Windows 7 Available Starting Today
Windows 7 is finally available to the public beginning today. While there have been several ways for anyone to get their hands on a beta or RC version, the final product is now available at your favorite retailer.
My Microsoft TechNet subscription (a service for IT professionals) has provided me access to the full version of Windows 7 for a while now so I've had time to fall in love with it and prepare a number of helpful guides for those of you just starting with it this week.
Here's some helpful stuff that should make getting going with Windows 7 a bit easier:
How to Perform a Windows 7 Clean Install
There are several ways to install Windows 7 but since you'll be replacing your existing operating system, a clean install is your best bet in my opinion.
Download the Latest Windows 7 Drivers
Sometimes Windows 7 won't find a piece of your hardware. No problem - most hardware manufacturers now have Windows 7 drivers available. This updated list will get you the files you need fast.
More on Windows 7:
- Best Windows 7 Gadgets for System Monitoring
- Create a Windows 7 Password Reset Disk
- Create a Windows 7 System Repair Disc
- How to Update Drivers in Windows 7
- How to Auto Logon to Windows 7
- Complete List of Windows 7 Command Prompt Commands
If you've just installed Windows 7, what are your first thoughts? Do you like what you see?
Windows 7 Available Starting Today originally appeared on About.com Focus on PC Support on Thursday, October 22nd, 2009 at 14:12:02.
