Comparing Windows: XP vs. Vista vs. 7

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CNET.com
May 12, 2009 2:20 PM PDT
Contrasting Windows: New feature comparison

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This chart provides a run-down of some of the major features introduced in each Windows iteration, as well as a quick look at the minimum hardware requirements for XP, Vista, and 7. Keep in mind that Windows 7 is still in its testing phase, although it's not expected that other major features will debut before it's released during the coming holiday season.

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As others have noted, Windows 7 does one thing similar to Windows XP: It doesn't require a major hardware upgrade. In fact, it can run on less powerful machines than Vista. By making 7 as accessible as possible for existing computers, Microsoft looks to be angling to regain lost market share and confidence by giving users a operating system they don't have to struggle with. Until Windows 7 makes its public debut, though, this is little more than informed speculation

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microsoft.com
Windows Client Feature Comparison: Windows XP SP3 | Wndows Vista SP1 | Windows 7

Brief Description
This chart compares features of interest to IT professionals across three versions of the Windows client operating system: Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista SP1, and Windows 7.


Quick Details
File Name: Windows Client Feature Comparison.pdf
Version: 1.0
Date Published: 5/18/2009
Language: English
Download Size: 124 KB


Overview
This chart compares features of interest to IT professionals across three versions of the Windows client operating system: Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista SP1, and Windows 7
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