Category Archives: Windows 7

Windows Thin PC CTP now available on Connect

Microsoft has today released Windows Thin PC CTP on Connect.The build string of this version if 6.1.7601.17514.win7sp1_rtm_embedded_pos.110225-1900 which states that this build was compiled on Feb 25th.Windows Thin PC (WinTPC) is a locked down version of Windows 7 that allows customers to repurpose existing PCs as thin clients without requiring the VDA license to access VDI desktops. WinTPC replaces WinFLP.  In addition, WinTPC will offer:

  • Rich VDI experience through support for RemoteFX
  • Improved end point security by denying certain disk writes via filters
  • Enterprise-grade management support through System Center

Windows thin PC

Read more at MS News Flash

Download Windows 7 Surfing Theme

Microsoft has released a really cool surfing theme. This theme contains 10 dazzling high resolution wallpapers and in addition to these beautiful wallpapers, the theme also has new sound scheme relating to the waves and seabirds chirping.

Surf’s up! Catch a wave with this free Windows 7 theme that features the sounds of the seashore.

surfing theme

You can download the theme from here

Download Windows 8 based theme for Windows 7

As more information about Windows 8 is being leaked, guys have started creating concept wallpapers, themes for the next version of Windows. Even our friends at Windows Valley have created a wonderful Windows 8 based theme for Windows 7. The theme has 4 wallpapers displaying the leaked Windows logo with Microsoft tag line “Be what’s next.”

Windows 8 theme

You can download the theme from here

Ireland Windows 7 theme available for download

Microsoft has released Ireland Windows 7 theme which contains new wallpapers and music in time of St. Patrick’s Day.

Green landscapes, gorgeous seaside cliffs, and mysterious rock formations—it must be Ireland. Download images of the Emerald Isle, as well as Celtic sounds, in this free Windows 7 theme.

Windows Ireland theme

You can download the Ireland Windows 7 theme from here

Here are the wallpapers present in this theme-

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Windows 7 Home Premium upgrade family pack available for just $99.99

If you haven’t upgraded your PC’s to Windows 7 till yet, then this is the time to do so. A single Windows 7 home premium upgrade license costs $119.99 and if you have more than one PC to upgrade then it’s going to be too expensive.For the same reason Microsoft introduced Windows 7 Home Premium upgrade family pack for $149.99 in which you can upgrade three of your PC’s. Adding to the delight Buy.com and Amazon.com are selling Windows 7 Home Premium upgrade family pack at a discount of $50 so it amounts to just $99.99 ( $33.33 per PC). Isn’t that cheap.

Windows home premium

Windows Vista Home Basic and premium users can easily upgrade to Windows 7 Home Premium while other users require a more detailed re-installation process.

Such type of deals disappear quickly so if you want to upgrade your PC to Windows 7, you should act fast.

Here are the links from where you can purchase Windows 7 Home Premium Family upgrade pack-

Amazon.com

Buy.com

Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 available for download publically

We have earlier reported that Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 has been RTMed and was available for download for MSDN and TechNet users, today Microsoft has released Service Pack 1 for all and can be download from Microsoft’s Download site or via Windows Update.

This service pack contains 2 major new features which wont affect the general users. Two new features in the service pack are RemoteFX and Dynamic Memory. RemoteFX, a key feature of Remote Desktop Services lets IT administrators deliver a rich graphics experience to end-users through virtualized desktops. Dynamic Memory allows customers to achieve increased density when they’re consolidating physical servers into a virtual realm, providing them with predictable performance and linear scalability.

Service pack 1

If you have previously installed Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 1 RC then you have to uninstall it before installing the final version.

You can download Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 from here

Direct Download Link

Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 available on MSDN and TechNet

As reported by us earlier, Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 is now available for download on MSDN and TechNet. If you have the TechNet or MSDN subscriptions you can download from the sites where both the 32 bit and 64 bit versions are available otherwise you have to wait till 22nd when the Service Pack 1 would be released to public.

Windows 7SP1

I was looking for the Standalone Service Pack but it isn’t available, probably Microsoft would released them on 22nd Feb.

Windows 7 SP1 RTMed, general availability on Feb 22

Microsoft had not announced officially though according to the Russian site Wzor Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 has already been released to manufacturing.Further adding to it the SP1 would be available to MSDN and TechNet subscribers on February 16, and will be Released for public on February 22.

The Service Pack 1 contains just 2 major fixes which wont affect the normal users.

The RTM build as predicted is 7601.17514.101119-1850 which was compiled on January 19 which has already leaked and is available on various torrent and file sharing websites.

U.S Air force starts upgrading to Windows 7

The press release by the U.S Air Force on October 29 states that they have started upgrading the 60,000 desktops and laptops to Windows 7 and would complete the whole task by December 2011.Here is what the press release reads-

In a continuing effort to meet emerging threats, Air Force officials initiated the service-wide upgrade of operating systems to Windows 7 Oct. 29.
"This upgrade keeps with life cycle management best practices for information technology systems," said Col. Mark Ware, 24th Air Force director of operations. "The Air Force’s upgrade from remaining Windows XP and those using Vista enhances the security of the Air Force information networks, reduces the manpower requirements for desktop administration, and lowers overall software licensing costs."
Programmers with 24th Air Force and its operational arm, the 624th Operations Center, have been testing and evaluating the upgrade on a small sample of the Air Force network since mid-August, providing assessments back to Air Force leaders regarding the readiness of the service to accept the upgrade. The Air Force-wide implementation which started Oct. 29 will continue to standing systems, with the goal of completing the upgrade across the service by December 2011.
"We ensure systematic, monitored procedures are used to conduct all cyberspace upgrades," said Col. Victor Diaz, the 624th OC commander. "We want to ensure that the process is as operationally non-interruptive as possible, and we provide support to each base as they conduct the upgrade on their systems."
For those average users currently using Vista, which is a majority of the Air Force population Colonel Diaz said, the upgrade will be nearly transparent. The biggest changes will be seen by those changing from Windows XP.

Windows 7 Student Discounts to be available in 11 Additional Countries

The guys at Microsoft have announced that Windows 7 student discount would be available in 11 more countries.The countries where the student discount is available are- Spain, Italy, Ireland, Portugal, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Belgium, New Zealand and Taiwan.

The Windows 7 Student Offer gives college and university students the opportunity to purchase an upgrade edition of Windows 7 Professional for a significant discount. Students can choose to download either 32-bit or 64-bit Windows 7, but make sure you check which version is supported on your PC before downloading.

If you’re ready to buy, the links below will take you to your country-specific site to buy. But don’t wait – this offer is only available for a limited time (varies by country).

Spain (available Nov. 2)

Italy (available now)

Ireland (available Nov. 11)

Portugal (available Nov. 2)

Sweden (available Nov. 4)

Norway (available Nov. 11)

Finland (available Nov. 11)

Denmark (available Nov. 4)

Belgium – Flemish & French (available now)

New Zealand (available now)

Taiwan (available now)