The Plans For Windows 7 SKU: Editions Features
Microsoft will provide Windows 7 product in different editions therefore consumers and businesses will have to choose from a wide range of options according to their specific needs. The Windows 7 SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) strategy will allow users to maintain the features and functionality of a previous edition when an upgrade is performed (Windows 7 editions are a superset of one another). In the same time the SKU strategy permits users to install Windows 7 on a wide range of hardware types, from notebooks to full desktop personal computers. (related article:Dual Boot Windows 7 And XP Easily: Windows 7 Installation Directly From XP Without A LiveDVD)
In an official press release, there are underlined two primary editions: Windows 7 Home Premium, and Windows 7 Professional.
Windows 7 Home Premium editions is designed for consumers and offers a rich GUI (Graphical User Interface) and the necessary tools for an optimal multimedia experience and PC hardware management.
Windows 7 Professional is addressed to businesses when the ensuring of an environment with enhanced security and productivity is critical. The enterprise customers will have the option to choose Windows 7 Enterprise edition which offers an advanced protection of data, lower cost compliance and more tools to streamline PC management. Windows 7 Enterprise edition will not be provided at retail or by OEMs.
Another edition, Windows 7 Home Basic will be delivered to emerging markets having customers with unique needs. Windows Starter edition will be only pre-installed by an OEM on a computer with a certain type of hardware.
Main Features of Windows 7 Editions (more details):
Windows 7 Starter
- Broad application and device compatibility with up to three concurrent applications.
- Safe, reliable, and supported .
- Home Group makes it easy to share media, documents and printers across multiple PCs in offices without a domain.
- Improved taskbar and JumpLists .
Windows 7 Home Basic
- Live thumbnail previews and enhanced visual experience.
- Advanced networking support (ad-hoc wireless networks and internet connection sharing).
- Mobility Center is included.
Windows 7 Home Premium
- Aero Glass and advanced windows navigation.
- Easy networking and sharing across all your PCs and devices.
- Improved media format support , enhancements to Windows Media Center and media streaming, including Play To.
- Multi-touch and improved handwriting recognition.
Windows 7 Professional
- Domain Join enables simple and secure server networking.
- Encrypting File System protects data with advanced network backup.
- Location Aware Printing helps find the right printer when moving between the office and home.
Windows 7 Enterprise and Ultimate
- BitLocker protects data on removable devices.
- DirectAccess links users to corporate resources from the road without a virtual private network (VPN).
- BranchCache makes if faster to open files and Web pages from a branch office.
- AppLocker easily restricts unauthorized software and enables greater security.
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