Your PC, simplified.Windows 7 is the easiest, fastest, and most engaging version of Windows yet. Better ways to find and manage files, like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews, help you speed through everyday tasks. Faster and more reliable performance means your PC just works the way you want it to. And great features like Windows Media Center and Windows Touch make new things possible. Get to know Windows 7, and see how it can simplify just about everything you do with your PC. .
DesktopWith Windows 7, we’ve made it easier to get more done on the desktop.
New ways to juggle windowsOverwhelmed by open windows? Windows 7 comes with three simple yet powerful new features called Aero Shake, Aero Peek, and Snap to help you instantly clear through desktop clutter.
Peek-a-boo: Aero Peek turns open windows translucent so you can see what’s on your desktop.
Spectacular new wallpapersWe spend a lot of time staring at our PCs. Aesthetics shouldn’t just be an afterthought. That’s why Windows 7includes a slew of new desktop backgrounds—wallpapers—that range from sublime to silly. Or try the new desktop slide show, which displays a rotating series of pictures (ours or yours). Your desktop will never be dull again.
Windows 7 makes it easy to express your personality with creative new themes and other custom touches.
See the "superbar"Since Windows 95, the taskbar has served as the go-to spot for launching programs and switching windows. Times and PC habits have changed. So in Windows 7, the taskbar has been completely redesigned to help you get more done. It’s easier on the eyes and more customizeable, and it makes it easier to multitask.
Improvements to the new Windows 7 taskbar include thumbnail previews of webpages, documents—even running video.
Improved gadgetsGadgets, the popular mini-programs introduced in Windows Vista, are now more flexible and fun. Based on your feedback, we’ve done away with the Sidebar, so you can stick your gadgets anywhere on the desktop.
Favorite gadgets can go anywhere on your Windows 7 desktop.
DesktopWith Windows 7, we’ve made it easier to get more done on the desktop.
New ways to juggle windowsOverwhelmed by open windows? Windows 7 comes with three simple yet powerful new features called Aero Shake, Aero Peek, and Snap to help you instantly clear through desktop clutter.
Peek-a-boo: Aero Peek turns open windows translucent so you can see what’s on your desktop.
Spectacular new wallpapersWe spend a lot of time staring at our PCs. Aesthetics shouldn’t just be an afterthought. That’s why Windows 7includes a slew of new desktop backgrounds—wallpapers—that range from sublime to silly. Or try the new desktop slide show, which displays a rotating series of pictures (ours or yours). Your desktop will never be dull again.
Windows 7 makes it easy to express your personality with creative new themes and other custom touches.
See the "superbar"Since Windows 95, the taskbar has served as the go-to spot for launching programs and switching windows. Times and PC habits have changed. So in Windows 7, the taskbar has been completely redesigned to help you get more done. It’s easier on the eyes and more customizeable, and it makes it easier to multitask.
Improvements to the new Windows 7 taskbar include thumbnail previews of webpages, documents—even running video.
Improved gadgetsGadgets, the popular mini-programs introduced in Windows Vista, are now more flexible and fun. Based on your feedback, we’ve done away with the Sidebar, so you can stick your gadgets anywhere on the desktop.
Favorite gadgets can go anywhere on your Windows 7 desktop.