Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Windows 7 Editions

Starter Edition: Windows 7 Starter is targeted specifically for small PC consumers. It is only available for the 32-bit platform. Following are the features of Windows 7 Starter edition:
Improved Windows Taskbar and Jump Lists
Windows Search
Ability to join a Home Group
Action Center, Device Stage, and Windows Fax and Scan
Enhanced media streaming, including Play To
Broad applications and device compatibility, with up to three concurrent programs
Secured, reliable, and supported operating system
Home Basic Edition: Windows 7 Home Basic is targeted for consumers using computers to access internet and basic applications. Following are the features of Windows 7 Home basic edition:
All the features of Starter edition
No limit on the number of programs you can run
Live Thumbnail previews and enhanced visual experiences
Advanced networking support (ad hoc wireless networks and internet connection
sharing)
Windows 7 Home Premium: It provides full functionality on the latest hardware, easy ways to connect, and a visually rich environment. This edition includes all features available in Windows 7 Home Basic and additional features are as follows:
Windows Aero
Advanced Windows navigation
Aero background
Windows Touch (Multi-touch and handwriting support)
Ability to create a Home Group, which eases sharing across all PCs and devices
DVD Video playback and authoring
Windows Media Center
Snipping Tool
Sticky Notes
Windows Journal
Windows Sideshow
Windows 7 Professional: This edition is mainly focused on business class user's like- small and lower midmarket, companies and users who have networking, backup, and security needs and multiple PCs or servers. It includes all features available in Windows 7 Home Premium and additional features are as follows:
Core business features like- Domain Join and Group Policy
Data protection with advanced network backup and Encrypted File System
Location Aware Printing helps to print a document by selecting a printer which might be at home or at work place
Remote Desktop host and Offline folders
Windows 7 Enterprise: This edition provides advanced data protection and information access for businesses that use IT as a strategy asset. This edition includes all features available in Windows 7 Professional and additional features are as follows:
BitLocker for data protection (internal and external drives)
AppLocker to prevent unauthorized software installation and execution
DirectAccess helps to quickly access the files across the network
Worldwide interface languages
Enterprise Search Scopes

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