Windows 7 Starter Has a New Market: Netbook

Microsoft has announced that it will allow computer makers to install a Windows 7 Starter operating system version for netbooks sold in developed countries. For years, Microsoft has provided a shortened version of Windows operating system, called Windows Starter for emerging markets. This is a cheap but limited version of the operating system, only works on low profile processors, low screen resolution and only runs a few applications at the same time. The biggest drawback of computers using Windows 7 Starter is only running 3 applications simultaneously. Similar restrictions will still apply to the new Windows 7 operating system, but Microsoft will allow it to be used on low-cost computers, especially netbooks in developed countries. Microsoft confirmed its plan for Windows 7 Starter yesterday. This is one of 6 different versions of Windows 7 operating system. ' For manufacturers of computers that make cheap laptops, they can use Windows 7 Starter in developed markets ', Vice President Microsoft Brad Brooks said so on the article posted on Microsoft's website. ' However, those who want to use the complete, fully functional operating system on a small laptop, choose the Windows 7 Home Premium operating system that will be more suitable, allowing for easier connection of digital devices '.. In a press interview earlier this week, Microsoft Vice President Bill Veghte said Microsoft would provide restrictions on the types of processors and screen resolutions with Windows 7 Starter computers but refused to disclose expose specific details. However, Bill Veghte said Windows 7 Starter will not have features like multi-touch or Media Center. The biggest drawback with Windows 7 Starter operating system is that it only runs three applications simultaneously. Currently, very few computers run under 3 applications at the same time because most computers have chat applications, anti-virus software and many other applications running in the background.