In the wake of Microsoft's Oct. 22 launch of Windows 7, many XP-using customers ran into problems trying to clean install Windows 7 using upgrade media. Microsoft permits customers to do this on PCs ...

Having trouble deciding whether to upgrade to Microsoft's newest? If so, you may be better off waiting. Upgrading to Windows 7 is not a no-brainer for most users. Microsoft offers a free Windows 7 ...

The release of Windows 7 to manufacturing begins a tale of two operating systems: the one you want and the one you don’t. It is packed with improvements and cool stuff, but it still carries a whiff of ...

With Windows 7 scheduled for release on Oct. 22, the question many readers will be asking is, "Should I upgrade?" The answer depends on your circumstances. If you're frustrated with Windows Vista ...

Microsoft Corp. on Thursday released the beta of a free app that helps users determine whether their PC is powerful enough to run the upcoming Windows 7 operating system. The Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor ...

For the past several months, Windows 7 testers have been asking Microsoft for technical details on Windows 7 upgrades, but have heard nothing but crickets from Redmond. So Microsoft bloggers have ...

Some users trying to upgrade from Windows Vista to Windows 7 have seen their PCs crippled by an endless series of reboots, according to reports on Microsoft's support forum. A Microsoft engineer ...

Microsoft today officially unveiled details of the Windows 7 upgrade program it kicks off tomorrow for buyers of new PCs. Its Windows 7 Upgrade Option Program will run through Jan. 31, 2010. Microsoft ...

Upgrade programs will begin June 26 but may not be free because PC vendors will pay Microsoft around $9 to $15 per upgrade coupon Some PC vendors and sellers will begin a coupon program on June 26 to ...

In brief: Anyone planning to use an old Windows 7 or 8 product key to activate Windows 11 should probably pull the trigger now if it isn't too late. Microsoft has announced the end of a grace period ...

Microsoft's offer to upgrade for free from Windows 7 or 8 to Windows 10 (and from there to Windows 11, if you want, and your spec qualifies) has been one of the most long-standing freebies ever, ...