Microsoft shines again with Windows 7...

On Thursday, Microsoft is going for a do-over. The software giant is releasing a new operating system that it hopes will make people forget about all of the problems with Windows Vista.

I've been testing Windows 7 for a few weeks and have found it to be a fast and stable operating system with a lot of useful features. Like millions of other consumers and companies, I largely skipped Windows Vista, so my review will focus on how Windows 7 compares with XP.

Windows 7 will be installed on new computers and sold as an upgrade in three versions: Home Premium ($120), Professional ($200) and Ultimate ($220).

Right away you'll notice that Windows 7 has a more organized and polished look than XP. Many of its best features save you time by making it easier to access files and perform multiple tasks at once. More...

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