Explain the XP mode in Microsoft Windows 7 RC

Windows XP Mode (XPM) is a new feature that Microsoft has developed to enhance Windows 7 compatibility, allowing XP applications to run directly on the Windows 7 desktop via virtual technology. This technology was developed primarily to reduce program compatibility concerns for users to transition to Windows 7 platforms, especially when many applications from small and medium-sized enterprises require XP platforms to function well.

There have been a lot of test users getting a beta version of Windows XP mode, let's take a look at the Windows XP mode here.

This is the installation file for XP mode, where the "KB958559" patch needs to be installed before the main file "Virtualwindowsxp" can be installed after the reboot. With the filename, it's easy to see that XP mode is actually a virtual XP environment.

When you run the installation package, you are asked to enter a password first. This password is necessary, because some features need to have this password to use, so it is best to enter a password, and then check the bottom of the "Remember Credentials", you can save many times after the trouble to enter the password. In case you do not enter the password and click Next, you need to go to the Control Panel settings.

User Agreement description, usually something most people ignore.