Thursday, February 17, 2011

Official Download from 22 February: Windows 7 SP1: This is what the final Service Pack!

After one and the "" (RC) Microsoft is offering 22 February, the Windows 7 Service Pack 1 for download. The SP1 update not only the Vista successor, but also Windows 2008 R2. Choice of variants for the 32 - and 64-bit version operating system, the German language also supports the service pack. Whether you already have SP1 installed, check by clicking on the Start menu and typing "winver" in the search box.

The impact of the Service Pack 1 are minimal on the functionality of Windows 7 - expect more of a collection of security updates and improved stability. The work of SP1 in two ways: Either you download the complete package and run the installation wizard - this option, Microsoft offers starting from 22 February onwards.

Or wait until the software giant, the Service Pack 1 via the update service "Windows Update" offers - this invites Windows 7 downloads only the changes that are not already on your computer. Those who expect the SP1 a colorful bouquet of new features that experienced a disappointment: The service pack is a collection of important improvements in security and stability - the installation offers no new features.

Nevertheless, the lack SP1 on any Windows 7 PC! By the update, make sure that you have missed since the publication of the Vista successor, no major updates, closing any weaknesses in the operating system. The installation went smoothly in the test: You need to set up the schedule SP1 than half an hour, at this time, Windows 7 by a restart.

Although no problems occurred in the newsroom, one before installing the SP1 is recommended. Who on his computer still a beta version or the "release candidate" has the SP1, you must delete them before installing the final version only. The most convenient way possible, the "Uninstall Programs" from Control Panel under the menu: click "View installed updates", search for the Select Service Pack 1 and.

The "release candidate" work until 30 November 2011, from 30 June, you remember the operating system to the impending end of support. They want this week to switch to Windows 7? From the Start menu to Control Panel: Scroll through the gallery and give you an impression of the user interface.

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