1 1Welcome toWindows 7
Windows 7 EditionsDifferent people expect different things from their PCs, which is why we offer multiple editions of Windows 7. And because your need
As we become more connected and our IT infrastructures become more complex, the risks to systems and data continue to increase. Windows 7 builds on th
100 101Easier Deployment and Management of BitLocker In Windows 7, we enhanced core BitLocker functionality in many ways. One improvement is the abil
Protect Workers and InfrastructurePeople who run unauthorized software often experience a higher incidence of malware infections and generate more hel
102 103Builds on Windows Vista Security FoundationWindows 7 builds on the proven security lineage of Windows Vista, retaining the multip
Improved Smart Card Support Although password-based authentication has well-understood security limitations, deploying strong authentication
104 105Windows 7 for IT Pros: Manage Risk Through Enhanced Security and ControlBuilds on Windows Vista Security Foundation
The PC life cycle has a direct impact on costs, service levels, user productivity, and the ability to deliver business value. Organization
106 107Deployment Image Servicing and Management The Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tool in Windows 7 provides a central place for
User State Migration Tool The User State Migration Tool (USMT) is a command-line tool you can use to migrate user proles, les, and system and applic
108 109Flexible Deployment of Internet Explorer 8With Internet Explorer 8, organizations will get the exibility they need to deploy Internet Explore
10 11Windows 7 EditionsWindows 7 StarterWindows 7 Starter makes small notebook PCs and other PCs with limited hardware easier to use because it puts
Keep PCs Running SmoothlyOne of the best ways to minimize desktop support costs is to maintain a stable, secure desktop conguration,
110 111• PowerShell Remoting. Windows PowerShell uses the standard management protocol WS Management (WS-MAN) to invoke cmdlets on client PCs. It su
Group Policy PreferencesGroup Policy Preferences extend the reach of what Group Policy can manage and how settings are applied. With Gr
112 113Troubleshooting and SupportWindows 7 provides richer built-in troubleshooting capabilities so consumers can resolve more technical issues on t
Windows Troubleshooting PlatformWindows 7 delivers a comprehensive, extensible troubleshooting platform that uses a mechanism based on Windows PowerSh
114 115Better Support for Client VirtualizationWith VDI, you can run user desktops running in virtual machines on centralized servers. VDI provides a
In addition to providing new enterprise benets in each release of Windows, Microsoft regularly delivers new enterprise technologies t
116 117Microsoft Application VirtualizationApplication virtualization turns programs based on Windows into centrally managed virtual services that ca
Microsoft Asset Inventory ServiceTo remain compliant and optimize IT budgets, organizations must effectively manage their software-asset inve
118 119Microsoft Advanced Group Policy ManagementWith Microsoft Advanced Group Policy Management (AGPM), IT professionals can take control of user PC
Windows 7 Home PremiumThe best edition for consumers, Windows 7 Home Premium provides the best entertainment experience on your PC. You’ll nd easy wa
Microsoft Diagnostics and Recovery Toolset The Diagnostics and Recovery Toolset aids IT professionals in quickly diagnosing critical infrastructur
120 121Microsoft Enterprise Desktop VirtualizationMicrosoft Enterprise Desktop Virtualization (MED-V), enables deployment and management of Microsoft
Windows 7 Hardware and Software Logo ProgramWith millions of choices in PCs, software, and devices, it can sometimes be time-consuming to nd high qua
122 123Windows 7 Logo for PCsPCs with the Windows 7 Logo are tested to run and ship with Windows 7. If you see this logo, you’ll know that the PC mee
Recommended System RequirementsMicrosoft recommends the following minimum system requirements to make sure you get all the benets of Windows 7.Window
124 125Recommended System Requirements• Music and sound require audio output • Windows XP Mode requires the following:• Additional 1 GB of RAM• A
How to Find More InformationAlthough this guide provides a summary of the new and improved features in Windows 7, we realize that some of you might wa
126 127Resources for IT Pros The Springboard Series on TechNet is the resource for Windows desktop IT professionals, offering dynamic co
Key Features Starter Home Premium Professional Enterprise/UltimateWindows Taskbar and Jump Lists 3 3 3 3Windows Search 3 3 3 3Join a homegroup 3 3
Appendix Key Features Starter Home Premium Professional Enterprise/UltimateSwitch between users without having to log on and off 3 3 3Connect to ot
