Windows Vista was one of the least successful versions of Microsoft

Known for being sluggish Incompatibility with third-party

software and hardware Heavy hardware requirements Constant, annoying security warnings

Unfortunately, due to the many problems with Vista, many users stuck with the familiar, but aged, Windows XP

XP works well for many people, but it is weak in areas such as security and networking

XP is 8 years old, the technological equivalent of a 20-year-old car

Mac OS has always been argued as better

May still have slight edge because of its easier and cheaper upgrade path, built-in software programs, and less vulnerability to viruses

Now it is more of a toss-up Now Apple will have to scramble,

because Vista’s replacement is a reliable, elegant version of Windows….WINDOWS 7!

Taskbar• Taller• “Pin” icons of frequent use• Your personal arrangement

Aero Peek• Hovering allows you to

Preview program icon Close windows View empty desktop

Jump List• On task bar• Menu of frequent

actions and files

Introducing…..WINDOWS 7

Libraries• Consolidates

regardless of folder Documents Pictures Music Videos

Home Groups• Easy file sharing

Networking• Easy viewing of

available networks

Snap• Expand to full

screen Drag to top of

screen• Shrink to half-

screen Drag to left or right

of screen Shake

• Hide windows you’re not working on

And the perks keep coming…

Touch screen• Levono

Compatibility• Mozilla• Adobe Reader• iTunes• Safari

Other Improvements› Faster start up

and restart times› Option to reduce

security warnings

Conveniently, Vista users will be able to upgrade to Windows 7 without losing anything

XP users are not as lucky…they will have to wipe out their hard drives after backing up their files elsewhere, install Windows 7, restore their personal files, and then re-install all their programs

4 Editions of Windows 7 (of interest to consumers› Starter: limited version that comes pre-

loaded on net books› Business: for people who need to tap

remotely into company networks› Ultimate: mainly for techies who want

every feature of all other editions› Home Premium: edition the average

consumers will want and costs $120 for upgrades

Windows 7 is a good product that could help you improve your organization and efficiency in the workplace

If you are a computer knowledgeable person with some business skills, this could be a good opportunity to open a support shop solely focused on helping people make the switch to Windows 7