Windows 7 is a Microsoft operating system of the Windows NT family, officially released on October 22, 2009. The Windows 7 operating system has several editions that differ in functionality.
Windows 7 was released shortly after the release of the Windows Vista operating system, which was received coolly by users. Essentially, the new Windows 7 was a modified version of Windows Vista.
A few years later, in October 2012, Windows 7 was replaced by the Windows 8 operating system. Then, the Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 operating systems were released successively.
Despite the release of newer operating systems, the “Seven” still remains one of the most popular OS in the world. Only recently, the Windows 10 operating system, despite the possibility of free updates, was able to surpass Windows 7 in terms of the number of users in the world. At the present time, in Russia both operating systems are installed on approximately the same number of computers.
Microsoft has announced that extended support for Windows 7 will end on January 14, 2020. PCs running Windows 7 will continue to work, but will no longer receive security updates and operating system patches.
In this article you will find a comparison of versions of Windows 7 between different editions of the operating system, which I have compiled in a table.
Windows 7 versions
The Windows 7 operating system has several editions aimed at performing different tasks. Some versions are designed for installation on desktop computers, laptops and netbooks by device manufacturers; the PC is sold together with the installed operating system. Other editions are available for retail sale to users who independently install the system on their computer.
Windows 7 was released in 6 editions, differing from each other in their functionality:
- Windows 7 Starter - Windows 7 Initial;
- Windows 7 Home Basic - Windows 7 Home Basic;
- Windows 7 Home Premium - Windows 7 Home Premium;
- Windows 7 Professional - Windows 7 Professional;
- Windows 7 Enterprise - Windows 7 Corporate;
- Windows 7 Ultimate - Windows 7 Maximum.
The Starter edition of Windows 7 was released in the OEM version (for installation on devices by product manufacturers) only in a 32-bit system. Other editions of Windows have 32 bit and 64 bit versions.
Older versions of Windows 7 have Windows XP Mode, which includes the Windows XP Professional operating system running in a Microsoft virtual machine.
Service Pack 1 was released for Windows 7; subsequently, the system received cumulative and cumulative updates, mainly related to computer security.
Windows 7 Enterprise SP1 Original by -ALEX- 06/03/2017 (2017) English\Russian
Release date:
June 3, 2017
Developer
: MicroSoft
Build author:
-ALEX-
Bit depth:
x86/x64
Language:
English\Russian
Medicine:
included in the distribution
System requirements:
• Processor 1 GHz or more, 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) • Hard drive. 18 GB available disk space (32-bit) / 25 GB (64-bit) • Media disk. • DVD or CD operation requires a compatible optical drive. • Video adapter. • Depending on the resolution, video playback will require additional memory and advanced graphics hardware. • Memory. 1 GB RAM (32-bit) / 2 GB RAM (64-bit) • Monitor. DirectX 9 GPU with WDDM 1.0 driver or later • Sound card. Music and sound require audio output.
Description:
In this distribution, we offer you the operating system “Windows 7 Enterprise” with Service Pack 1 (SP1), into which (due to numerous requests and wishes of users) only official Microsoft updates until June 2, 2020 are manually built in with the utmost care. During installation, a choice of languages is provided between Russian and English. Windows 7 Enterprise is the most complete version for users who want all the features of Windows, including everything included in Ultimate, but with more activation options, including activation using a MAK key.
