Introduction Windows 11 has many many release dates as there are different major builds of it. I gonna mention them in this entry but I won’t create an entry for every single build. Windows 11, […]
Introduction Windows 10, released in July 2015, followed in the footsteps of Windows 8 and marked a notable change in Microsoft’s operating system strategy. It responded directly to user feedback and criticism of its predecessor, […]
Introduction Despite its innovative design, Windows 8 received significant pushback from users, especially those on non-touchscreen devices. The removal of the Start button, a long-time staple of Windows, was especially frustrating for many, causing confusion […]
Introduction Released in October 2012, Windows 8 marked a major shift in both design and functionality, introducing the Metro interface with live tiles. This version was specifically designed with touchscreen devices in mind, reflecting the […]
Introduction Windows 7, released on October 22, 2009, was a major update from Microsoft, designed as an incremental improvement over Windows Vista. Its goal was to address the issues Vista faced while ensuring compatibility with […]
Introduction Windows Vista, a significant release from Microsoft, was introduced to the public on January 30, 2007. Known for its advanced visual display, courtesy of the Windows Aero interface, and enhanced security features, Vista represented […]
Introduction Windows Millennium Edition, commonly known as Windows Me, was a notable release in Microsoft’s Windows operating system lineup. Launched on September 14, 2000, Windows Me succeeded Windows 98 and was targeted at home PC […]
Introduction Windows 2000, a pivotal release in the Microsoft Windows NT operating system line, was officially launched on February 17, 2000. As the successor to Windows NT 4.0, it was tailored for business use, offering […]
Introduction Windows 98, a significant release from Microsoft, was introduced on June 25, 1998. As the successor to Windows 95, it brought numerous improvements and new features that were well-received globally. Being the second major […]
Introduction Windows 98, a significant release from Microsoft, was introduced on June 25, 1998. As the successor to Windows 95, it brought numerous improvements and new features that were well-received globally. Being the second major […]
Introduction Windows NT, introduced by Microsoft on July 27, 1993, marked a significant shift in the Windows operating system’s architecture and capabilities. Designed as a powerful 32-bit operating system, it supported preemptive multitasking, multi-user functionality, […]
Introduction The journey of Microsoft Windows continued with the release of Windows 95, a revolutionary step that brought significant changes and improvements. Launched in August 1995, Windows 95 introduced the Start button and taskbar, features […]
Introduction Windows NT, introduced by Microsoft on July 27, 1993, marked a significant shift in the Windows operating system’s architecture and capabilities. Designed as a powerful 32-bit operating system, it supported preemptive multitasking, multi-user functionality, […]
Introduction Windows NT, introduced by Microsoft on July 27, 1993, marked a significant shift in the Windows operating system’s architecture and capabilities. Designed as a powerful 32-bit operating system, it supported preemptive multitasking, multi-user functionality, […]
Introduction Windows 3.2, also known as Windows 3.2 Chinese Edition, was released on November 22, 1993, and officially to manufacturing on April 27, 1994. This update was specific to the Chinese version of Windows 3.1, […]
Introduction In 1992, Microsoft released Windows 3.1, further refining the operating system with new features like TrueType fonts and support for multimedia applications. Windows 3.1 was a tremendous success, solidifying Microsoft’s position as a leader […]
Introduction Windows NT, introduced by Microsoft on July 27, 1993, marked a significant shift in the Windows operating system’s architecture and capabilities. Designed as a powerful 32-bit operating system, it supported preemptive multitasking, multi-user functionality, […]
Introduction Windows 3.0, released in 1990, marked a significant milestone for Microsoft. This version was the first to gain widespread popularity, largely due to its enhanced performance and support for more advanced hardware. Windows 3.0 […]
Introduction With the release of Windows 2.0 in 1987, Microsoft enhanced the operating system further. This version introduced overlapping windows, enabling users to run multiple programs simultaneously. It also added new applications such as Microsoft […]
Introduction With the release of Windows 2.0 in 1987, Microsoft enhanced the operating system further. This version introduced overlapping windows, enabling users to run multiple programs simultaneously. It also added new applications such as Microsoft […]
Introduction With the release of Windows 2.0 in 1987, Microsoft enhanced the operating system further. This version introduced overlapping windows, enabling users to run multiple programs simultaneously. It also added new applications such as Microsoft […]
Introduction With the release of Windows 2.0 in 1987, Microsoft enhanced the operating system further. This version introduced overlapping windows, enabling users to run multiple programs simultaneously. It also added new applications such as Microsoft […]
Introduction In the early era of personal computing, Microsoft Windows began to establish its presence. The inaugural version, Windows 1.0, was launched in 1985. This marked a significant advancement from the text-based MS-DOS system that […]
Introduction In the early era of personal computing, Microsoft Windows began to establish its presence. The inaugural version, Windows 1.0, was launched in 1985. This marked a significant advancement from the text-based MS-DOS system that […]
Introduction In the early era of personal computing, Microsoft Windows began to establish its presence. The inaugural version, Windows 1.0, was launched in 1985. This marked a significant advancement from the text-based MS-DOS system that […]
With the 2001 release of Windows XP, Microsoft united its various Windows packages under a single banner, offering multiple editions for consumers, businesses, multimedia developers, and others.
These versions are versions which were shipped with Windows. Version 7.0 was shipped with Windows 95 and supported only 2GB HDD (FAT 16) only the Windows 95 version B supported FAT 32 and HDD above […]
Extra security was built into DoubleSpace following complaints of data loss. A new disk checker, SCANDISK, was also introduced, as well as improvements to DISKCOPY and SmartDrive.
This was a catch-up with Novell’s DR-DOS 6. It added a disk-compression utility called DoubleSpace, a basic anti-virus program and a disk defragmenter. It also finally included a MOVE command, an improved backup program, MSBACKUP […]
This was a major upgrade. It allowed parts of DOS to load itself in the high memory area and certain device drivers and TSRs to run in the unused parts of the upper memory area […]
This version provided XMS support, support for partitions on hard disks up to 2 GB and a graphical shell. It also contained a large number of bugs and many programs refused to run on it. […]
This release was written to take advantage of IBM’s PS/2 computer range. It added support for high density 3.5″ floppy disks, more than one partition on hard disks (allowing use of disks bigger than 32 […]
Support for high-density (1.2 MB) floppy disks and 32 MB hard disks was added.
MS-DOS 2.0 added support for IBM’s 10 MB hard disk, directories and double-density 5.25″ floppy disks with capacities of 360 KB
MS-DOS 1.25 added support for double-sided disks. Previously the disk had to be turned over to use the other side.
The original version of MS-DOS. This was a renamed version of QDOS which had been purchased by an upstart company called Microsoft.
