What edition is good windows better 7. Choosing the best version of Windows.

In this article I will try to answer the question, which Windows 7 is better and what should I look for when choosing. But before you compare 2 things between you, it is necessary to determine by what criterion you are going to compare them, otherwise the comparison will be incorrect.

I draw your attention to the fact that everything that is written in this article is purely my personal opinion, which comes from personal experience and does not pretend to be an absolute truth.

Suppose you ask yourself the question: “Which car is better, KAMAZ 65117 or Audi A4”? Naturally, the counter question should immediately follow: “Better for what?”. Or "Better by what criterion?". Obviously, by the criterion of comfort and speed, Audi will overtake the KAMAZ, but will lose to it by the criterion of carrying capacity. With Windows 7, everything is almost the same. Therefore, I will break this article into several parts.

Which Windows 7 is better, licensed or pirated?

The logical conclusion is: if you install a pirated version, then you can put the Maximum If you buy, then pay attention. The average Home Expanded user is enough with his head.

There is a widespread misperception that different editions of Windows 7 have different performance. Naturally, it is not. Everything windows version 7 same bitness  have the same speed and can run similar programs. The only nuance that may have anything to do with performance is that there is no interface support in the Initial Version. Windows aero  (in other editions it is enabled by default), and if your computer is weak, then perhaps a small performance gain can be obtained,.

Windows 7 which bit better than x86 or x64?

In addition to the various versions (releases), in Windows 7 there is another parameter - the bit. All 32-bit (x86) operating Systems  support up to 4GB random access memorytherefore if your computer has 4GB and more, then you need to install the 64-bit version (otherwise you will see 4GB or even less in the system properties). In addition, in a 64-bit operating system, the performance in some applications may be higher (by several percent), but in practice this is hardly noticeable.

Consider that not all processors support the x64 platform, therefore, an operating system can be installed on them only 32-bit. This is especially true of old processors, and some new ones, for example, netbook processors.
  Any 64-bit processor can be supplied with both x86 and x64 operating systems.

The x86-64 command set is currently supported:

• AMD - Z-series processors (for example, AMD Z-03), C-series (for example, AMD C-60), G-series (for example, AMD T56N), E-series (for example, AMD E-450), E1 , E2, A4, A6, A8, A10, FX, Athlon 64, Athlon 64 FX, Athlon 64 X2, Athlon II, Phenom, Phenom II, Turion 64, Turion 64 X2, Turion II, Opteron, latest models of Sempron;
• Intel (with minor additions) called "Intel 64" (formerly known as "EM64T" and "IA-32e") in later models of Pentium 4 processors, as well as in Pentium D, Pentium Extreme Edition, Celeron D, Celeron G-series , Celeron B-series, Pentium Dual-Core, Pentium T-series, Pentium P-series, Pentium G-series, Pentium B-series, Core 2 Duo, Core 2 Quad, Core 2 Extreme, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, Atom and Xeon;
• VIA - Nano, Eden, QuadCore processors.

In the near future, all desktops and their operating systems will be 64-bit, and as long as the future has not come, a 32-bit version can be installed on older computers, even if the processor supports the x64 architecture.

It used to be that some programs worked poorly on 64-bit Windows (XP, Vista), especially games and drivers, which were written only for 32-bit, but with the advent of Windows 7 x64 the situation has improved significantly and most 32-bit programs now work fine in 64-bit Windows 7. However, for some programs (especially old ones that are not updated) and drivers compatibility problem remains. That's why in general  on an outdated computer (where the RAM is less than 4GB), it is better to install 32-bit Windows 7.

But if the computer is very old (it has a weak processor and less RAM than 1GB), then you can not even look towards Windows 7.

How to find out the bitness of your Windows (XP, 7 or Vista), I already.

Which build of Windows 7 is better?

Every different opinion on this matter, but I have already stated my above. Despite the fact that several of my friends have been sitting on different Windows builds for a couple of years (without reinstalling), I believe that if you have already decided to install a pirated version, then you definitely need to install it only from the original Microsoft image. A build, such as Zver Edition, is, in general, evil, they are beautiful only externally, and inside there can be a lot of glitches. Although, I repeat, I do not deny that in nature there are quite successful, stable handicrafts that are beautiful and externally, and have convenient functionality, for example, the Office already installed, Nero, etc., but it is much more convenient for me to install all the necessary ones myself. programs.

Of course, you decide.

