So far, Windows 7 has left the gate with a strong start. Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer told analysts, partners and media attending the Windows 7 release party in New York that, so far, 45,000 retailers ...

Other Windows 7 security features are less apparent, especially those intended for businesses concerned with protecting not just one computer but an entire network. Among the most important new ...

The vast security architecture changes Microsoft introduced with Windows Vista led to problems that overshadowed the security advancements. As a result, Microsoft is now touting new features like ...

For both enterprises and consumers, one of the big draws of Windows 7 has been its tighter security features. Windows 7 has received mostly positive reviews for how it protects users from viruses and ...

A pair of researchers studying and comparing the code in Windows 7 and Windows 8 are claiming that Microsoft is giving security patches to Windows 8 that are not being rolled into Windows 7, but ...

Microsoft is killing support for certain old PCs running Windows 7 18 months ahead of schedule and hoping customers don't notice. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X (opens in a new ...

Do you understand and use the new security features in Windows 7? From encryption to malware fighters, here’s a look at the key Windows 7 tools that keep enterprise and home PCs safe and secure. For ...

Windows 7 brings several security enhancements that don't sacrifice usability The words Windows and security have not always been compatible. In the past, Microsoft’s quest to make its operating ...