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Easy Dual Boot Setup with Windows 7 and Vista
Next month, when the expected Windows 7 public beta arrives, you won’t necessarily have to wipe your device operating system to give it a go. Why not set up your computer to dual boot? The Technicist offers up a simple and handy step-by-step process that uses a USB drive for the ...
The Microsoft Windows 7 Upgrade Program
techarp.com — Microsoft issued a draft of the Windows 7 Technical Guarantee Program to their OEM partners on December 10, giving them exactly one month to provide their feedback before Microsoft finalizes the program details. We managed to obtain a copy of the ... (more) The Microsoft Windows 7 Upgrade Program
Windows 7 beta 1 review
blogs.zdnet.com — I've now had my hands on Windows 7 beta 1 build 6.1.7000.0.081212-1400 (the build that is widely expected to be made available to beta testers by Microsoft early in January) and have had some time to compose my thoughts and feelings about this latest ... (more) Windows 7 beta 1 review
Windows 7 build 7000 outperforms Vista and XP
arstechnica.com — According to 23 tests comparing the 32-bit versions of Windows 7, Windows Vista SP1, and Windows XP SP3, the upcoming version of Windows will be more efficient. Read More... (more) Windows 7 build 7000 outperforms Vista and XP
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How to Run Windows 7 and Your Old OS on the Same Computer [Windows 7]
Gizmodo — ... booting that'll let you do just that. Their guide is for a netbook, but it'll pretty much work on any computer if you just want a taste of Windows 7. All you need is the Windows 7 DVD image, a disc imaging program (I like Daemon tools), a 4GB USB drive (or any external hard drive with more than 4GB) and your computer—though a second, optional flash drive is useful. Then just follow their guide, and you'll be up and running Windows 7 in no time. [The Technicist via jkOnTheRun] ...

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