In one of the posts on the MSDN Blogs ,the product manager working along with the Windows Update team discussed about what’s coming in the next version of Windows.The post was quickly removed by Microsoft, though we were able to get the catched file of the page. He stated that the next version of Windows,would be completely different from the previous operating system released by Microsoft.
Monthly Archives: February 2010
How to install & customize Windows 7 Cursors
Windows 7 has a fine set of default aero cursor set or mouse pointers. But if you feel like a change and would like to replace them with a customized set, you can do so easily.
Behind Win7’s Energy-Efficiency Boost
With the advent of Microsoft’s Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 operating systems, the company also applauded its most green platforms to date. Over three months after the general availability of Windows 7, the Redmond company revealed that Stephen Berard, a senior program manager for the Windows Kernel Team, was the man that helmed efforts to make the OS as energy-efficient as possible.
Download Free Windows 7 IbarraReal Font
Microsoft is providing users of its operating system, including of the latest version of the platform Windows 7, with a free font, in addition to the items shipping by default with the operating system. In this regard, end users running Windows 7, but also Windows Vista and Windows XP can grab the Ibero-American cultural font IbarraReal from the Microsoft Download Center free of charge. The Redmond company has chosen the IbarraReal font for its intimate connection with the Spanish culture, namely to Don Quixote.
Microsoft denies Windows 7 battery problem
Although some users have been grumbling about a variety of battery issues related to Windows 7, Microsoft says that its testing shows that nothing is amiss.
Troubleshooting the Windows 7 Troubleshooters
While the very efficient & effective in-built Windows 7 Troubleshooters are meant to make your life easy, what if they themselves refuse to work properly, some day, for some reason!?
Well, here are a few general steps you may want to try out to troubleshoot the Windows 7 Troubleshooters.
Windows 7 Stability Fix Breaks Stability
Last week, Microsoft posted a slew of non-security updates for Windows 7, one of which was titled as follows: “An update is available to improve the stability and the reliability of Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2.” Unfortunately, according to a thread on Microsoft TechNet, the update (KB977074) is actually breaking the stability and reliability of the operating system.
Which folders can be added to the Windows 7 library?
In Windows 7, you can include folders in a library from many different locations, such as your computer’s C drive, an external hard drive, or a network. The primary requirement for a new library location is that the content in that location is indexed or is able to be added to the Windows Search index.
The OpenSearch Standard used in Windows 7 Federated Search
Windows 7 introduced support for search federation to remote data stores using OpenSearch technologies that enable users to access and interact with their remote data from within Windows Explorer.
“The OpenSearch v1.1 standard basically defines a simple file format that can be used to describe how a client should query the web service for the data store and how the service should return results to be rendered by the client.
Download all of National Geographic’s wallpapers for Windows 7
National Geographic is one of the largest non-profit scientific and educational institutions in the world. With NatGeo Wallpaper Downloader you can download over 1000 National Geographic wallpapers with just one click.
Forza Motorsport 3 Theme Pack for Windows 7
The Forza Motorsport 3 Windows 7 theme brings to the table no less than three wallpapers featuring Audi R8 in action. In the absence of the actual gaming experience for the PC, the theme is the closest that Windows 7 users can come to Forza Motorsport 3, save for actually purchasing a console.
Windows 7 RTM USB Data Transfer Issues on PCs
Microsoft has made available for download two updates designed to resolve issues related to data transfer failures in computers running Windows 7. According to the Redmond company, machines with Windows Server 2008 R2 can also be impacted by problems involving failed transfers of information over USB.
About Windows 7 ‘Resume from Sleep’ Issues
Users of mobile computers running the latest iteration of the Windows client might come across problems with Windows 7 resuming from sleep mode if they closed the machine’s lid while it was asleep. According to Microsoft, this glitch only occurs on certain computers, but the Redmond company has failed to specify which machines exactly are impacted.
Windows 7 Theme – Animals Tiger for 2010
Here comes a 3rd party tiger theme for Windows 7, anyway, 2010 is the year of the tiger.
This Windows 7 theme features17 high-definition wallpapers with a resolution of up to 1920 × 1200. Installation process as usual is extremely simple and easy. Simply follow the steps below to download and install this theme.
Five Windows 7 Vulnerabilities to Be Patched Next Tuesday
In the first half of January 2010, Microsoft released a single security bulletin impacting Windows. This month, that number has grown to 11. At the same time, the company’s latest versions of Windows will be impacted by the patches coming next week. No less than 3 Critical bulletins will plug security holes in both Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2. Windows 7 customers will need to deploy two additional patch packages rated as Important. Windows Vista users will have to deploy 3 Critical and 3 Important security bulletins, with Windows XP being targeted by no less than 5 Critical updates.
Windows XP Theme for Windows 7
If you are using Windows 7 and are nostalgic like me about Windows XP, you can now download a Windows XP theme and use it on Windows 7.
Windows 7 Theme – Valentine’s Day 2010
Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and what better way to get mushy than by adding a theme to your Windows 7 PC. Microsoft has released a new Valentine’s Day theme called Lacy Hearts for Windows 7.
Windows 7 Theme – Year of the Tiger
Microsoft has been introducing beautiful theme packs for Windows 7 users via Personalization Gallery. ‘Year of the Tiger’ has been added to the official collection of Windows 7 themes. It is a fresh new theme based on tiger.
Security Process that Bulletproofed Windows 7 Detailed in Simplified Implementation
Microsoft is making it easy for third-party developers to bulletproof their software using the same security assurance process that the company applied when building products such as Windows 7 and Windows Vista.
Windows 7 Sensor Trigger for WPF Apps for Expression Blend
Microsoft’s latest iteration of the Windows client comes with a sensor and location platform which allows developers to build applications which can have functionality tailored to the environment of the end user. Windows 7 can grab input from various sensors, and applications built on top of the operating system can leverage the added information in order to adapt to a specific location or to exterior stimuli, such as brightness, the position of the device, etc.