windows 7
First Windows 7 Commercial
The first Windows 7 commercial is making its way around the internet. The video is embedded above. It still features a little kid and she talks about happy words. Not as memorable as the Apple Ads but I guess they are showing it’s so easy a kid can do it. While I use Mac most [...]
Windows 7 Hidden Startup Switches for Media Center
Using the hidden Media Center switches in Windows 7 will allow you to customize the way Media Center starts up. Some of the switches don’t seem that useful but there are a few that many will use. The list of switches is below. You can find out how to apply them at Missing Remote. /nostartupanimation [...]
Windows 7 Supports Dolby Digital Plus
Good news for people using Windows 7 as their HTPC. Windows 7 is going to support Dolby Digital Plus. You have to have Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional, Enterprise, and Ultimate editions to use it. The Plus offers higher bit rate and better sound quality. It will also work on extenders. I’m not sure what [...]
Review: Windows 7 Media Center
EngadgetHD reviewed Windows 7 Media Center in a very nice write-up. I haven’t been using Windows Media Center for a few years since I switch to DirecTV but this update makes me want to play around again. I’m even thinking cable again but cable is so bad in my town. Ben says: The fact is [...]
Windows 7 up for Pre-Order
Amazon has Microsoft Windows 7 for pre-order. It’s a great price of only $49.99. The ship date is October 22nd so it will be some time before you get it but at that price you might want to plan ahead.
