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Improved Windows 7 Applets

For many years Windows has included a set of productivity applications for basic task such as word processing, graphics and number crunching. These applications I speak of are WordPad, Paint and Calculator. In addition to these stalwarts there are a couple others users might miss out on, they include Sticky Notes and the dedicated XPS Viewer application. WordPad and Paint in particular have embraced significant changes to their interfaces.
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A Tour: Windows 7 Desktop, Windows Explorer and Control Panel

The Windows 7 Desktop puts a lot of power in your view, for Windows XP users in particular, I would like to get you up to speed on some of the improvements. I hope to make this a series of post touring the changes that have been introduced in this release. Lets see what's new.

Fujitsu Updates Offerings for Windows 7 Launch

Today, Fujitsu announced several major modifications to its product line and unveiled a host of new computers. These releases are additions to the Lifebook series, expanding the selection with a couple new tablets, an ultra-thin notebook, a desktop replacement PC, and a mini-notebook. Click the link for the full details of the release!
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Using the Windows 7 Desktop – Fun Time Savers

Windows Vista provides some fun animation and effects to the Windows Desktop, (Flip 3D and Alt-Tab-2D). Windows 7 adds further pizzazz with a set of entertaining visual cues that makes working with Windows a great time on the PC. Let’s check some of them out!
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5th Way to Enter to Win an HP Envy 15

Thanks to everyone that's entered to win the HP Envy 15 so far this week. We wanted to let you know that you'll have to get your entries in by tonight at 10PM P...

Toshiba Cuts The Crap For a Faster Boot!

In addition to the touchscreens that Toshiba added to the new Satellite notebook lineup, will be launching with Windows 7, all of the notebooks in the Satellite lineup will also get a simplified desktop and boot up faster.
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Networking made easy with HomeGroups in Windows 7

In Windows 7, the Windows Team has added improvements to networking and sharing data among multiple computers in the home. You can easily share information and resources such as Documents, Pictures, Music, Videos and Printers with just a password.
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Windows Explorer: What’s new in Windows 7?

Windows Explorer has gone through some significant enhancements in Windows 7, featuring a more refreshing, cleaner design that focuses on simplicity and accessibility. In this article we take a look at some of the changes and improvements such as the new text only Command Bar buttons and Libraries which focuses on aggregating data from desperate locations shared between multiple PC’s within your home network.

Touch Toshiba’s New Satellite M505 and U505 Touch Enabled Notebooks

Well, Go on, touch them already, they didn't add a multi-touch screen and touch specific programs like a Bulletin Board and ReelTime to the new Satellite M505 and U505 laptops just for you to look at. Launching November 1st these Windows 7 laptops can be configured with a 14" or 13" touchscreen and bundled with Toshiba's new touch ready software package called Toshiba LifeSpace.
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Using the Improved Taskbar and Start Menu in Windows 7

Two critical elements that have been revamped for the better are the Taskbar and Start Menu. Some persons I have had conversations with about Windows 7 think it’s a minor release and it’s just Windows Vista reloaded. Yes, it is built on Vista and that’s a very good thing, which means, your investments in that version of Windows will be brought forward in areas of application and device driver compatibility. Apart from that, what new user experiences does Windows 7 introduce? What about the learning curve?

3rd Way to Win an HP Envy 15 Giveaway

If you'd like to celebrate the launch of Windows 7 by unwrapping a new HP envy 15 keep reading. On Monday we kicked off the giveaway by asking you to tell your ...
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A Guided Tour of Windows 7 for New Users

So you have finally made the move from Windows XP to Windows 7, everything is working great, but a few things have changed. Yes indeed, there is a new look, but a familiar experience along with numerous changes and improvements since the release of Windows XP back in October 2001. For some persons, it might be a bit overwhelming, to help make the transition a smooth one, here is a quick guide to help familiarize yourself with some of the changes and benefits.

Acer Aspire AS5738PG is Acer’s Multitouch Notebook

Acer just announced the Aspire AS5738PG, their first multi-touch notebook, that will ship with Windows 7 on October 22nd. Unlike many mobile PCs that sport a touchscreen the Aspire AS5738PG doesn't fold flat like a tablet, opting for a conventional laptop configuration. This doesn't take away from the ability to use the touchscreen; it just changes the focus of touch technology from that of a tablet.