Windows 7 Editions

Let’s have a look at Windows 7 Editions in this tutorial. There are several different versions of Microsoft Windows 7 operating system editions available:

• Windows 7 Starter
• Windows 7 Home Premium
• Windows 7 Home Basic
• Windows 7 Professional
• Windows 7 Enterprise
• Windows 7 Ultimate

Windows 7 Starter

Windows 7 Starter edition is a slimmed-down version of Windows 7, which is supplied pre-installed on inexpensive netbook computers. There is no ability to change the desktop wallpaper and the Windows Aero is not included

Windows 7 Home Premium

Windows 7 Home Premium is suitable for the home or small business. Contains Windows Media Center, Windows Aero, and touch-screen control functionality.

Windows 7 Home Basic

Windows 7 Home Basic is suitable for home users. It is only available in certain countries and has a cut-down feature list.

Windows 7 Professional

Windows 7 Professional is suitable for home enthusiasts and small and medium-scale business users and allows more networking features and functionality.

Windows 7 Enterprise

Windows 7 Enterprise is suitable for large organizations and is sold in volume licenses.

Windows 7 Ultimate

Windows 7 Ultimate is the same as the Windows 7 Enterprise edition but available to individuals.