Before installing the operating system, many have a question - Which Windows 7 is better to put on your computer. There are several operating system releases. It:

Starter (Initial)

Ultimate (Maximum)

Well, there is also a version of Enterpise (Corporate), but I think the name speaks for itself and we do not consider it. And here the Russian mentality comes into force and says - The more the better. And what more, hell knows, if only it was. Well, if chickens don’t bite money, then let it be, although it’s not clear what and for what. But if you are going to buy a licensed Windows operating system, and family budget  bursting at the seams (but still really want to), then you should read this article, on how to choose the most suitable Windu for your computer, while saving 5 thousand rubles.

First, let's consider the cost of each. Here is an approximate price summary for operating theaters. windows systems  7 (prices are considered for boxed versions, i.e. boxes with discs):

Starter (Initial) - price around 1500 rubles

Home Basic (Home Basic)  - 3000 r

Home Premium (Home Premium)  - 5000 r

Professional (Professional)  - 8500 r

Ultimate (Maximum)  - up to 11500 r

Now let's consider the difference between all these issues from each other. First of all, the higher the version of the program, the more functionality, features and gadgets it has. Let's start with the most stripped down and go ascending

Windows 7 Starter (Initial)

The main difference of this edition from other versions is that it comes out only in 32 bit format. There is no 64 bit version. The most that there is incomprehensible in it, so it is not possible to create and play DVD discs  (as if the eggs were cut off). Also, it does not have the support of such graphic features as an effect. Aero. There are no scissors in it yet, notes. No remote desktop connectivity. You can not change the wallpaper on your desktop. In short, there is no nichrome in her and I don’t even want to write anything about her (but I will). Trimmed as soon as possible. Also deprived of its support for multiple monitors, printing over the network. Well, in principle, the most basic thing that does not exist. But she flies with a bang!

Conclusion: just right for netbooks, old computers and devices with low productivity.

Home Basic (Home Basic)

This version is practically no different from the previous version. Is that in it appeared the center of mobility. That's basically all the differences. Nearby left. Why such a difference in price can not even say. Microsoft has its own cockroaches in our head and we perfectly see it on the recently released Windows 8.

Conclusion: also suitable for laptops with low productivity or old computers.

Home Premium (Home Premium)

Here we are already witnessing the appearance of a 64-bit version for more productive computers with support for 64-bit architecture, or in other words, four nuclear processors. More graphics capabilities appear, such as the inclusion of an effect. Aeroand automatic change  desktop wallpaper. It is possible to create and play DVD discs. Appeared full-featured Windows Media Center. There is support for multiple monitors, scissors (I never used it and I don’t understand what to cut it with), notes. There is support for tablet computers. In principle, this is a more complete version of the operating system. And you can already think about her purchase.

Conclusion: suitable for more productive computers and laptops. Not bad for games.

Professional (Professional)

What are the main differences of this version of Windows from the previous one. It has the ability to run applications that you previously used on Windows XP, which is good news, because in previous versions they will not work, and here this feature is implemented. You can also make a restore point and archive data through the network. It is possible to print, taking into account the network location, connection to a remote desktop.

Conclusion: suitable for more productive computers and laptops. Good for games, including network.

Ultimate (Maximum)

In short, it has everything that Microsoft invented for Windows 7 operating systems. But here’s a question. Do you need it? Unlikely. What are the differences from previous versions. Basically, this is a BitLocker feature to protect data from being stowed on computer hard drives or removable media. There are also improvements to the virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), corporate search areas, direct loading from the virtual hard drive, DirectAccess, BranchCache, AppLocker. If these words tell you something (which I very much doubt), then you can think about purchasing this version.

Yes, and there is still no possibility of choosing the system language from 35 different (Do you need it? If you are not a polyglot, of course).

Here is a brief overview of the various editions of the Windows 7 operating system.

Conclusion:  I think the most optimal one for homework is Home Premium or Home Premium. Well, you can still think about buying Professional (Professional)also not bad for home use. You can not even look at the rest.

