part 5: From M3 to Beta
Shipping Seven
December 21, 2008
Windows 7 finally goes to the public...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 6956 Screenshots
December 13, 2008
Another look at the most recent post-M3 build of Windows 7, build 6956. This is one of the last builds before the beta...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
Aero Snaps
December 8, 2008
Aero Snaps is a touch-friendly way to manage onscreen windows...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus:
Aero Peek
December 6, 2008
The new Aero Peek feature lets you look quickly at the desktop or at the...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 69xx Screenshots
December 6, 2008
A number of post-M3 Windows 7 builds have now leaked to the public. Find out what's new...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7: Simple vs. Easy
December 2, 2008
Windows 7 is simpler. But is it better? It seems like some of the changes are coming at the cost of ease of use...
Read more
|
|
|
Windows 7 Feature Focus
November 12, 2008
It's time to learn more about the next version of Windows...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 M3 Interactive Install Screenshot Gallery
November 2, 2008
Here are some screenshots depicting the Windows 7 install process...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Preview, Part 5, Business and IT Pro Features
November 2, 2008
Windows 7 includes major integration pieces with Windows Server, a first since...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Preview, Part 4, Apps, Internet and Devices
October 30, 2008
Once you move past the user interface of the system itself, these are the things...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Preview, Part 3, Explorer and Networking
October 29, 2008
Microsoft has been tweaking and generally mucking around with Windows Explorer...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Preview, Part 2, Desktop Enhancements
October 28, 2008
Windows 7 is all about the surface stuff, and in that sense it's a lot more like an...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Preview, Part 1
October 28, 2008
Well, let me ruin the surprise up front. Windows 7 is Windows Vista done right. If you're already a fan of Windows Vista...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Milestone 3 Screenshot Galleries
October 28, 2008
Here are screenshots from the Windows 7 Milestone 3 (M3) builds...
Read more
|
|
Here Comes Windows 7
October 23, 2008
I'll be in Los Angeles for the next week covering PDC and all of the Windows 7-related developments. Here's what...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7: What's In A Name?
October 16, 2008
Tackling the biggest nonissue of the decade, I examine the faux uproar over Microsoft's decision to use the...
Read more
|
|
|
Windows 7 FAQ: Major Update
FAQ | October 11, 2008
In a long-overdue major update to my Windows 7 FAQ, I categorize every new feature we know about heading into...
Read more
|
|
Shipping Seven, Part 4: Pre-PDC Presentation
Shipping Seven
October 10, 2008
Paul gives his first Windows 7...
Read more
|
|
A Look at the Windows Live Wave 3 Applications
September 30, 2008
Microsoft is removing a number of bundled applications from Windows 7 and making...
Read more
|
|
Windows Live Wave 3 Preview
September 23, 2008
"These are rich applications that 'light up' Windows," Windows Live Senior Director of Product Management Ryan Gavin told...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7: Too Soon?
September 22, 2008
I know what you're thinking: Most of you haven't even deployed Vista yet. Is it too soon to begin a discussion of...
Read more
|
|
Windows Live Wave 3 Beta Screenshot Gallery
September 17, 2008
Here are some screenshots of the new Windows Live Wave 3 Beta application suite...
Read more
|
|
Internet Explorer 8 Beta 2 Review
Reviews | August 14-27, 2008
Sometimes you get what you ask for. For years, Web developers, standards advocates, technology enthusiasts and...
Read more
|
|
Shipping Seven, Part 3: Microsoft Speaks
Shipping Seven
August 9, 2008
Microsoft executives are blogging...
Read more
|
|
Internet Explorer 8 Security Preview
July 2, 2008
Microsoft is talking about the new and improved security features that it will...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Multi-Touch: Hi-Res Shots
May 29, 2008
Microsoft has issued a short video showing off the multi-touch functionality in...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7 Build 6519 Screenshot Galleries
April 3-10, 2008
Four screenshot galleries depicting the first external milestone build of Windows 7...
Read more
|
|
Internet Explorer 8 Beta 1 Review
Reviews | March 11, 2008
I didn't originally expect to write a full review for Internet Explorer (IE) 8 Beta 1, released last week at the MIX'08...
Read more
|
|
Internet Explorer 8 Beta 1 Screenshot Gallery
March 5, 2008
A screenshot gallery of Internet Explorer 8 Beta 2...
Read more
|
|
Shipping Seven: An Ongoing Dialog About the Next Windows, Part One: January 2008
Shipping Seven
January 26, 2008
To date, Microsoft has erected a wall of...
Read more
|
|
Inside Windows 7 MinWin
December 20, 2007
I spoke with Microsoft Fellow Mark Russinovich about the MinWin kernel that Microsoft may or may not add to...
Read more
|
|
Windows 7: Microsoft's New MinWin Kernel Not So New
October 30, 2007
MinWin isn't new. And if you're running Windows Vista or a pre-release version...
Read more
|
--Paul Thurrott
|
|
Ongoing Updates
Daily updates
I post to the SuperSite Blog every day. Check out what I have to say about Windows 7!
Weekly podcast
Windows Weekly is a blast of news, information, and good humor ... tailored just for Windows users!
Must-read Seven
You won't find Windows 7 coverage this exhaustive anywhere else! These series are updated regularly.
|
|
Feature Focus
Discover Windows 7 ... One feature at a time.
|
|
Product Editions
Learn which features come in each product edition.
|
|
Windows 7 RC
The authoritative look at the Windows 7 release candidate.
|
|
Shipping Seven
An ongoing look at the creation of the next Windows.
|
Related reading
Interested in Windows 7? You'll want to check these out as well.
|
|
PDC 2008 @ SuperSite for Windows
Microsoft will reveal a lot about Windows 7 at PDC 2008!
|
|
Windows Vista @ SuperSite for Windows
Everything I've written about Windows Vista, in one place.
|
|
|
