Windows 7 Editions
Windows 7 Editions Comparison
This table summarizes the key differences between the editions:
Key Features
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Windows Taskbar and Jump Lists | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
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Internet Explorer 8 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
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Join a homegroup | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
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Home media streaming, | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
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Aero Glass and improved |
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desktop navigation |
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Windows Media Center^ and |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | |
Internet TV ¹ |
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Create a homegroup |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | |
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Windows XP Mode |
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Domain Join and Group Policy |
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| 3 | 3 | |
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Advanced Backup and Restore |
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| 3 | 3 | |
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BitLocker and BitLocker To Go |
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DirectAccess |
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Multilingual User Interface Packs |
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A more detailed comparison of features in each edition can be found in Appendix A.
^These features are not available in box for “N” or “KN” edition versions.
¹Internet access is required. Free Internet TV content varies by geography. Some content may require additional fees. Note: Windows Home Basic (not shown here) is only available in emerging markets.
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