12 13Windows 7 Enterprise / Windows 7 UltimateWindows 7 Enterprise and Windows 7 Ultimate are the most versatile and powerful editions and are design
^These features are not available in box for “N” or “KN” edition versions. * Windows Mobility Center is visible only on small notebook PCs. ** Windows
130 131AppendixThe following table compares features of Windows 7 with those in Windows Vista with SP1 and Windows XP with SP3.Appendix B Feature Co
Benet FeatureWindows XP SP3Windows Vista SP1Windows 7 Speed, Reliability, and ResponsivenesWake on Wireless LAN no no yesSmart Network Power no no ye
132 133AppendixBenet FeatureWindows XP SP3Windows Vista SP1Windows 7 Access Information from AnywhereRemoteApp and Desktop Connections yes yes impro
Appendix C New Keyboard ShortcutsWindows Taskbar + TBrings focus to the rst item in the taskbar. Press again to cycle through each item. + 1–9If a
134 135Appendix Upgrade CustomUpgradeUpgrade CustomCustom UpgradeCustom CustomWindows XP/Windows Vista® Starter/32-bit to 64-bitCustomCustom Installa
Index64-Bit 9, 16, 54, 80, 122, 123, 12464-bit Gaming 80Accelerators 9, 39, 112Access Information from Anywhere 95, 132Accessibility 87, 126, 133
136 137IndexLibraries 21, 35, 36, 37, 72, 74, 77,131Location Aware Printing 12, 81, 129, 132Magnier 87, 133Manage Devices 41, 131MDOP 91, 100,
Windows 7 Logo Program 122Windows 7 Professional 10, 12Windows 7 Starter 10, 11, 14, 123Windows 7 Ultimate 10, 13, 96, 130Windows 7 Upgrade Adviso
138 139DISCLAIMERThe information contained in this document represents the current view of Microsoft Corp. on the issues discussed as of the date of
Windows Anytime UpgradeSometimes you want to be able to do more with your PC. That’s why we’ve made it easier for you to move from one edition of Wind
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14 15 Key Features Starter Home Premium Professional Enterprise/UltimateWindows Taskbar and Jump Lists 3 3 3 3Internet Explorer 83 3 3 3Join a homegr
Getting Started with Windows 7Whether you’re buying a new PC or upgrading your current PC to Windows 7, you probably want to get through the s
16 17Getting Started with Windows 7Migrating from Windows XPWindows 7 is best experienced on a new PC with the latest hardware, but if your computer
Windows Compatibility CenterYou may want to know if your devices and software will work with your computer, and that you have all the latest updates s
18 19Getting Started with Windows 7Windows Easy TransferWindows Easy Transfer helps you move les, folders, program settings, and system settings fro
What’s New in Windows 7Top Features for YouWe’ve designed Windows 7 to be the easiest, fastest, and most engaging version of Windows yet. We focused o
20 21What’s New in Windows 7Key Feature What You Can DoInternet and Digital TV Watch Internet TV content and turn your PC into a digital video recor
Top Features for IT ProfessionalsFrom networking to security and search to user management, Windows 7 offers IT professionals a wide range of new and
22 23Application and Device CompatibilityWe recognize that your PC experience involves programs and devices from many different providers, so we’ve m
25 25Windows 7 for YouWindows 7 is more than just engineering and innovation—it’s the product that you asked for. You’ve told us you want every
Windows 7 for You
Simplies Everyday TasksWindows 7 streamlines and simplies the tasks you do most often. Its enhanced Start menu and Windows Taskbar put the les and
Windows 7 for You: Simplies Everyday TasksIn Windows 7, we set out to streamline and simplify the things you do every day—and you’ll nd you can get
28 29Windows 7 for You: Simplies Everyday TasksSimple to NavigateWindows TaskbarThe taskbar is one of the most familiar aspects of Windows. When you
3 3Your PC, simplied.You told us what you wanted. We listened. This Windows® 7 Product Guide highlights the new and improved features that wil
When you have a large number of windows open for a program, the open windows for that program are displayed as a list. We’ve enhanced th
30 31Windows 7 for You: Simplies Everyday TasksSimple to NavigateJump Lists provide quick access to common tasks.Jump ListsDo you keep a lot of doc
Desktop EnhancementsOne of the many benets of Windows is the ability to work with large numbers of documents and programs at the sam
32 33Snap allows for easy resizing of windows.Want to get all but one window out of the way? Try Aero Shake. Grab the top of that window and shake it
Windows ExplorerAs you use your PC more and more, you may nd the number of les you have to manage getting larger. Windows Explorer in Windows 7 give
34 35LibrariesIf you store a large number of les in different le folders or on several PCs or devices, you might nd it hard to nd the exact le y
You can even arrange and view the les in your Libraries by some of its metadata. For example the “Month” and “Day” views in the Pict
