Windows 7 is one of the most successful and popular operating systems from Microsoft. Despite the year of release, it is still installed on many personal computers as the main OS. Recognition of the "seven" earned deservedly - because of stability, convenience and optimization. This article discusses this operating system, and in particular the version of "Windows 7 Professional".
OS history
The first release of this operating system was released in late 2009. The very unfortunate predecessor of Vista did not give the company the right to make a mistake. The new OS came out less than three years after the appearance of Vista, and this is a very short time.
Despite this, the software gained tremendous popularity and held leadership among users of all platforms in the world until March 2017, when Windows 10 took the lead.
At the beginning of 2015, Microsoft officially stopped supporting the "seven" and the release of updates, completely switching to Windows 10. This did little to affect the position of the hero of the review, since a large percentage of people still consider it the best operating system.
In Windows 7, just like in Vista, Aero mode appeared. It replaces the standard interface design. Compared to its predecessor, in the "seven" Aero has been radically redesigned. With the release of the G8, the platform switched to a new interface - metro UI. However, Windows Aero is still praised by users for convenience and brevity.
Diversity
The user could choose the OS for any purpose and need. In total, Windows 7 has 6 editions: "Windows 7 Professional", "Beginner", "Home Basic", "Home Advanced", "Corporate" and "Maximum". All versions, except for the "Initial", exist in versions of 32 and 64 bits. Starter is only a 32-bit version. It was purchased only under OEM licenses and had limited capabilities. For example, the maximum amount of RAM was 2 GB. Also, this version did not include most of the functions of a full-fledged OS.
But let's move on to "Windows 7 Professional" and consider the main characteristics and differences from other editions.
System requirements
Before installing any operating system, you must consult the system requirements for it. Consider the characteristics of a computer for the 32 and 64-bit versions of this OS.
So, for the stable operation of "Windows 7 Professional" (32 bit), the following configuration is required:
- 1 GHz processor
- at least 1 GB of RAM;
- 16 GB of free space on the hard drive for installation;
- Video adapter supporting DirectX 9.
Subject to the requirements, the software will not slow down, and the computer will work properly.
To install and run "Windows 7 Professional" (64 bit), you need the following configuration or more powerful:
- 2-core processor with a frequency of at least 1 GHz (64-bit architecture);
- at least 2 GB of RAM;
- 20 GB on the hard drive for installation;
- DirectX 9 graphics.
Additional requirements
For the correct operation of some functions and the launch of standard applications, additional equipment or capabilities may be required. For example, to download updates you need a stable Internet connection. To use voice assistants - a connected microphone.
Differences from other editions
Let's analyze the main differences between Windows 7 Professional (64 bit) and all other editions. The professional version differs from the "Initial" and "Home" in that it adds new settings. These include the ability to cache files, back up recovery points, and use a computer as a remote desktop. Also in this edition there is a useful XP Mode and Windows Server.
But in the professional version there are no Windows BitLocker, Windows App Locker, BranchCache, Mobility Center. This software is available only in the Ultimate and Enterprise versions.
How to install?
The installation procedure for "Windows 7 Professional" on 64 bkb 32 bits is no different.
First you need to download the ISO image on the Internet. It can be found on the official Microsoft website or on torrent trackers. Then the file is written to the external drive as bootable. For this, the ultraISO program or the like is used.
Next, you must set the priority to enable from the boot drive in the BIOS settings. The necessary menu can be opened at computer startup. Now restart the PC - the installer window will appear on the screen.
Select the version, create the system partition of the hard drive and run the installation. The volume of the section needs to be done more than stated in the system requirements for installation (you need to consider possible updates, software installation, etc.).
During installation, the computer will restart several times, and the image will constantly flash. Then you need to make the initial settings - creating an account, connecting to the Internet, setting a password, etc.
Now everything is ready. You can use the full-fledged OS "Windows 7 Professional" on your computer!