Although the look of Windows 7 may seem to be nothing more than some polish applied liberally to the Vista Aero theme, make no mistake: this is a full replacement operating system, and more than just "Vista done right." From driver support to multitouch groundwork for the future, from better battery management to the most user-friendly interface Microsoft has ever had, Windows 7 is hardly half-baked. Read CNET's full review
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Apple chortles as the PC market melts down in U.K., France February 7, 2012 3:31 PM PST
While the PC market skids in the U.K. and France, Apple coasts to market share gains--possibly presaging a similar trend in the U.S. Read more
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Windows XP still hanging on as dominant OS February 1, 2012 5:28 AM PST
It's gradually been losing ground, but Microsoft's 10-year-old operating system is still the most popular version of Windows with a 47 percent share of the market. Read more
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Kinect built into Asus laptops, why you should care January 30, 2012 12:46 PM PST
motion and voice sensing technology could change the way we interact with our portable computers Read more
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How to start Windows 7 faster January 23, 2012 10:42 AM PST
If Windows 7 takes more than a minute to start, it may have too many programs that open automatically with the operating system. Longer delays are an indication of a more serious conflict with a piece of hardware, a network, or other software. Read more
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Microsoft "avoid ghetto" patent sparks controversy January 9, 2012 11:18 AM PST
New patent aims to point you away from dangerous neighborhoods Read more
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Three application launcher alternatives for Windows January 6, 2012 4:22 PM PST
A little change to your computer's interface can make it seem like a completely different machine. If you're getting tired of the standard Windows experience, why not try installing an application launcher? Read more
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How to copy files to Dropbox faster in Windows 7 January 4, 2012 2:05 PM PST
Copying files to your Dropbox folder in Windows can be a drag. We'll show you how to copy them faster in Windows 7. Read more
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How to see the same view in all Windows 7 folders January 3, 2012 9:04 AM PST
Whether you prefer details, lists, thumbnails, or icons, making sure Windows Explorer always displays your files and folders in the view of your choice is more difficult than it should be. Freeware alternatives to Explorer may be just the ticket. Read more
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XP still top OS, but Windows 7 hot on its trail January 3, 2012 6:27 AM PST
With a 46 percent market share, Windows XP still dominates the OS landscape, but Windows 7 keeps inching up, according to new data from NetApplications. Read more
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The low-cost, low-power family of laptop computers known as Netbooks have become a tempting choice, offering access to basic PC tasks for a fraction of the price of traditional laptop or desktop. Read more
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Windows 7 Codec Pack 
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Windows 7 (Professional) Install the next Windows OS after Microsoft Vista.
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Windows 7 USB/DVD Download Tool Create a copy of your Windows 7 ISO file on removable media.
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Windows 7 (Ultimate) Upgrade to the most powerful edition of the latest version of Windows.
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