Essential Guide
Windows 7 guide: Before, during and after migration
Whether you've finally decided to take the plunge and migrate off Windows XP or you've been using Windows 7 since the OS came out, this Windows 7 guide has advice and strategies that can help make your job easier.
Introduction
As the end of support for Windows XP approaches and IT shops and users debate the merits and shortcomings of Windows 8, many organizations have found Windows 7 to be reliable even if it's not without challenges. We've gathered advice in this Windows 7 guide on how to migrate from Windows XP, deploy Windows 7 and assess whether Microsoft's operating system meets your needs.
Read tips on Windows 7 troubleshooting, third-party tools and security, and bone up on relevant terminology. Is there any coverage of Windows 7 or other desktop and endpoint technology you'd like us to cover? Email us at editor@searchenterprisedesktop.com.
1Avoid a migration meltdown-
Migrating to Windows 7
Migrations can be tedious, time-consuming and wrought with frustration. Migrating off of Windows XP to Windows 7 is particularly tough, but it can be done. With careful planning, solid best practices, good migration tools and advice from IT administrators who have made the leap, your migration can go smoothly.
Advice for Windows XP to Windows 7 migration stragglers
If your shop is one of the many that still hasn't moved off XP yet, take this sage advice under consideration: Focus on migrating applications, user data and system compatibility, rather than on the OS itself). Continue Reading
Gearing up for an XP-to-7 migration
Before you dive into a migration off Windows XP to Windows 7, it's important to understand why migrating is a good idea, what hurdles you'll have to overcome, and how you'll need to prep your staff, infrastructure and users. Continue Reading
Best practices for migrating off XP to Windows 7 or 8
It's time to start looking at an alternative to Windows XP whether you're planning to migrate to Windows 7 or Windows 8. Consider best practices such as upgrading older hardware, prioritizing applications and data, and finding ways to incorporate new technology into your business. Continue Reading
Tools to ease migrations to Windows 7
Migrations are never easy, but various tools at different price points can make migrating to Windows 7 a little easier. Options include Laplink PC mover, Zinstall and Microsoft Windows Automated Installation Kit. Continue Reading
Checklist: Upgrading from XP or Vista to Windows 7
You know the best practices and you're ready to migrate off Windows Vista or XP to Windows 7. Luckily, your to-do list is pretty short now. Check out these five easy steps for a smooth upgrade. Continue Reading
Four lessons learned from deploying Windows 7
What important hardware-related lessons have IT admins learned from deploying Windows 7? For example, you might not always need a total refresh, disks are still the bottleneck and multiple monitors can boost productivity. Continue Reading
Conversion guide: Windows XP to Windows 7
Windows 7 can seem like a huge change from Windows XP. Regular end users may not have as much trouble as power users and admins looking for commands and operations, but this handy conversion guide can help. Continue Reading
2Top tools and strategies-
Windows 7 tips and tricks
Now that you're running Windows 7, you probably have some questions: How can I automate deployment? How do I require users to enter Ctl-Alt-Delete to log in? How can I recreate SteadyState? Does the operating system live up to its promises? Check out these tips and tricks to find what you're looking for in Windows 7 and create the user experience that you want.
Hype vs. reality: Windows 7 improvements
When Windows 7 launched, it came with a lot of promises. Now that the OS has put down roots, does it really deliver on its performance, interface and other features? Continue Reading
Strategies for automating Windows 7 deployment
You can roll out Windows 7 in five easy steps. Start with a plan, then select components and build reference images. Continue Reading
Replicating SteadyState in Windows 7
SteadyState doesn't work in Windows 7, but there are several ways to recreate its functionality, such as creating a limited user profile that automatically resets when users log out. Continue Reading
Five registry keys for Windows 7
When you're trying to create a specific user experience in Windows 7, keys for User Account Control, Automatic Update and more can come in handy. Check out the top five most useful registry keys. Continue Reading
How users can troubleshoot Windows 7 on their own
Windows 7 comes with tools -- such as the Action Center and Problem Steps Recorder -- that can help users troubleshoot OS and application problems Continue Reading
Using third-party patching tools to secure Windows 7
Let's face it: Patching is kind of boring. But that doesn't mean it's not important. To help keep Windows 7 secure and simultaneously prevent you from falling asleep at your desk, take a look at the many third-party alternatives. Continue Reading
Consider these third-party Windows desktop management tools
Group Policy and System Center don't always cut the mustard (or fit budgets) when it comes to desktop management. Vendors such as ManageEngine and Quest Software have stepped up to fill the void. Continue Reading
Ten Windows 7 features you'll miss in Windows 8
Windows 8 and Windows 7 are substantially different, and there are a lot of features of Windows 7 that you'll be nostalgic for, such as the single interface and unified control panel. Continue Reading
Free PDF: Your Essential Guide to Unified Endpoint Management
Download this 44-page guide to learn everything you need to know about UEM.
3Terms and definitions-
Windows 7 glossary
Brush up on your Windows terminology and dive deeper into the operating system with these definitions.
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