Just Got Windows 7 Ultimate

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Yippee can't wait to install windows 7 on my computer as I just purchased windows 7 from someone I know that work at Microsoft for peanuts. Put it this way for less than £30 and contains the 32 and 64 bit DVD.

I shall let you all know how it goes when I install it on my computer. I was just getting used to as well as liking my Vista Ultimate 32 bit version OS too but hey that's the world of IT. Lets us know if you're using windows 7 or would be using it shortly and or your likes and dislikes about it if any

 

If you liked Vista then you'll love 7. I've been using it since about 2 months at work without a problem. When I sit at an XP station it feels so dated.

 

I hated Vista, it was an absolute dog, Win7 on the other hand is probably MS's best desktop OS yet and Windows Server 2008 R2 is pretty good too.

 

I can't go back to xp now! after you using windows 7, it's just a different OS.

 

Agreed, although I am still using xp on my main machine until I do some more certs.

I am running windows 7 virtually (still).

 

I've been running 7 on my main machine for a while now, and I really like it. The UI has a few useful features, like Aero Peek and snapping windows into place. It seems more responsive than Vista, and has so far been pretty stable.

On the down side, compared with XP, configuring settings takes a few extra clicks, and control panel seems to have exploded out. Same as Vista, but coming from XP, takes a little bit of getting used to.

Maria

 

Thanks all for the feedback as everyone so far had good things to mention about windows 7. I just need the weekend now to get the ball rolling. Cheerio

 

Ive got windows 7 (64 bit) on both my systems now, i havent used xp in months now and ive booted vista maybe 3 times (both on dual boot) definately the best OS to date.

 

hate coming into work and using XP now.

 

At least u get XP at work, I have the pleasure of WYSE terminals

 

Whats wrong with Wyse terminals?
I have a Wyes app on my iphone too

They XPe or ThinOS?

are you just connecting to a SC system (Terminal Server/Citrix) or a VDI system (Desktop OS)?

 

I know how you feel. i got my copy from a Windows 7 Party and only managed to install it today. I can't believe how much free space i know have on my HDD since i formatted it!

fast laptop at last!

just to say to microsoft for giving us powershell aswell!

 

it crashes constantly. I know they are a really good way of working tho.

its on a citrix system. all shared apps

 

if the Thinclient is crashing thats not a good thing
Citrix, well thats Citrix for you ;)

 

Hello onoski,

I will tell you from first hand experience, all of my systems have been converted to Windows 7. I am not just saying it to say because I am affiliated with Microsoft. I can truly stand behind this product and tell you straight away it works very reliably, fast and extremely stable. The 64bit version is a real powerhouse as well.

Anyways, what to say about Windows 7?

There are several new features that are available with Windows 7 that will assist you with deployment and management of a large number of workstations. Enterprise IT infrastructures are increasingly complex to manage. The Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP) is a dynamic desktop solution that is available as a subscription for Software Assurance customers. The solution suite enhances application deployment and compatibility, increases IT responsiveness and end user uptime, and helps reduce total cost of ownership (TCO) of your desktop software and IT management. To learn more about this package, please go here: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/enterprise/products/mdop/default.aspx

Also now available is MDT 2010 (Microsoft Deployment Tool) which will help you create images and automate the OS and application installations, data migration, and desktop configuration process. To learn more, please go here: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd744519(WS.10).aspx

Microsoft does have an official Windows 7 Support Forum specifically for IT Pros located here: http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/en/category/w7itpro/. It is supported by product specialists as well as engineers and support teams. You may want to also check the threads available there for additional assistance and feedback.

Also, if you would like to read what other users have said about their positive experience with Windows 7, you may want to check out the following sites: http://www.winsupersite.com/ and http://www.edbott.com/weblog/.

John M
Microsoft Windows Client Team

 

Crikey - we're getting spammed by Microsoft now!

Come on 'John M' - Win 7 is alright, but it ain't the best thing since sliced bread...

 

OKi'm looking to change my main homepc to Win 7.Seems many people getting teh 64bit version. What i want to know is, as i'm mainly a gamer at home, would it be worth me getting teh 64bit or just sticking with 32bit? I'm only planning on getting win 7 pro, dont need ultimate and homes just too basic.
Could do with getting it as we deal with more and more people on our support line that have Win7. And we only have one Win7 64bit pc at work, all rest are mainly XP with 2 Vista laptops.