More details can be found here in this summary table of capabilities of various OS versions

Opportunities	Windows 7   Starter	Windows 7   Home basic	Windows 7   Home   Premium	Windows 7   Professional	Windows 7   Ultimate
Taskbar and Jump Lists	+	+	+	+	+
Search	+	+	+	+	+
Join home group	+	+	+	+	+
Windows media player	+	+	+	+	+
Backup and Restore	+	+	+	+	+
Advanced Media Playback	+	+	+	+	+
Support Center	+	+	+	+	+
Device Stage (device connection algorithm)	+	+	+	+	+
	+	+	+	+	+
Bluetooth support	+	+	+	+	+
Fax and Scanner	+	+	+	+	+
Base games	+	+	+	+	+
Credential Manager	+	+	+	+	+
Number of applications	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited
Preview thumbnails from the taskbar		+	+	+	+
Fast User Switching		+	+	+	+
Creating a dedicated wireless network		+	+	+	+
Multi-monitor support		+	+	+	+
Windows Mobility Center (without presentation settings)		+	+	+	+
Aero - transparent windows and easy navigation			+	+	+
Aero - Background			+	+	+
Windows Touch (support for multi-touch and handwriting)			+	+	+
Creating a homegroup			+	+	+
Windows Media Center			+	+	+
Remote Multimedia Streaming			+	+	+
DVD video playback and authoring			+	+	+
Premium game			+	+	+
Scissors (Snipping Tool), Sticky Notes, Windows Journal			+	+	+
Windows Slideshow (Auxiliary Display)			+	+	+
Print from known placement (Location Aware Printing)				+	+
Domain Registration and Group Policy Control				+	+
Remote Desktop				+	+
Extended backup  (Network and Group Policy)				+	+
Encrypted file system				+	+
Windows XP Mode				+	+
Windows Mobility Center: Presentation Mode				+	+
Offline folders				+	+
Windows BitLocker and BitLocker To Go (data encryption)					+
Windows applocker					+
DirectAccess (replacement of reliable virtual private networks (VPN))					+
Windows BranchCache (Network Load Management)					+
Multilingual User Interface Packages					+
Enterprise Search Scopes (search information in the corporate network)					+
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Enhancements					+
Boot from HVD					+

Also detailed pivot table  features of these issues can be viewed on the official website

Comparing which version of the Windows 7 operating system is better is just as unwise as, for example, a sports BMW and KAMAZ. With such a comparison, it is always logical to ask the question: what is the best for what purposes and by what criterion? Consider each version of the operating system to determine which one is suitable for what needs.

   To date, there are 6 types of Windows 7 operating system. Each of them has its own features, functionality and capabilities. At the same time, the cost of licensed versions is growing in direct proportion to their "tricked". The first in the list is Starter. Its price starts at around 1,500 rubles. This edition is the most truncated, it comes out only in the format of 32 bits. DVDs in this version of Windows 7 are not lost or created. TO remote table  There is no possibility to connect, and you can not change the wallpaper on your desktop. Does not support the initial edition of the graphic effect Aero. This is a budget operating system that is perfect for netbooks, low-performance gadgets and old computers. The home base version (Home Basic) is usually twice as expensive as the previous one. True in terms of functionality  this edition is far from gone. The only difference from the initial version is the presence of a mobility center. This operating system is also suitable for devices with low productivity.

   Home Premium (Home Premium) edition of Windows 7 costs around 5 thousand rubles. This version is already 64-bit. That is, it is suitable for quad-core processors. Home Premium has great graphics capabilities. You can change the wallpaper on your desktop, there is the effect of Aero, play and create DVD discs. Windows Media Center is also much more functional. This version is supported by tablet computers as well. Home extended version may well be suitable for games and more or less productive devices.

Professional (Professional) version of the OS opens up new opportunities for the user. Its cost begins in the region of 8500 rubles. Applications that you used in the Windows XP operating system and that did not work in weaker versions of Windows 7 will run in a professional edition. You can archive data through the network, connect to a remote desktop. Ideal for games - both ordinary and network.

   Maximum (Ultimate) version contains all the innovations that Windows 7 can boast of. It costs around 11,500 rubles. For a normal user, features that make the Maximum version different from previous ones may seem useless. This, for example, BitLocker, which protects data from theft, improved infrastructure of virtual desktops, BranchCache, DirectAccess and other "tricky" properties.

   Corporate (Enterprise) edition of the Windows 7 operating system is not much different from the maximum. Its only plus is the possibility of activation with one key on several computers at the same time. However, after the launch of this OS, not all applications will be available in free mode.

Experts advise using the Home Extended or Professional versions for your home device. It makes no sense to spend extra money on the rest if you do not plan to use your computer for any specific purposes.

