The Windows Operating System mention to a family of OS developed by Microsoft Corporation. Microsoft Windows, commonly referred to as Windows. Windows was announced by Bill Gates on 10th November, 1983. We look at the history of Windows OS from 1983 to present day.
The Windows OS for Desktop PCs/Laptops are more formally called Microsoft Windows and actually a family of operating systems for personal computers. Windows dominated the personal computer/Laptop world by some estimates more than 80 percent of all PC. However, from beginning in the early 2000s, Windows OS supremacy has minimized with the growth of the Linux and Mac operating systems.
What was First Windows OS?
The first version of Windows Operating System MS-DOS launched in 1985. It resides simply a Graphical user interface offered as an extension of existing disk OS.
Windows 11 Release Date?
Microsoft Windows 11 released on June 24th 2021.
What was the First Popular Version of Windows?
Microsoft Windows 1.0 was the first independent and popular version which released on November 20th 1985.
Why there is No Windows 9?
Microsoft team skipped Windows 9 and gone for to windows 10 for a specific reason. Bill gates said that ‘Early testing revealed that there are many third party products had code in the form of Windows 9 by referring Windows 95 and Windows 98’.
What are the Different Types of OS?
Why Windows XP was Good?
The main feature of Windows XP OS endures the simplicity. Therefore, Microsoft given less attention on GUI features and more attention on safety/security and processing.
Is Windows XP Faster than Windows 10?
No. Windows 10 remains better and faster than windows XP. However, as per research it depends on your laptop/desktop specifications Windows XP will performing better than Windows 10.
Is Windows Operating System Developed in C?
Microsoft’s Windows OS kernel developed most of the part in C Programming language, with some parts in assembly language.
Details About Microsoft Windows Versions
Windows MS-DOS
MS-DOS full form is Microsoft Disk Operating System and is released in 1981.
This OS originally developed by Microsoft for IBM. MS-DOS provides the standard operating system for personal computers developed by IBM. The 1st versions of MS-DOS were very simple and take after another OS called CP/M. In addition, next versions have become increasingly enlightened as they included features of mini-computer operating systems.
Windows 1.0
Microsoft Windows 1.0 is released in November 20th 1985.
Microsoft Windows 1.0 OS named based on the computing boxes or number of windows that shows a fundamental aspect of the operating system. This OS contains a Graphical operating environment for PCs. In addition, this OS allows users to point and click to access the windows.
Windows 2.0
Microsoft Windows 2.0 is released in December 9th 1987.
Microsoft Windows 2.0 is an outdated 16-bit Graphical user interface (GUI) based OS environment. However, this OS felt originally designed for the designed for the Intel 286 processor. In addition, This version of OS provided desktop icons, enhanced graphical support and keyboard shortcuts.
Windows 3.0
Microsoft Windows 3.0 is released in May 22th 1990.
This OS provides improved desktop icons. Also provides advanced level of graphics with 15 colors designed for Intel 386 processors and better performance. However, this OS seems the 1st release that gives the standard Look and Feel of Windows for upcoming days. In addition, this OS included File Manager and games like Hearts and Minesweeper.
Windows NT 3.1 – 4.0
Microsoft Windows NT 3.1 is released in July 27th 1993. Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 is released in July 31st 1996.
Windows NT full form is Windows New Technology. It contains a 32-bit OS that supported pre-emptive multitasking. There are actually two versions of it named as Windows NT Server and Windows NT Workstation. In addition, the major new features included the new Explorer shell and improvements to the core architecture.
Windows 95
Microsoft Windows 95 is released in August 24th 1995.
Windows 95 comes with a major upgrade to the Windows operating system. In addition, this OS also included a number of important internal improvements. This is first OS which supports 32-bit applications, which meant that applications written specifically for this operating system would run much faster. Although Windows 95 able to run older Windows and MS-DOS applications, it essentially removed MS-DOS as the underlying platform.
Windows 98
Microsoft Windows 98 is released in June 25th 1998.
Windows 98 supported many new technologies, which includes USB, DVD, AGP, FAT32, MMX and ACPI. Its main visible feature contains the Active Desktop, which integrated the Internet Explorer (Web browser) with the operating system.
Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows 2000 is released in February 17th 2000.
Windows 2000 mainly an OS for business desktop and laptop systems to run software applications. In addition, to connect to Internet, intranet sites, printers, and network resources. Microsoft released 4 type of versions under this OS, which named as Server, Advanced Server, Professional and Datacenter Server.
Windows ME
Microsoft Windows ME is released in September 14th 2000.
The Windows ME full form is Windows Millennium Edition. This was an update to the Windows 98 core and included some features that would part of the Windows 2000 OS. In addition, ME OS also removed the Boot in DOS option.
Windows XP
Microsoft Windows XP is released in October 25th 2001.
XP OS mainly used on PCs such as home and business desktops, laptops, tablet PCs and media center PCs. Windows XP released in two types of versions, Professional and Home. Microsoft mainly focused on mobility for both versions and including plug and play features for wireless network connections. This OS also utilized the 802.11x wireless security standard. In addition, it provides many features like improved in application compatibility, Windows Explorer including task panes, thumbnails and Windows Picture.
Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista is released in January 30th 2007.
Windows Vista offered an improvement in reliability, performance, security and manageability over Windows XP. New features were capabilities to detect hardware problems before they occurred, security features to protect against the latest generation of threats, a faster start-up time, and low power consumption when placed in the new sleep state. In many situations, this OS gives more responsive than Windows XP on similar type of hardware. Windows Vista simplified and centralized desktop configuration management.
Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7 is released in October 22nd 2009.
Windows 7 resides the latest in the 25yr old in line of Windows OS. This OS released in coincidence with the Windows 7’s server and Windows Server 2008 R2 counterpart. New features included multi-touch support, Internet Explorer 8, improved performance, faster startup time, Aero Snap, improved Windows Media Center, support for virtual hard disks and improved security.
Windows 8
Microsoft Windows 8 was released in October 26th 2012.
This version of OS was a completely re-structured operating system that have developed from extensively with touchscreen use in mind. Which enables a PC to load and start up in a matter of seconds rather than in minutes. In addition, this OS changed the more traditional Windows OS look and feel. In addition, it supported both x86 PC’s and ARM processors.
Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10 was released in July 29th 2015.
Windows 10 provided fast start-up and resume activities, in-built security and the Start Menu in an expanded mode. This version of Windows OS also provided Microsoft Edge (Microsoft’s new web browser). Any qualified device (like smart phones, tablets, PCs, Laptops and Xbox consoles) was able to upgrade to Windows 10 OS.
Windows 11
Microsoft Windows 11 was released in June 24th 2021.
Windows 11 featured with new Start Menu, Taskbar, Multi-app support, Rounded corners on windows, new File explorer icons and Simplified user interface.
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