Windows system has been widely criticized by a local version that is too divided, too complicated to allow a lot of people do not know how to choose. In the wake of Vista, the industry generally in favor of Microsoft’s Windows 7 to make lean, but the result was disappointing: Microsoft officially announced the release of Windows 7 division, and Vista as much as six, but with the professional version to replace the the commercial version, but did not see the online version of this special. The first is “Windows 7 Starter”, can only run three applications at the same time, you can join the family (Home Group), the task bar there is not a small change, but also JumpLists menu.
Followed by “Windows 7 Home Basic” (the family version) and “Windows 7 Home Premium” (Home Premium), and, like Vista. The former only for emerging market countries, the main new features are unlimited applications, real-time thumbnail preview, enhanced visual experience (no Aero), high-level network support (ad-hoc wireless networks and Internet connectivity in support of ICS), Mobility Center ( Mobility Center).
The latter has advanced Aero Glass interface, advanced window navigation, improved support for media formats, media centers and media stream enhancement (including Play To), multi-point touch, better handwriting recognition …
XP Professional Edition era has returned “Windows 7 Professional”, under the alternative commercial version of Vista, support to the management network (Domain Join), advanced network file system backup and encryption of data protection features, such as, location-aware printing technology (which can be in the family or office network to automatically select the appropriate printer) …
Finally, there is “Windows 7 Enterprise” (Enterprise Edition) and “Windows 7 Ultimate” (Ultimate), with the most complete feature: BitLocker, built and external drive data protection; AppLocker, unauthorized software locked; DirectAccess, no joints to connect Windows Server 2008 R2 based on the enterprise network; BranchCache, Windows Server 2008 R2 network cache…
According to Microsoft’s argument, Starter Edition for price-sensitive small notebook and some OEM manufacturers (possibly including the Internet), home-based version is only for emerging markets (presumably to avoid lawsuits), small business customers an optional Professional, Enterprise Edition is targeted at software and Microsoft signed an agreement to protect the large and medium-sized customers.
In addition, Microsoft recommended the majority of consumers select Home Premium, the need for more functions and features can be considered the Professional Edition; business customers can be installed most of the professional edition, large and medium-sized companies and enterprises is a natural choice for the Enterprise Edition.