Key features of Windows 7
DirectAccess—Gives mobile users secure access to corporate networks from the Internet without the need to create a virtual private network (VPN) connection. BitLocker and BitLocker To Go - helps protect data on computers and removable drives, enforces encryption when necessary, and backs up keys for data recovery. BranchCache - reduces the time that users from company branches spend downloading files over the network. Enterprise Search Scopes - Provides a single, simple interface for searching information across the corporate network, including SharePoint sites. AppLocker allows an administrator to use centrally managed but flexible group policies to determine which applications can and cannot run on user PCs. Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) technology improvements - Updated VDI interface includes support for multiple monitors and microphones. It is also possible to use virtual machine images to boot physical PCs. Subsystem for UNIX-Based Applications (SUA) - a subsystem for Unix applications facilitates integration between Windows and UNIX/Linux environments. Multilingual user interface (MUI) - the ability to create a single image for any language versions and any type of hardware (desktop, laptop, Tablet PC), which will provide more convenient and faster deployment of the operating system. And subsequently, users will be able, if necessary, to switch the operating system interface (in particular menus, dialog boxes, training and support files) to any of the supported languages. (Click on the picture to enlarge)
Assembly Features:
• Created on the basis of original images • During installation, it is possible to select a language: Russian or English • Official updates from Microsoft are integrated (except for those related to Windows Defeneder, .Net Framework, telemetry, updates to Windows 10) until 06/02/2017. • Some updates cannot be integrated into the distribution and their overall size is small. • Internet Explorer 11.0.42 is integrated • User Account Control (UAC) is disabled • Activation is provided separately, which allows you to activate the OS with a legal key. • The assembly is provided in two versions: with install.esd and with install.wim (the image from which Windows is deployed during installation). Using install.esd can significantly reduce the size of the image. install.wim is used in the original version of Windows (that is, the version from the developers). The gradual transition to install.esd is caused by an increase in the volume of updates that need to be integrated into the assembly, as a result of which, in the current build of Windows 7 x64, the install.wim file exceeds 4 GB, and the assembly image exceeds 4.38 GB, which does not allow it to be written to DVD5. • So you have two options for assembly. You have a choice, otherwise they are exactly the same.
Changes:
• Integrated official updates up to 06/02/2017 • Integrated Internet Explorer 11.0.42 • The following telemetry updates and updates to Windows 10 were not integrated: • KB2952664 - Windows 7 update compatibility update (for upgrading to Windows 10) • KB3021917 - update for Windows 7 (for upgrading to Windows 10) • KB3068708 - update for Windows 7 (Diagnostics and Telemetry tracking service) • KB3080149 - update for Windows 7 (Diagnostics and Telemetry tracking service)
Activation
If the key is not blocked by Microsoft at the time of release: (Note: it is already blocked!) The OS is automatically activated by the MAK key online after installation is complete. For such a case, the distribution includes AAct 3.2 by Ratiborus dated 03/11/2017
Note!
If you have a legal key and want to replace it with your own, follow the instructions: Open the Windows 7 Enterprise SP1 Original or Compact image in UltraISO Premium Edition Open the \sources\$OEM$\$$\SETUP\SCRIPTS UltraISO folder with the drive open and the path \ sources\$OEM$\$$\SETUP\SCRIPTS do not close, you will need it later. In the open SCRIPTS folder there will be a file SetupComplete.cmd, copy it to any place convenient for you (for example, on the Desktop), right-click on it -> change. Replace the key that you see there with yours (replace only the key, do not touch anything else, do not delete spaces), then in notepad (this file was opened in it) click File -> Save (or CTRL + S) Go to UltraISO again and delete the SetupComplete.cmd file from the disk. Drag your SetupComplete.cmd file with the replaced key there. In UltraISO, click the save button. You're done!
Checksums:
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How to find out the version of Windows 7
If the user does not know which edition of Windows 7 is installed on his computer, there are several ways to obtain the necessary information. Read the article on how to find out the version of Windows published on my website.
Here is one way to find out the edition of Windows 7:
- Go to the Start menu.
- Right-click on “Computer” and select “Properties” from the context menu.
- The View Basic Information About Your PC window will display information about your Windows edition and some PC specifications.
Pay attention to the bitness of the operating system: 32-bit or 64-bit Windows. This may be needed when reinstalling the system, installing drivers, selecting programs of the appropriate bit depth, etc.
Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Home Premium is designed for home users. Unlike the Home Basic Edition, the Home Advanced Edition has online games, Windows Media Center, Windows DVD Maker for burning discs, full support for Windows Aero, and other useful features.
You may also be interested in:
- Comparison of Windows 10 versions: table
- Installing Windows 7
Perhaps the Home Premium version of Windows 7 is optimal for home use.
Windows 7 comparison of editions: table
The summary table contains the main characteristics of all editions of Windows 7: Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Ultimate.
