Microsoft Corp. will unveil an add-on to Windows 7 that lets users run applications designed for Windows XP in a virtual machine, the company confirmed Friday — the first time Microsoft has relied on ...

It seems as if every vendor is putting out new products or touting old products designed to help make Windows 7 a good platform, or to cement justification for desktop virtualization projects. [ For ...

Application compatibility is one of the most difficult obstacles users face when migrating from Windows XP to Windows 7. Fortunately, Microsoft offers some solutions, including XP Mode. This week, as ...

Doug Smith, Global channel chief for VMware, recently spoke with CRN Editor News Steven Burke and Senior Editor Kevin McLaughlin about a wide range of topics including the Windows 7 virtualization ...

Martin upgraded Virtual PC 2007 to SP1, and gave the Windows 7 beta the 1024 MB of RAM it needs. Now the VM Additions install, but the sound drivers won't. It's still better than last week. As I ...

If you virtualize it, you can't run the new Dx10 Aero replacement on Windows 7, as Vm-Ware does not not have a WDDM driver for the virtual display adapter available.

For companies eager to upgrade to Windows 7, testing for application compatibility is crucial for a smooth deployment. But OS testing is a well-known IT time and resource drain that requires ...

Microsoft’s new flagship desktop operating system is here. The failure of Windows Vista, combined with the lengthy exposure the public has had to Windows 7 during the development process have resulted ...

CodeWeavers on Tuesday announced the release of CrossOver 7, its Windows virtualization software for Intel-based Macs. CrossOver enables Intel-based Macs to run Windows applications. It works ...

The operating system’s end-of-life date is just weeks away, but those who don’t complete the transition in time still have a few options for support. Russell Smith is a technology consultant and ...

Doug Smith, Global channel chief for VMware, recently spoke with CRN Editor News Steven Burke and Senior Editor Kevin McLaughlin about a wide range of topics including the Windows 7 virtualization ...