When netbooks were introduced they saw a number of restrictions if they wanted to run the Windows XP operating system which, given Vista’s hefty requirements, was the only usable Windows choice. This time around they’ve eased up.

Microsoft is allowing netbook manufacturers to preload whatever version of the Windows 7 OS they’re content with no matter the machine’s specs. Of course you won’t likely find a copy of Windows 7 Ultimate on a bargain basement netbook so they’re somewhat safe on the hardware requirements front.

Good news for those fearing hardware requirements that would stop their shiny new netbook from running the best version of Windows 7.

Source: TG Daily

Microsoft’s Windows 7 has a slew of performance and user friendliness improvements under the hood but figuring out which OS version is right for you or if it’s even worth upgrading your PC to the new operating system gets a bit tricky.

The company has prepared a number of helpful links and utilities that can help you choose the right OS version, whether a retail or upgrade version is the correct choice for you, or if you should even bother installing it at all.

Most new computers sold in the last 4 years should be able to handle the OS but if, in general, a copy of the software costs more than your computer is actually worth an investment in a new computer with Windows 7 preloaded wouldn’t be a bad idea.

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