Microsoft unleashes new Windows 7
submitted by markodonoghue on 21 October 2009
Computers are about to get a major makeover with the new Windows 7 operating system.
Microsoft is hoping Windows 7 will become more of a hit than Vista was when it was released 3 years ago. A lot of features take into account multimedia applications and the fact that users are starting to store data on the internet, a sort of 'Cloud Computing'.
Some computer stores in the UK are opening their doors at midnight so very keen PC user can get their long awaited hands on the software. PC World's flagship store on London's Tottenham Court Road is opening at midnight on 21 October to sell the Windows 7 software.
Microsoft has also gone to lengths to carry out launch parties, for those willing to get their friends together to mark the release.
Staff will be around during the late night release to offer support to anyone about installing the software.
Despite the Windows 7 hype, it's unlikely that the events will be as popular as the earlier Windows operating system launch days. In the past Microsoft has called on the Rolling Stones and comedian Jerry Seinfeld to help launch its new operating system.
Windows 7 was formerly codenamed Blackcomb and Vienna, and will be released in six different editions. A Home Premium edition of the software will cost £79.99 until 1 January 2010, and will then go up to £99.99.
Although Windows 7 is set to be a bigger hitter, some experts cautioned against rushing out and buying it. John Bogue, from Which? Computing, said: "Software bugs are par the course for newly released programs, and operating systems are no exception. Unless you like downloading patches and updates, we recommend waiting a year."
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Mark O'Donoghue
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