This table has horizontal scrolling due to the fact that all columns do not fit the width of the article.
| Editorial staff | Windows 7 Starter | Windows 7 Home Basic | Windows 7 Home Premium | Windows 7 Professional | Windows 7 Ultimate | Windows 7 Enterprise |
| Distribution method | OEM licenses | Retail and OEM licenses | Retail and OEM licenses | Retail, OEM licenses, corporate licenses | Retail and OEM licenses | Corporate licenses |
| Maximum physical memory (32-bit) | 2GB | 4GB | 4GB | 4GB | 4GB | 4GB |
| Maximum physical memory (64-bit) | No | 8GB | 16 GB | 192GB | 192GB | 192GB |
| 64-bit version | No | Yes, only in OEM version | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Number of physical processors | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Windows Recovery Center | No domain support | No domain support | No domain support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Home group | Join only | Join only | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Desktop | Client only | Client only | Client only | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Multiple monitors | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Fast user switching | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Windows Aero | No | Basic theme | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Changing the desktop background image | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Desktop Window Manager | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mobility Center | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-touch support | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Online Games | No | No | Yes | Yes, disabled | Yes | Yes, disabled |
| Windows Media Center | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Windows DVD Maker | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Parental control | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Windows Defender | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Windows Firewall | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| EFS (Encrypting File System) | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Print based on network location | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Presentation mode | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Joining a Windows Domain | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Windows XP Mode | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Software Restriction Policies | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| AppLocker | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| BitLocker | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| BitLocker To Go | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| BranchCache | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| DirectAccess | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Subsystem for UNIX applications | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Multilingual User Interface Pack | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Creating and connecting VHD | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Boot from VHD | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Launching system snap-ins | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Very briefly, where to start installing Windows 7 Enterprise 64 bit, first of all, download the original iso image of Windows 7 Enterprise via torrent from the link above. Install a program for burning Windows onto a flash drive or disk (Rufus or UltraISO) and open the Windows 7 iso image through one of them. We insert a USB drive of 4 GB into the computer and create a bootable USB flash drive with the original Windows 7 64 bit. Upon completion, reboot the computer and select our flash drive as the bootloader to begin the installation. The installation process is clear and completely in Russian; be sure to install Windows 7 on a formatted partition, saving important data to another disk in advance. When the system is installed, you will see the desktop and the trash icon, this means that the system has been successfully installed. All you have to do is activate and install the drivers and programs you need. Windows 7 original Corporate 64-bit Russian version for installation on a PC or laptop, a clean Windows 7 64bit system without unnecessary junk.
Minimum requirements for reinstalling Windows 7 Enterprise 64 bit:
Processor: 1 GHz RAM: 2GB Hard disk space: 20 GB (24 GB recommended) Video card: WDDM 1.0 with DirectX9 support
Features of the original Windows 7 Enterprise 64 bit:
Microsoft developers have integrated all the required tools and capabilities into the system. The original Windows 7 Enterprise x64 allows routines to work in compatibility mode with any environment (Linux / Unix / XP). The system of work in corporate networks has been increased and optimized, and the best productivity is observed using Windows Server. The system for indexing data in large-scale networks has also been improved. It is also worth noting the security of personal data and a license with long-term maintenance and the ability to upgrade to the top ten.
Advantages of Windows 7 Enterprise 64 bit
Windows 7 Enterprise x64 is an original image with which there are no problems in manually installing updates, which is very often required in closed corporate networks. It is possible to remove individual update components on demand. Unlike previous Windows 7, this specialized one has undergone some modernization. Important technologies are:
— DirectAccess – Secure access to the corporate network. The component allows you to connect to a closed server via the Internet without using a VPN. Protection in this case is carried out using authorization via NAP, and at the same time traffic is encrypted via IPsec, excluding blocking of providers; - BitLocker/BitLocker To Go - has a set of useful functions for protecting personal data - encryption, protection and creation of access keys; - Enterprise Search Scopes - In simple words, this is an improved navigation system for searching information, components, programs and routines on other PCs within the local network; — AppLocker is an indispensable assistant for system administrators. Using this component, you can set whether or not to allow certain programs to run. With “deep” configuration, this can be done remotely;
Installing and activating Windows 7 Enterprise
The disk image of the original Windows 7 Enterprise x64 already has additional drivers for installation via USB and a standard bootloader. For mobile computers without a disk drive, you can install via a flash drive, preferably under UEFI using the Rufus program. In other cases, for full OS support, it is better to use a DVD and not change the BIOS settings.
As a rule, all computers in offices are the same in their components. In such cases, the option of cloning installed Windows on other computers is acceptable.
To activate, you can use the KMS activator or Loader. You can download them on our website. If security is a priority, then a multi-user corporate activation key is purchased from official Microsoft representatives.
