What's new with Windows 7
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SIMPLIFIES EVERYDAY TASKS ( |
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WINDOWS TASK BAR Multitask more easily. |
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WINDOWS LIVE ESSENTIALS Chat and share with free photo, e-mail, and IM programs. |
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INTERNET EXPLORER 8 Browse the web easily and more safely. |
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WINDOWS SEARCH Find files and programs instantly. |
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JUMP LISTS Open programs and files you use most in a click or two. |
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VIEW AVAILABLE Connect to any available wireless network in just three clicks. |
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PEEK, SHAKE, SNAP Navigate lots of open windows more quickly. |
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HOMEGROUP Easily share files, photos, and music on your home network. |
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HOMEGROUP Print to a single printer from any PC in the house. |
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DEVICE STAGE Manage printers, cameras, and other devices better. |
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WINDOWS LIBRARIES Organize lots of files, documents, and photos effortlessly. |
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WORKS THE WAY YOU WANT |
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DESKTOP Personalize your desktop with themes and photos. |
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DOMAIN JOIN Connect to company networks more securely. |
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64-BIT SUPPORT Fully compatible with 64-bit PCs. |
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WINDOWS XP MODE Run Windows XP productivity programs. |
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WINDOWS DEFENDER Built-in defense against spyware and other malware. |
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BITLOCKER Help keep your data private and secure. |
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PARENTAL CONTROLS Manage and monitor your children's PC use. |
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PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENTS Designed for faster sleep and resume. |
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POWER MANAGEMENT Improved power management for longer battery life. |
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WINDOWS MEDIA CENTER Watch and record TV on your PC. |
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WINDOWS LIVE MOVIE MAKER Create and share movies and slideshows in minutes. |
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DIRECTX 11 Get the most realistic game graphics and vivid multimedia. |
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PLAY TO Stream music, photos, and videos around your house. |
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REMOTE MEDIA STREAMING Connect to your home PC media library while you're away. |
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WINDOWS TOUCH Touch and tap instead of point and click. |
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