How Windows 7 stands between you and the bad guys (but not you and the good stuff) when you’re a laptop user – from antispyware muscle to flexible firewalls to virtual lockers for your most precious files. READ MORE
Microsoft began the process of adding multi-core processor support in Windows Vista, but it really improved the underlying technology with Windows 7. Here’s what it means for you. READ MORE
The impact of corporations’ extended technology refresh schedules, pent-up demand, reduced vendor pricing and anticipation of the adoption of Windows 7 converged late last year, generating optimism about this year’s sales of desktop and notebook PCs. But analysts’ hardware predictions are conservative, as early adopters plan to refresh only half their organization’s computers. READ MORE
Too much data, not enough hard drive? That’s a surprisingly common complaint these days for any Windows user. Here are some smart strategies for coping when storage is scarce. READ MORE
For CIOs at a lot of mid-sized companies, the business case for adopting Windows 7 might be as simple as this: Time.
Solid state disks (SSDs) offer real speed, low power consumption, and a compact form factor. They make costly but terrific system disks, though it takes some effort to migrate onto an SSD from a conventional hard disk. This article shows you how to make that transition for your end users or customers, with special notes for Windows 7. READ MORE
Two-factor authentication, especially in the form of smart cards, is the next logical step in improving computer security. But adopting two-factor authentication on most computers has been stalled by the lack of operating system support. Windows 7 makes using smart cards much simpler. READ MORE
Windows XP won’t be around forever, and the anticipation for commercial adoption of Windows 7 is reaching a boiling point. With Windows 7 available now for volume license customers and for everyone else on October 22, IT professionals should start preparing for it now. Specifically, they should: 1) start or accelerate application compatibility testing against the Windows 7 RTM code; 2) plan for rolling out Windows 7 in small batches on new hardware initially; 3) weigh the costs and benefits of upgrading existing machines with at least 2 GB of memory; 4) start developing training sessions and tips and tricks guidance; and 5) prepare for — and embrace — empowered users who want to be early adopters.
From iPhones to customer kiosks, touch screens are an accepted part of consumers’ lives. Can Windows 7’s built-in support for multi-touch make them a part of enterprise workers’ lives, as well?
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