Many users are wondering when buying a DVD with Windows 7, and which version is better is Starter (Home), Home Basic (Home Basic), Home Premium (Home Advanced), Professional (Professional), Ultimate (Maximum) or Enterprise (Corporate). Of course, when choosing a version, one has to proceed not only from the size of your wallet, but also from considerations of what exactly you want to receive from the operating system. It is clear that the versions differ not only by a perceptible price difference.
  Similar, even more complete information can be found on the Microsoft website. But I will try to tell here more briefly and in a language more accessible to ordinary users.

Windows 7 Starter

Windows 7 Starter (Initial) is designed for 32-bit systems and is able to handle only up to 2 GB of RAM. The first versions of Starter (Initial) were designed to run no more than three applications at the same time, that is, you could simultaneously allow the browser, player and Skyre to be enabled. Later Starter (Initial) was improved and now supports simultaneous launch of several applications. No matter how much RAM your hardware has, at least 4 GB or more, but Windows 7 Starter will still only process 2 GB. In Starter, there is not even a standard “Windows 7” interface; there is only a basic “Windows 7” interface. There is no possibility of connecting through it to the Internet additional computers.

  Windows 7 Home Basic

At first, Microsoft was intended to be implemented only in developing countries and for 32-bit systems. In Russia, OEMs are widely distributed (that is, you can immediately buy a computer in a store with Home Base installed) and Retail versions of Windows 7 Home Basic (Home Base) for 64-bit systems.

Windows 7 Home Premium (Home Premium)

A very popular and widespread system used both at home and at work, where there are not too high computer requirements. A simple creation of a home network appeared here, you can connect computers to a printer, thanks to your home group, that is, now your computer can act as a host computer. Finally, you can explore the new Aero Glass interface and discover the new features of the Aero Peek and Aero Shake desktop. With this version of Windows 7, additional games have appeared.

Windows 7 Professional (Professional)

Here, opportunities immediately increased markedly. Now you can use applications created for Windows XP. That is, on Windows 7 Professional (Professional) you can install virtual machine, via windows programs VirtualPC. This program can be downloaded for free from the Microsoft website, after checking your operating system for authenticity. The check is simple - download a special file for this from the Microsoft website, launch it, after a couple of minutes the computer informs you that the installed operating system is genuine. There was a function "join to the domain", with which you can safely and simply connect to corporate networks. Added function of archiving data in the work and home network.

Windows 7 Ultimate

Added with the function of disk encryption using BitLocker, the purpose of this function is to protect the data stored on your computer against theft or loss.
  There was a function to configure the interface in one of 35 languages. There are the most common languages: English, Arabic, Bulgarian, Hungarian, Greek, Danish, Hebrew, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, German, Dutch, German, Mongolian, Estonian, Romanian, French, Japanese, etc. ..

Windows 7 Enterprise (Enterprise)

There is nothing special to add, because Enterprise (Corporate) is the usual Ultimate (Maximum), but Microsoft allows it to be activated on several computers at once with one key. After installing Enterprise (Enterprise), you may encounter a problem that not all applications on it can be launched for free. When trying to run Adobe Reader  XI, the computer wrote to me that there is no free support for this application for corporate systems.

  “Maximum”, “Professional”, “Home Advanced” can be installed on a virtual machine. The same versions can play DVDs without requiring you to install additional plugins. They also have Windows Media Center (a program used to watch several hundred television channels from around the world, but this requires a TV tuner).

  Suppose you ask yourself the question: “Which car is better, KAMAZ 65117 or Audi A4”? Naturally, the counter question should immediately follow: “Better for what?”. Or "Better by what criterion?". Obviously, by the criterion of comfort and speed, Audi will overtake the KAMAZ, but will lose to it by the criterion of carrying capacity. With Windows 7, everything is almost the same. Therefore, I will break this article into several parts.

Which Windows 7 is better, licensed or pirated?

In general, there is no difference what kind of Windows 7 to use, licensed or pirated. The number of functions (exactly like glitches) will be the same.

However, if we are talking about the use of so-called assemblies of Windows 7, which are made by folk craftsmen, the probability of errors in them increases dramatically. But "piracy" has nothing to do with it. Simply, those who make these “assemblies”, firstly, can cut off or add too much, secondly, there are no guarantees that some virus or trojan will not be introduced there. Therefore, it is better and safer to use original, clean distributions.