36 37Improved Search RelevanceWhen searching for something, you probably want to nd it quickly without spending a lot of effort wading through extra
Easy to Browse the WebAs people spend more time online, their demands on the browser have increased. Since Microsoft delivered Internet
38 39Web SlicesE-mail, weather, sports scores, stock quotes, or auction item status—there are Web sites we visit multiple times during the
INTRODUCTION TO WINDOWS 7 6DESIGNING WINDOWS 7 8Market Trends that Inspired Windows 7 9WINDOWS 7 EDITIONS 10Windows 7 Starter 11Windows 7 Home Ba
Smart Address BarIf you use Internet Explorer 7, you know that the Address Bar presents matching Web addresses from your history as you type. However,
40 41Easy to Connect PCs and Manage DevicesMore than half of all U.S. households have more than one PC. If you live in one of those households, you m
After you’ve created your homegroup, accessing and sharing les among the various PCs—or other devices—in your home is like having all your da
42 43Windows Connect NowThe rst step in sharing information between PCs is to connect them to a network. Windows Connect Now is a feature of Windows
Devices and Printers provides a consolidated view of all your devices.The Add a Device wizard helps you easily add networked and wireless devices.The
44 45Device StageDo you have a lot of digital devices like phones, music players, or digital cameras? Device Stage helps you manage all of your devic
Improved Support for External DisplaysIf you have a laptop, you may want to connect it to an external display to watch a movie at home or give a prese
46 47Windows Live MailEasy to Communicate and ShareWith Windows 7 and Windows Live Essentials, your PC will help you stay connected to the people and
Windows Live MessengerWindows Live Messenger makes it effortless to connect to your favorite people or groups, chat via IM, video or voice, play games
48 49Windows Live Photo GalleryAfter you import photos to your PC running Windows 7, use Windows Live Photo Gallery to edit, organize, and publish th
INTRODUCTION TO WINDOWS 7 6DESIGNING WINDOWS 7 8Market Trends that Inspired Windows 7 9WINDOWS 7 EDITIONS 10Windows 7 Starter 11Windows 7 Home Ba
Windows 7 for You: Works the Way You WantMore than anything else, you’ve told us that you care about the basics. No one has the time to deal with PCs
50 51Start, Shutdown, and ResumeWindows 7 is ready when you are. It’s designed to start, hibernate, and shut down faster than Windows Vista. We also
Windows Experience IndexThe Windows Experience Index measures the capabilities of your PC’s hardware and software, and expresses this mea
52 53Windows 7 for You: Works the Way You WantSpeed, Reliability, and ResponsivenessPower-Saving DVD PlaybackWith Windows 7, your PC will use less po
64-Bit Computing SupportIf you’ve gone PC shopping lately, you’ve probably noticed more computers with 64-bit processors and wondered what advantages
54 55More SecureWhether your hard disk drive contains irreplaceable family photos or the nancial data critical to your business, the information on
Parental ControlsIf you’re a parent, Windows 7 Parental Controls can give you greater peace of mind and condence in your ability to manage what your
56 57Internet Explorer SecurityThe Web can be a dangerous place, with sites that attempt to download malicious code, trick you into divulging per
Cross-Site Scripting FilterYou could do everything right with respect to security—such as always installing the latest security updates—
58 59InPrivate FilteringYou probably know that the Web sites you visit can track your activity, but you may not be fully aware of the degree to which
Windows Filtering PlatformThe Windows Filtering Platform (WFP) architecture in Windows 7 helps software companies create rewalls, antivir
60 61Backup and restoreBackup and RestoreEven the most reliable PC can be subject to a hardware failure, and even the most careful person can delete
Compatible With YouA cluttered Windows desktop is like a cluttered desk—it can make it harder to focus on the task at hand. When you start using Wind
62 63Desktop samplesPlace gadgets where you want them.Ever wanted to turn your desktop background into a photo slideshow? Then you’ll love Aero Backg
Windows XP ModeDo you want all the benets of the latest PCs but still need to run older business and productivity programs? Windows 7 will run many W
64 65 Loading an application from a USB device in Windows XP Mode. Access Your Windows 7-based PC’s Network ConnectionsYou can still access the Inter
Better Troubleshooting and Problem SolvingWe created Windows 7 to help give you a trouble-free computing experience. But if problems do arise, Windows
66 67Windows TroubleshootingWindows TroubleshootingWouldn’t it be nice if your PC could recognize and solve many common problems, so that you could s
