Testseek.com have collected 78 expert reviews of the Microsoft Windows 7 and the average rating is 89%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Microsoft Windows 7.
October 2009
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The editors liked
Beautiful new UI
Speed improvements throughout
New Windows Media Center
Strong design and Microsoft dont always go together
But they do in Windows 7. Users might take a while to get used to the new taskbar and Aero Peek
But theyre a pleasure to use.
Smaller disk and memory footprint. Faster installation
Startup
Shutdown. Stable. Less intrusive. Taskbar icons more flexible. New home networking capabilities
Including media streaming. Working with external hardware is easier. Multitouch support. Nice...
The editors didn't like
Few major changes over Vista
Internet Explorer
Somewhat expensive
Performance is still hit-or-miss in Windows 7. At the ripe age of seven
Windows XP still performs better in some categories.
Keeps the Registry and some other Windows baggage. Performance not a huge gain over Vista. A bit pricey for upgraders.
This is the Ferrari to Windows 7 Home Premium's Ford, and that's reflected in the price. If you're after the true power of Windows 7, however, Ultimate is the best option ...
Abstract: Aside from the criticism that this was the OS that Windows Vista should have been, this is an undoubted success for Microsoft. With many features offering benefits for businesses and more efficient use of current hardware, is there any real need to wai...
Improved performance, Pinned icons, Live thumbnails, Jump lists, Libraries are fantastic, Improved backup, Fewer interuptions, Sensible features for home users
No XP Mode in this edition, Can't add NAS drives to libraries, Anytime Upgrades are pricey, It's what Vista should have been
Performance, Usability, Libraries bringing together all your scattered files and folders, Streaming media that really works
Bitlocker disc encryption only available in Ultimate edition, Device Stages currently only work with a limited number of products, Third-party apps and utilities can slow Windows down
Vista was a bit of a faux-pas but Windows 7 is the best Windows so far
The new taskbar and Aero Peek are a pleasure to use once you get used to them
umption benchmark, and find out what issues your business needs to focus on.
Windows 7 is more than what Vista should have been: its where Microsoft needs to go. How much damage Vista did, and whether Windows 7 will persuade people to finally abandon Windows XP, remains to be seen...
Abstract: Verdict: Everything that Vista should have been - if youre building a new PC, Windows 7 is an essential purchase. Theres been a lot of hype about Windows 7, with most people thinking its the version of Windows theyve been waiting for. But is it?...
Boots quickly, Should run well on netbooks and older PCs, Jump lists and Aero Snap are brilliant new features, Lots of improvements for business users
New taskbar scheme isn’t for everyone, Some useful apps are not included by default
Device SupportDrivers: Most current hardware should work on Windows 7 without a hitch, since there are no major changes to the device driver model like Vista had. That means upgraders won’t face the same headaches that they did last time. In fact mo...
Abstract: The general consensus with regards to Windows Vista was that it was like a cow: slow and heavy. It was pretty with its new Windows Aero GUI (graphical user interface) and was a lot more secure than its predecessor, the ubiquitous Windows XP, but the price...
