Use the video and Web page links below to help acquaint yourself with the University of Washington Bothell's new standard operating system for Windows based computers, Microsoft Windows 7.
It's important to us that you experience a smooth and productive transition from XP to Windows 7 so don't hesitate to call or email us at 2-3456 or it@uwb.edu
How is Windows 7 different from XP
- Taskbar shows previews of open windows
- Arranging and resizing windows is quick and efficient
- Get easy access to your programs
- Find what you're looking for quickly and easily
Quick comparison of Windows XP and Windows 7
- Pin items (programs documents) to the Taskbar
- Thumbnail previews of all open files by hovering on icon
- Detailed glance by pointing to one of the small previews
- Click small icon to bring to front
- Move taskbar items where you want them
Tutorials:
Windows 7 Taskbar
The new Windows 7 Taskbar
Videos:
Taskbar, Jump Lists and Windows Management Video
Taskbar, Jump Lists and Arranging Windows Video
Jump Lists
- Replaces "My Recent Documents"
- Files organized by program/application, right click then open file
- Open another window of program, right click, click program name
- Close all windows
- Available on Start menu on Programs pinned to top and recently used programs
- Pin favorite items to jump list, change order and unpin
Tutorial:
Jump lists revealed.
Videos:
Working with Jump lists - a detailed view
Managing programs and items with Jump Lists
Window Management
- Aero Peek
- Aero Shake
- Compare Side by Side
- Full Screen
- Keyboard shortcuts
Tutorial:
Alt+Tab and Win +Tab
Videos:
Detailed look at the new Windows 7 desktop - requires Microsoft Silverlight
Getting Around the Desktop reference guide
Search
- Quickly find a file or folder
- You can now find programs with search
- Narrow your search by date, file type and other categories
Tutorials:
Searching step-by-step
Find a file for folder instructions
Videos:
Quick overview of the new Windows 7 search features
Outlook 2010 Help Checklist
Exploring Windows 7 in More Depth