Built-in Troubleshooters in Windows 7Troubleshooter DescriptionAero Troubleshoot problems that prevent you from experiencing Aero animations and effec
68 69Startup RepairStartup problems can be difcult to troubleshoot, because if you can’t start the operating system you can’t use the built-in t
7 7PCs are an integral part of the daily lives of billions of people around the world. They are used for more functions than anyone could have imagin
Windows 7 for You: Makes New Things PossibleAs new technologies emerge, we’re busy translating them into exciting new experiences that are sophistica
70 71Windows 7 for You: Makes New Things PossibleMedia the Way You Want ItWindows Media CenterWith a streamlined user interface and support for new co
Sharing TV around the HomeIf you have multiple PCs running Windows Media Center in your homegroup, you can access recorded TV Libraries—in addition to
72 73Windows Media PlayerWindows Media Player in Windows 7 plays more media and delivers a richer media experience than earlier versions. Whether you
Improved Content FilteringIn Windows 7, content that cannot be played, such as Apple’s Lossless .M4A or H.263 MPEG-4 content, will no longer appear in
74 75Media StreamingAs you acquire more PCs and devices, you’ll have more physical places to store your music, photos, and video. But what if all you
For example, say you’re sitting on your couch, using your laptop to read e-mail or surf the Web, and you’d like to listen to some music, but your lapt
76 77Remote Media StreamingIf you’re like most people, your home PC is the central place where you store and enjoy your photo, music, and video colle
Outstanding SoundWhether you’re playing music, watching a video, or listening to voicemail through your PC, you want a high-quality sound experience.
78 79Games ExplorerGames Explorer is the center for gaming on Windows 7. Just type games in the Windows Search box, and you’ll see all your games org
Designing Windows 7More than a billion people use Microsoft® Windows every day. You use it in signicant ways, like earning a living. You use it in pe
A notication appears any time an update is available.64-bit GamingIf you’re a gamer, you know how graphics, sound, and interaction capabilities are
80 81Work AnywhereWe live in a mobile world, taking our laptops and devices with us as we move between home, work, and other places. With Windows 7,
DirectAccessWith Windows 7, working from locations other than your ofce becomes even simpler. With DirectAc-cess, you can more securely connect to yo
82 83XPS DocumentsXML Paper Specication (XPS) documents are xed-format documents that you can share and archive in a high-quality, efcient format.
New Ways to EngageAs new technologies emerge, Microsoft is working to translate them into exciting new experiences. Windows 7 builds on t
84 85Windows 7 is touch-friendly throughout. For instance, the Start menu, Windows Taskbar, and Windows Explorer all have bigger icons that are ea
Tablet PC EnhancementsWindows 7 improves the Tablet PC with greater accuracy and speed for handwriting recognition, support for handwritten math expre
86 87AccessibilityWindows 7 enhances the accessibility options that are so important to people with special needs. From more personali
89 89Windows 7 for IT ProsAs people become increasingly computer-savvy, they expect more from the technology they use at work. They expect to be
8 9Designing Windows 7Market Trends that Inspired Windows 7As we planned Windows 7, we took a hard look at how the world of technology is changing an
Windows 7 for IT Pros
Make People Productive AnywhereWindows 7 helps your people be productive no matter where they are or where the data they need resides
With Windows 7, you can respond to the need to make your workers productive on a range of applications, locations, and devices. They
92 93Search and Federated Search In Windows 7, search is better integrated with enterprise infrastructures to help people more easily nd the informa
Enterprise Search Scopes Making it easy to discover and search intranet sites can help organizations maximize their return on these investments. With
94 95Access Information from AnywhereWhether traveling for business, taking work home at night, or simply bringing a portable computer to a meeting
By default, Windows 7 does not deploy DirectAccess automatically. If you choose to enable DirectAccess, you will need to deploy Windows 7 Enterprise E
96 97Folder Redirection and Ofine FilesUsing Folder Redirection and Ofine Files is a convenient way for people not connected to the corporate netwo
BranchCacheFor branch ofces, network bandwidth limitations and latency in application response times can nega-tively affect productivity. We introduc
98 99BranchCache supports the same network protocols that are commonly used in enterprises—HTTP(S) and SMB—so that any applications based on t
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