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Windows 7
Although the look of Windows 7 may seem to be nothing more than some polish applied liberally to the Vista Aero theme, make no mistake: this is a full replacement operating system, and more than just "Vista done right." From driver support to multitouch groundwork for the future, from better battery management to the most user-friendly interface Microsoft has ever had, Windows 7 is hardly half-baked. Read CNET's full review
Windows 7 news
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Microsoft: 350 million Windows 7 devices to be shipped in 2012 May 22, 2012 8:28 AM PDT
CEO Steve Ballmer says the milestone, which the company expects to reach, would make "Windows the most popular single system." Read more
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Microsoft opines: Vista was 'cheesy'; drops Aero May 18, 2012 7:56 PM PDT
Microsoft has ditched Aero Glass for the Windows 8 desktop. Read more
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Get Laplink PCmover Windows 7 Upgrade Assistant for free May 15, 2012 6:01 AM PDT
Today only, you can get this $30 utility free of charge. It can help smooth your move from Windows XP or Vista to Windows 7. Read more
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HP ultrabook prices sink, widening gap with MacBook Air May 8, 2012 11:39 PM PDT
Ultrabooks are already priced fairly aggressively against the MacBook Air at some retailers. Read more
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Ivy Bridge, the ultrabook edition, due by Computex May 1, 2012 3:30 PM PDT
The next Ivy Bridge chip will usher in a new generation of ultrabooks. Read more
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Windows XP holding on as dominant OS May 1, 2012 5:25 AM PDT
XP's share dipped slightly in April, but the decade-old operating system still reigns over Windows 7 as the top desktop platform. Read more
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Dell says XPS 13 ultrabook exceeds sales expectations April 29, 2012 10:36 AM PDT
Dell's first ultrabook is off to a strong start, offering some hope for the new class of skinny laptops. Read more
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HP adds Ivy Bridge-based all-in-one PCs April 24, 2012 11:36 PM PDT
Hewlett-Packard's all-in-one PCs and a couple of towers are getting the first Ivy Bridge chips. Read more
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How to copy files to Google Drive faster in Windows 7 April 24, 2012 2:05 PM PDT
Using the Google Drive shortcut folder in Windows is pretty handy, but being able to copy files using the Send to context menu option is faster. Read more
- CNET's Quick Guide to Netbooks
October 19, 2009 1:40 PM PDT
The low-cost, low-power family of laptop computers known as Netbooks have become a tempting choice, offering access to basic PC tasks for a fraction of the price of traditional laptop or desktop. Read more
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See what security features are new and improved in Windows 7 in this slideshow.
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- CNET's Quick Guide to Netbooks
The low-cost, low-power family of laptop computers known as Netbooks have become a tempting choice, offering access to basic PC tasks for a fraction of the price of traditional laptop or desktop. Find out more choosing a Windows 7 netbook.
Windows 7 downloads
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Windows 7 Codec Pack 
Play 99.9 percent of files with a collection of codecs for Windows 7.
Added on April 26, 20121924072
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Windows 7 (Professional) Install the next Windows OS after Microsoft Vista.
Added on October 22, 2009Editors' rating
4h stars2218505
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Windows 7 USB/DVD Download Tool Create a copy of your Windows 7 ISO file on removable media.
Added on October 23, 20091569383
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15522
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Windows 7 (Ultimate) Upgrade to the most powerful edition of the latest version of Windows.
Added on October 22, 2009Editors' rating
4h stars270860
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4786
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