Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit 1-Pack for System Builders

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I bought a kit t & the Pro version of Windows 7. Didn't even need to use the driver disk. Ordered the Pro version because of XP mode. Some older programs (a Minolta Dimage slide scanner & software) will only run under XP mode.

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Vista has been one of the most awkward transitional OS' to date... In most (ok, some) cases it worked just fine, but Windows 7's improvements to the UI alone make it a far better deal than its predecessor ever was. That's not to say some of the design choices aren't questionable, but overall it ends up being far more functional. I shelled out for the "Ultimate" SKU of Vista, and deeply regretted it - so I'm very glad they brought back the "Professional" tier. For normal users, bitlocker is not worth paying for, and if you're not a big business there's not likely to be any need for full UI language packs.The one gripe I have about the physical product itself, is that the disc comes inserted "upside down", so that the holographic label can be seen through the clear case. Except that you can't see it anyway, because the whole thing comes in a white cardboard sleeve. Vista's disc came the other way, with the reading surface towards the case. Why does this bother me? There is a paper booklet that comes in the other half of the case, and it's not flat. By the time I received the product, there was a large (but minor) scuff all along the DVD where it touched the booklet. Microsoft's software discs already have a reputation for not lasting very long, so this is somewhat disappointing, even though it does not currently cause any problems.

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Stable, fast, flexible, and remains backwards compatible with older software. I am a happy camper

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For what it does it seems to work really well. Already managed to crash it a couple times but for the most part I think this was an effective replacement for Vista. Definitely get 64GB to future-proof your system. I bought the pro version to run Virtual PC just in case my old XP games wouldn't run on it but so far I haven't run into any hassles, even with games that weren't supposed to be compatible with Win7. This XP holdout is satisfied with Win7 but I still struggle with the price for a program that does little else than turn my computer on.

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Bought Windows 7 for a fresh install on a high end HP laptop. So far Windows 7 is a major improvement over Vista much more stable takes alittle getting used to changes but install went smoothly except for finding updated printer drivers for older printers did finally get a running

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This is absolutely the simplest OS install I have ever done. I needed no drivers. The syetem insalled everything automatically. It runs all of my old 32 bit apps fine, and I swear it's faster than the same computer running Win XP 32 bit. Lot's of choices and features. I'm still learning them all. Network sharing with Win XP took a little research and I miss the old Outlook Express. Windows Live mail needs help, so I switched to Thunderbird.

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Literally all my Windows problems went away, not only that my games run way faster on Windows 7. I no longer have a reason to buy a Mac.

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This is by far the best Microsoft OS in a long time.

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Much better then vista easy to install easy to use

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I've built 18 systems with Windows OS 7 64bit and I have been extremely impressed, after the Vista disaster I was all but ready to start recommending MAC's to clients. Windows 7 64bit turned me around. It's better and faster than XP; Better, faster, half as big as Vista and runs like a dream. Super fast boot time awesome features a really wonderful OS. It is OEM so to you guys complaining about it only have the DVD, IT'S OEM! it is for system builders building a new system so stop wining about the manuals OEM assumes you have an idea how to install an OS. This brought me back from the MAC

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it's better vista,but it's not as good as xp

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I went from XP 32bit to & 64bit and it's faster then ever before, best decision I ever made, Never had any problems yet, but I got this for $129 when they had a 48 hour sale, it's best to purchase this from this website as they don't charge you for state tax and free shipping, keep an eye out for they're sale when they have it,

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Keep in mind this is a sytem builder version, only good for the computer it is installed on. As with any new OS, Windows 7 takes some time to learn the tweaks. Tiger is great!

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Windows 7 Pro rocks! Its the best OS to Date in my opinion, and It was my idea!!!

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Great new OS, I got it, I'm still learning all the new features and how it's set up. No trouble with getting the drivers makes this OS far greater than Vista when it came out.

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Way better than XP. Still working on making it work and look as I want it but it's definately an improuvement over Windows XP.

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The Win7 Pro is a great OS system, installs anything you plug into your computer with ease prior to installing the software. No Microsoft Games as the previous versions. Just want to know why I received it in a cheap plastic see thru cover as if a manufacture would send with a computer they built. No instruction book was with what I receive. Was about to return it, but I installed a new Hard Drive and needed my system to work, so I decided to keep it. Looks like a Burned Copy!

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64 bit is very fast but internet is not ready for 64 bit. it will be ready for 64bit in the future.

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I have worked in retail almost three years now and you won't find a better deal for Windows 7 Pro than this. You'd be lucky to receive this OS for $299.99 in retail stores. Now you may get two years of customer support for that extra $150.00, but that to me isn't worth that much money. So please if you understand how to use an OS properly and won't mess anything up just get Windows 7 here.

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I have read many reviews on Windows 7 and decided to try it, with 6gb of memory this OS kills the rest, I am a lover of XP but i have to admit win7 works extremely well, its stable, smooth, very user friendly and the new bells and whistle look good. I have 64 Bit so it uses my 6gb very nicely, I have no problems running programs simultaneously with plenty of memeory to spare. You wont go wrong with this OS. Microsoft has created a Bang!!

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Couldn't be happier with Win7. Great performance, ease of use, and it looks great.

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I can definitely see a speed difference since switching from XP to 7. The install process was a snap and faster than XP. Finding drivers for my devices was also very simple. There were a few minor issues with some applications, but with the ability to have those programs run in XP or Vista mode, that's pretty much taken care of that.

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Didn't think XP could be topped, but I was happily mistaken! Installed this on my laptop, and am amazed at the difference! Wouldn't trade it back for XP now!!! Way to go Micrsoft!

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Seems pretty fast. The more I try to use it the more I find programs that will not work. It also has made several pieces of my hardware non-usable.

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Always thought that Windows XP Professional would be the ONLY system I'd use , I now stand corrected , this OS is fantastic even if it does like a lot of RAM . Installed the Home Premium version in my son's older PC and it works very there also . Nice Work Microsoft .