Microsoft's Much Awaited Windows 7 Released

Submitted by Pankaj Lakhotia on Thu, 10/22/2009 - 18:04

Microsoft Windows 7

Software giant Microsoft launched the much awaited and anticipated Windows 7 on Thursday.

With the launch, the software company, which currently powers more than 90% of personal computers, aims to impress its customer base again after the disappointing Vista fiasco. Also, following the launch, the company is optimistic of getting an edge over rivals Apple Inc. and Google.

The latest version of Windows is reported to be faster, less confusing and incorporates new touch-screen features. The software has come almost 3 years after Vista, and the Microsoft is positive that it will help the company strengthen its grip on the software and PC market.

With Windows 7, Microsoft is hoping to win all those customers back who were put off by Vista's complexities. Analyst Brendan Barnicle of Pacific Crest Securities shares, "It's the first really significant release of Windows in a decade. Given the missteps around Vista, people really questioned Microsoft's relevancy in the technology space. So this is a critical first step for Microsoft regaining that credibility".

Currently priced at $199.99, for a completely new Home Premium Version, and $119.99 for customers who wish to upgrade from their older Windows versions, the latest software version is set at a price which is well below the Vista.

Window 7 has mostly received good reviews which have helped Microsoft's share prices soar. Currently, it is estimated that over 820 million PCs all over the world run on Windows, and with the new version, the company aims at surpassing this figure.


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