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Do We Need Windows 7?

Posted August 02, 2009 7:29 AM

Microsoft is preparing to launch Windows 7 into the marketplace, but do we really need a new PC operating system? There's really nothing new here, it's the same old stuff, re-arranged a little bit to make users think they're getting the latest technology. One of the most sought-after benefits of Windows 7 is what Microsoft calls "virtualization technology" that lets applications run in a virtual instance of Windows XP. But why buy Windows 7 to run XP programs — why not just keep XP?

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09/27/2009 12:24 PM

The answer is plain and simple. The public doesn't need Windows 7; Microsoft needs Windows 7. How else is Microsoft going to continue making money! The same goes for Vista.

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