There is a lot of hype and talk about the release of Microsoft Windows & that should be released later this year.
I hope these FAQ’s help
What kind of computer do I need to run Windows 7?
These are the Microsoft minimum hardware recommendations for systems that will be running the Windows 7 Beta. These recommendations are specific to the Beta release and are subject to change.
Windows 7 Beta recommendation:
§ 1 GHz 32-bit or 64-bit processor
§ 1 GB of system memory
§ 16 GB of available disk space
§ Support for DirectX 9 graphics with 128 MB memory (to enable the Aero theme)
§ DVD-R/W Drive
§ Internet access
Note: Some product features of Windows 7, such as the ability to watch and record live TV or navigation through the use of “touch,” may require advanced or additional hardware.
What can I do with a system with the minimum hardware recommendations
The hardware setup we’re recommending for the Windows 7 Beta is meant for average computing tasks, such as web browsing and word processing. If you plan to play games or run other hardware-intensive programs, you might need to test the Windows 7 Beta on a more powerful computer.
It might also be possible to run the Windows 7 Beta on a less powerful system than the one we recommend, although we can’t guarantee the results
What are the upgrade options from XP to Windows7
There were apparently rumors of upgrades but nothing concrete.
Update: A Microsoft spokesperson delivered the following statement: “We are not announcing anything new at this time.” That’s what is known in the biz as the “non-announcing announcement.” We’ll let you know if anything changes.
Information about Windows 7 is preliminary and subject to change. Some product features of Windows 7, such as the ability to watch and record live TV or navigation through the use of “touch,” may require advanced or additional hardware. The features and functionality you find in the pre-release product may not appear in the final version of Windows 7.
