Tag: Windows 7
How to Install and Configure XP Mode in Windows 7
We have already covered in detail the configuration and set ups needed to enable the XP mode in Windows 7. Now we will discuss in detail how to download, install and configure the XP mode on Windows 7. First step in the installation process is to download Windows XP Mode Beta and also the Windows [...]
Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor Checks if PC can Run Windows 7
Most of the people installing Windows 7 are upgrading from Windows XP. There might be some compatibility issues when upgrading from Windows XP. If you are upgrading from Windows Vista, then your PC is compatible. Microsoft is offering a tool that can be used to determine if a PC is able to run Windows 7– [...]
Windows 7 Transformation Pack for Windows XP
Now that Windows 7 RC is released, we have some transformation packs for Windows 7 which can convert your XP based PC to the look and feel of Windows 7. Previously we had covered about Seven Remix XP, another transformation pack which was designed to improve the GUI of Windows XP. The Seven Transformation Pack, [...]
Windows 7 Parental Controls
Parental controls help you manage how you want other users to use the Windows 7 PC. You can set limits on the games your children can play and also the hours that your children can use the computer and also the application they can use. Parental Controls blocks access to any particular game or program [...]
How to Enable XP Mode in Windows 7
One of the new features announced in Windows 7 RC is the availability of XP mode. Windows XP Mode for Windows 7 makes it easy to install and run your Windows XP applications directly from your Windows 7-based PC. It utilizes virtualization technology, such as Windows Virtual PC, to provide a virtual Windows XP environment [...]
How to Create a Power Plan in Windows 7
Windows 7 is build such that it helps reduce power consumption by working with the latest hardware power-management capabilities and better managing how application processes use the processor. Windows 7 includes device driver support for the latest processor power-management technologies from leading independent hardware vendors. Windows 7 comes with build in power plans, but you [...]
Download Windows 7 RC
Microsoft has made available the Windows 7 RC and is now available for public download from Microsoft servers. You can now try the Windows 7 pre-release software and you can see the changes and fixes from the Beta testing. Unlike the beta version, the Release candidate will be available till July 2009 and there is [...]
How to Migrate from Windows XP to Windows 7
Windows 7 RC is scheduled for public release on May 5th 2009. Many of the Windows users are still using Windows XP and it is the right time to do an upgrade to Windows 7. Upgrading to Windows 7 is a simple process and you will not lose any files and documents which you had [...]
Create DVD of Photos and Videos with Windows DVD Maker
Windows DVD Maker, which was available in Vista Home Premium and Ultimate versions is also available in Windows 7. Windows DVD Maker enables you to create professional-looking video DVDs of your home movies and photos that can be viewed on your DVD players, regardless of geographical region codes. Windows DVD Maker is also integrated with [...]

