1. Application compatibility
The core level of the Windows Vista operating system adopts a changed architecture, making the operating system itself safer than Windows XP. However, this requires a price; many applications need to be modified to operate normally in Windows Vista. At this time point in the life cycle of Windows Vista (Post Service Pack 1), most applications are now compatible, and Windows Vista was deployed to the desktop computer environment in the early days, it requires some strong and creative cohesive practices-not to mention staying up late for a few days. On the same infrastructure as Windows Vista
Windows 7 is created, so most applications maintain their compatibility between these two operating systems. This makes it easier to move Windows 7 from Windows XP to Windows Vista. If your organization is still standardized on Windows XP like other organizations, you need to move important applications to an updated version, however, the availability of Windows Vista compatible versions and proven good connections will make this work easier.
2. hardware compatibility and requirements
Because of high system requirements (such as Ram and graphics), early adoption of Windows Vista is as challenging as the compatibility of applications. On the other hand, Windows Vista provides manageability and security that Windows XP does not have, coupled with more powerful hardware, windows Vista can perform many practical functions to improve productivity (such as Windows Search 4 and Windows aero desktop experience ), and improve the computer's response speed (readyboost technology maintains a portion of frequently used applications in the memory, enabling applications to start more quickly ).
Windows 7 is designed to run smoothly on the same hardware that Windows Vista executes smoothly, and to provide additional performance and improve reliability. The design team for Windows 7 is particularly focused on building on and maintaining compatibility with existing applications and hardware. During the job, you will find that Windows 7 boot faster than Windows Vista, and use less memory.
3. complement Windows Server 2008
One of the important advantages of modern operating systems is that Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 use a common program code base and are maintained with a single service model. This service model allows you to share updates and security updates on client computers and servers, simplifying the process of maintaining the latest infrastructure.
In addition, the Windows Server 2008 and Windows 7 open environment not only extends the functionality but also ensures a safer environment. Taking directaccess as an example, this function allows you to manage and update remote mobile computers connected to the Internet, even if the computer is not connected to the enterprise network. This capability ensures that remote users receive security updates on a regular basis and allows it to update configuration settings through the "Group principle. For users, you do not need to use a virtual private network (VPN) to connect to the Internet. directaccess also allows users to access locations on the enterprise network (except Windows Server 2008 R2, directaccess needs to be implemented as IPSEC and IPv6 ).
4. Extend data encryption to mobile storage media
There are endless stories that companies cannot fully control sensitive information. In some industries, this may involve serious legal issues, which may cause inconvenience in other cases. In any case, Smart regulations still protect the security of sensitive information when laptop computers are lost or stolen. Further Preventing Leakage of sensitive information from enterprise resources is an important basis for effective provision of management principles.
The bitlocker technology included in Windows 7 was first implemented in Windows Vista, and now it provides complete encryption for the Boot Disk Area of the computer; then bitlocker to go is adopted, data protection is also provided for portable storage devices, such as USB flash drives. In addition, you can manage bitlocker disk drive encryption and bitlocker to go through the "Group principle" to improve control over sensitive data in the hands of professionals.
5. Control the user's available application combinations
The new applocker feature provided by Windows 7 allows IT system administrators to specify applications that are allowed to be executed on laptops or desktops. This feature helps you manage sensitive program authorization rules and control access permissions. More importantly, it helps reduce the chances of malicious programs being executed on client computers. Applocker provides a strong regular structure to specify which applications can be executed, and contains the "issuer rules" that keep the Rules complete through version updates ".
6. Use powerful instruction codes to automate daily work
To help it System Administrators more easily maintain consistent environments and improve personal productivity, Windows 7 contains the updated graphical Script Editor-Windows powershell 2.0, this is a powerful and complete script language that supports branch, loop, function, error detection, exception handling, and internationalization.
7. quick and effective troubleshooting
Windows 7 provides a wide range of tools for users to identify and solve technical problems on their own. If you still need to call the service center, Windows 7 also includes many features and troubleshooting tools, which can help speed up troubleshooting.
8. More efficient image creation, deployment, and management
Windows 7 includes some tools to make the creation and service deployment images smoother and as fast as possible for users to start execution.
The image service deployment and management (dism) tool in Windows 7 provides centralized location, offline creation and service of Windows images. With dism, you can use a single tool to perform many functions: mounting and Removing System images; adding, removing, and listing suites and drivers; enabling or disabling windows; setting international settings, and maintain inventory offline images that contain drivers, Suite features, and software updates. When managing Virtual Machine (vhd) and WIM image files in Windows 7, the same program and tool are also enabled.
Windows 7 also contains "dynamic driver deployment". The device driver is stored in an independent deployment image and can be dynamically projected based on the "plug-and-play identifier" of the hardware, or pre-determined based on information contained in the Basic Input/Input System (BiOS. Reducing the number of drivers on individual machines can reduce the number of conflicts that may occur. The ultimate goal is to minimize the set number and improve computer reliability.
When you are ready to deploy Windows 7, "multi-point transmission of multiple data streams" allows the server to "broadcast" image data to multiple clients at the same time, in addition, clients with similar bandwidth capabilities are divided into network data streams to achieve the fastest speed of transmission while optimizing bandwidth utilization.
9. easier transfer of user data and setting files
Windows 7 includes the Enhanced User State transfer tool (usmt), which you can use to move operating system settings, files, and other settings file data to another computer. In Windows 7, usmt reorganizes Computer Information and adds the hardlink transfer function, which stores user data and settings in the common location of the disk drive, to eliminate the need to "actual" move files during installation.
10. Improve the productivity of branch users
Branchcache used in Windows 7 is a technology used to retrieve frequently accessed content from remote files and web servers at the branch location. Therefore, users can access this information more quickly. Cache can be centrally hosted on servers located in the branch or distributed on users' computers. Here is a warning: to use branchcache, You need to deploy Windows Server 2008 R2 on the relevant server.
But there are also advantages: client virtualization can get better support. When a user connects to a virtual desktop, Windows 7 provides a rich user experience, which is very close to the user experience provided by the Native Windows desktop. For example, Windows 7 provides multi-monitor support, two-way audio to enable Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and voice recognition applications, and access local devices, such as printers.