Windows 7, the new Microsoft operating system that went on sale Thursday, is getting good reviews. But is it right for you?

Windows 7, the new Microsoft operating system that went on sale Thursday, is getting good reviews. But is it right for you?

After eight years and a lot of grumbling — Vista, anyone? — Microsoft has finally released a new operating system that people seem excited about.

Windows 7, which went on sale Thursday, promises a smoother user experience, multi-touchscreen capability and more seamless networking with other computers.

Early reviews have been good.

“We think it’s a far superior product to the previous Microsoft operating systems,” says Vishal Dhar, co-founder of iYogi, a tech services company. “It’s got a more intuitive interface.”

Great. But it is right for you? Which version of the software best fits your needs? And are there tricks to installing Windows 7 and navigating its new features?

We anticipate seven of the most common questions about Windows 7 and offer some advice: Continue Reading »