Windows 7 XP Mode also needs to install antivirus software

The so-called Windows7 XP model is Microsoft's Virtual PC technology that allows Windows 7 users to perform Windows XP-specific, but not for Windows Vista applications. In terms of technology, XP mode requires a more powerful system than a stand-alone Windows 7 or XP, including at least 2GB of memory and a virtualized system with an Intel or AMD chip level. Most recently generated computers support this technology, but most of the 07 notebooks are not supported.

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The core of XP mode has two major items: Windows Virtual PC Engine and an authorized Windows XP Service Pack 3. Although neither is included in the retail boxed version of Windows 7, customers who purchase Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Enterprise, or Windows 7 ultimate Three will be free to download the XP mode.

XP mode is superior to the one point of Microsoft's existing virtualization products, is that after the program is completed, the Windows XP virtual machine is behind the scenes, the user does not need to manage multiple desktops. XP mode automatically installs shortcuts to the XP program into the Windows 7 Start menu. The operation after that is similar to VMware Fusion and parallels virtual products operating mode. XP mode is not a security solution. Users must install antivirus software in Windows 7 desktops and Windows XP virtual machines, respectively, in order to fully protect the system. At the same time, we have to ensure that the system in XP Mode in time to install the latest system patches, otherwise it will cause security problems.