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Operatingsystem might brighten image of PCs

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By JESSICA MINTZ The Associated Press

The Tampa Tribune

Published: October 22, 2009

REDMOND, Wash. - Although no one waits in long lines for a new edition of Windows software anymore, the debut of Microsoft's latest operating system is part of why buying a PC is starting to feel fun for the first time in years.

Windows 7 is expected to work better than its predecessor, Vista. At the same time, Microsoft's marketing has gotten savvier and PC makers have followed Apple Inc.'s lead and improved hardware design.

Windows 7, which becomes available today, is designed to look cleaner than Vista, streamlining the ways people can get to work, with fewer clicks and fewer annoying notifications.

The software is available in three levels: Home Premium ($120), Professional ($200) and Ultimate ($220).

The Associated Press

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