The second trick when using unlicensed copies of Windows 7 may be the need for its hacking. To do this, on the Internet distributed programs activators of unknown origin, many of which are infected with viruses. Therefore, it is better to use only proven activators, for example, those recommended by people on the forum.
  Which version (release) of Windows 7 is better? (Primary, Home base, Home extended, Professional, Maximum)

In short, the Ultimate version is the best, but it’s also the most expensive. In addition, the usefulness of those functions that are present in it, can be questioned (for the average home user). Moreover, many of these functions can be replaced if desired. third-party applications. For example, data encryption can be replaced by programs like TrueCrypt, remote desktop by programs like Radmin or UltraVNC (there is free version). Etc.

But the cheapest version - Initial (Starter) - is so limited that it exists only in 32-bit format, besides, there is even no way to change the desktop background (however, you can change the screen image of the login).

The logical conclusion is: if you install a pirated version, then you can put the Maximum If you buy, then pay attention to the functionality of each release. The average Home Expanded user is enough with his head.

There is a widespread misperception that different editions of Windows 7 have different performance. Naturally, it is not. All versions of Windows 7 of the same bitness have the same speed and can run the same program. The only nuance that may have anything to do with performance is that the Initial version does not support the Windows Aero interface (it is enabled by default in other editions), and if your computer is weak, then there may be a slight performance gain can be obtained by disabling it.
  Windows 7 which bit better than x86 or x64?

In addition to the various versions (releases), in Windows 7 there is another parameter - the bit. All 32-bit (x86) operating systems support up to 4GB of RAM, so if your computer has 4GB or more, then you need to install the 64-bit version (otherwise you will see 4GB or even less in the system properties). In addition, in a 64-bit operating system, the performance in some applications may be higher (by several percent), but in practice this is hardly noticeable.

Consider that not all processors support the x64 platform, therefore, an operating system can be installed on them only 32-bit. This is especially true of old processors, and some new ones, for example, netbook processors.
   Any 64-bit processor can be supplied with both x86 and x64 operating systems.

The x86-64 command set is currently supported:

AMD - Z-series processors (for example, AMD Z-03), C-series (for example, AMD C-60), G-series (for example, AMD T56N), E-series (for example, AMD E-450), E1 , E2, A4, A6, A8, A10, FX, Athlon 64, Athlon 64 FX, Athlon 64 X2, Athlon II, Phenom, Phenom II, Turion 64, Turion 64 X2, Turion II, Opteron, latest models of Sempron;

Intel (with minor additions) called "Intel 64" (formerly known as "EM64T" and "IA-32e") in later models of Pentium 4 processors, as well as in Pentium D, Pentium Extreme Edition, Celeron D, Celeron G-series , Celeron B-series, Pentium Dual-Core, Pentium T-series, Pentium P-series, Pentium G-series, Pentium B-series, Core 2 Duo, Core 2 Quad, Core 2 Extreme, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, Atom and Xeon;

VIA - Nano, Eden, QuadCore processors.

In the near future, all desktops and their operating systems will be 64-bit, and as long as the future has not come, a 32-bit version can be installed on older computers, even if the processor supports the x64 architecture.

It used to be that some programs worked poorly on 64-bit Windows (XP, Vista), especially games and drivers, which were written only for 32-bit, but with the advent of Windows 7 x64 the situation has improved significantly and most 32-bit programs now work fine in 64-bit Windows 7. However, for some programs (especially old ones that are not updated) and drivers, the compatibility problem remains. That is why, in general, on an outdated computer (where the RAM is less than 4GB), it is better to install 32-bit Windows 7.

But if the computer is very old (it has a weak processor and less RAM than 1GB), then you can not even look towards Windows 7.

How to find out the capacity of your Windows (XP, 7 or Vista), I already wrote here.
  Which build of Windows 7 is better?

Every different opinion on this matter, but I have already stated my above. Despite the fact that several of my friends have been sitting on different Windows builds for a couple of years (without reinstalling), I believe that if you have already decided to install a pirated version, then you definitely need to install it only from the original Microsoft image. A build, such as Zver Edition, is, in general, evil, they are beautiful only externally, and inside there can be a lot of glitches. Although, I repeat, I do not deny that in nature there are quite successful, stable handicrafts that are beautiful and externally, and have convenient functionality, for example, the Office already installed, Nero, etc., but it is much more convenient for me to install all the necessary ones myself. programs.

Of course, you decide.