Windows

Microsoft Releasing its latest operating system October 22, 09

It’s been 7 months since I’ve been using Microsoft’s latest operating system, Windows 7,  and it works as Windows Vista should have in the first place. It’s a bit more snappier and stable than Windows Vista, but the best feature is the new task bar which almost doubles your productivity instantly.

Now, after 7 months of Beta programs, Microsoft will be releasing the OS on Thursday, October 22, 2009. Now the question is:

Who’ll Upgrade?

1. Netbook Users – Windows 7 runs decently on low end hardware and is much more secure and stable than XP, so it is a sure choice for Netbook users.

2. Enthusiasts – People who couldn’t wait for the Retail version of OS and risked their data to a Beta version of an operating system (hey..that’s me) will definitely upgrade to the new OS.

Who’ll Not Upgrade?

1. Enterprises – Enterprise users will not upgrade to Windows 7 anytime soon, as it takes time testing the drivers and checking for application compatiblity and stability. So, They’ll probably wait it out until Microsoft releases service pack 1 for windows 7.

2. Typical computer users with relatively new hardware which is capable of running Windows Vista, don’t need to upgrade to Windows 7, as the feature improvement from Vista to 7 is evolutionary, not revolutionary. It won’t drastically change the way stuff works currently in Windows Vista.

Who Doesn’t Need to Upgrade?

Many hardware vendors are offering their customers,who have purchased their laptop/pc around 2 months from the release date of Windows 7, a free upgrade from Vista to Windows 7. So check your bill date and confirm from your vendor before shelling out for an upgrade.

But Really..Should you Upgrade?

Yes and No. Yes, you should upgrade your OS from XP/Vista to Windows 7. No, you shouldn’t go for an upgrade, but a fresh install of Windows 7 and save yourself from dealing with all the crap that XP/Vista leave behind.