Neowin's top 5 Windows 7 Features
We've all been playing with Windows 7 for quite some time now, and now that general availability has passed we recently asked the community what their favorite feature of Windows 7 was. We've tallied the results, and just in case you haven't explored these features yet here's an in depth... Read on »
Windows 7 surpasses Snow Leopard in under two weeks
In only two weeks since the official commercial launch of Microsoft's latest operating system, Windows 7 has managed to surpass Apple's Snow Leopard market share. Snow Leopard has been on the market for three months while Windows 7 has only been on the market for two weeks. Microsoft still stands... Read on »
How the default Windows 7 wallpaper evolved
Gizmodo tracked down Chuck Anderson, the creator of Windows 7's box art, default wallpaper and login screen. In an exclusive overview of the evolution of the Windows 7 wallpaper and login screen, the gadget lovers managed to secure some rare development shots of how Microsoft decided on the wallpaper that... Read on »
Windows 7 sales exceed Vista sales by 234%
Consumer Market Research firm NPD has confirmed that initial sales of Windows 7 have surpassed those of the Windows Vista launch. According... Read on »
Sophos: Windows 7 vulnerable to 8/10 viruses, FUD alert
FUD - Fear, uncertainty and doubt Yesterday, a senior security advisor at Sophos, who is responsible for working with the security community... Read on »
Windows 7 SP1 details begin to surface
With Windows 7 out the door we already know Microsoft immediately starts work on the servicing of Windows 7. Engineers are now hard at work at creating hot fixes for application compatibility and ironing out any bug reports they receive. The same process occurs for every version of Windows once... Read on »
Neowin give-away: Windows 7 Ultimate
Windows 7 launched last week and we held a little launch party with some other Windows bloggers. At that time we gave away a total of 12 copies to some lucky people in New York City. You can see a video of the lucky winners below. Not everyone lives in... Read on »
Experts warn of Windows 7's abilities to encrypt child porn
Windows 7 can allow potentially incriminating data (such as child pornography) to be encrypted on a user's hard drive and make detection by police "impossible", experts in Australia claim. Speaking to News.com.au, Hetty Johnson, a member of the Federal Government, called on Microsoft to act now and make immediate changes.... Read on »
Microsoft drops support for Family Guy Windows 7 special
As you may remember, Microsoft recently announced that a Windows 7 branded episode of Family Guy would be airing in the U.S. on November 8. In a surprise twist, Microsoft has now dropped support for the episode, meaning that it'll still be shown, but with a different sponsor. In a... Read on »
Windows 7 launch day round up
Yesterday Microsoft launched Windows 7 which is arguably the most anticipated OS launch of the last decade. To help keep you informed on all that occurred, we have compiled a list of everything you need to know including recent news and forums topics. Windows 7 Launch live stream Windows 7... Read on »
TechSpot: Windows 7 is Here - What You Need To Know
The much anticipated release of Windows 7 is finally upon us. This Thursday, October 22, Microsoft's latest operating system arrives on the scene looking to win over skeptics disappointed with the much-hyped but often criticized Windows Vista. Whereas its predecessor got off to a rough start with plentiful compatibility issues... Read on »
Windows 7 adverts take over New York City
After the Windows 7 launch Neowin took a look around Times Square and found two huge adverts for Windows 7. Similar to the Vista advertising, Microsoft has taken out huge Windows 7 adverts in New York that are both impressive and bold. ... Read on »
Bring a little Bing into your Windows 7
The team over at Bing wanted to show off their support for the launch of Windows 7, by putting together the top images on Bing in June, July and August into a Windows 7 theme pack. The 20 very stunning photos are available for free, directly from Microsoft's Personalization Gallery.... Read on »
Windows 7 launch NYC, Steve Ballmer round-up
Microsoft today unleashed their latest and arguably greatest operating system, Windows 7, to the world. Unless you've been living under a rock recently then you may have heard of Windows 7 and more than likely some of you will be reading this from a Windows 7 computer. Microsoft has put... Read on »
Windows 7 Launch live stream
Today sees the launch of Windows 7 in New York City. Steve Ballmer, Microsoft CEO will be donning the stage shortly to introduce Windows 7 to the world. There will be a live stream available (embedded below) and proceedings will begin at 11am NY time (see other time zones). Meanwhile... Read on »
Burger King Windows 7 Whopper
Windows 7 hits retailers around the world today but that hasn't stopped Burger King getting in on the marketing fun. We wish we were joking but an image speaks a thousands words: Thanks to Neowin member Shayla for the news tip... Read on »
News Archives
- Burger King Windows 7 Whopper · 55 comments Hot!
- Microsoft releases 4 new Windows 7 commercials · 82 comments Hot!
- Neowin Hands on: Sky Player in Windows 7 Media Center · 30 comments Hot!
- Windows 7 more popular than Harry Potter in the UK · 47 comments Hot!
- Windows 7 copies shipping early for some · 57 comments Hot!
- TechSpot: Windows 7 Dual Boot Guide, Remove Partition How to · 29 comments Hot!
- Microsoft giving out 777 copies of Windows 7 · 57 comments Hot!
- Man wins right to sell Windows 7 party pack on eBay · 201 comments Hot!
- Windows 7 launch meet up and give-away, New York Oct 22 · 39 comments Hot!
- Windows 7 powered Family Guy special to air November 8 · 84 comments Hot!
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