Windows 1.7

= Windows 1.7 =
== Windows 1.7 ==
=== Release date ===
August 12, 1988
=== Created by ===
Microsoft
=== OS family ===
Windows
=== Source model ===
Closed
=== Update method ===
Floppy Disks
=== Kernel type ===
MS-DOS Shell
=== Latest version ===
1.70 (August 12, 1988)
=== State ===
Released (Unsupported)
=== Support ends ===
December 31st, 2001
=== Codename ===
Pegasus
=== Final name ===
Windows 1.7
=== Preceded by ===
Windows 1.6 (1987)
=== Succeeded by ===
Windows 2.0 (1987)
Windows 1.7 (Codename Pegasus) is the fourth version of the Windows operating system developed by Microsoft, released on August 12, 1988. Windows 1.7 succeeded Windows 1.6 and continued to refine the Windows environment. It maintained the role of a graphical shell for MS-DOS, while introducing additional features and improvements.
== Contents ==
* 1Features and Enhancements
** 1.1Graphical User Interface (GUI)
** 1.2Control Panel Enhancements
** 1.3Enhanced File Management
** 1.4Improved Hardware Support
** 1.5Sound Capabilities
** 1.6Mouse Info
** 1.7Startup Info
** 1.8Network
** 1.9Network Info
** 1.10Background
** 1.11Desktop Info
** 1.12Feature Info
** 1.13Kernel Info
* 2Compatibility and Requirements
* 3Legacy
* 4Programs
* 5Apps
* 6Games
* 7References
== Features and Enhancements ==
=== Graphical User Interface (GUI) ===
Windows 1.7 brought further improvements to the GUI, enhancing graphics performance and providing support for new display resolutions and color depths. The interface was more polished, with additional visual tweaks to improve user experience.
=== Control Panel Enhancements ===
The Control Panel in Windows 1.7 saw additional enhancements, including more configuration options and system utilities. This allowed for even greater customization and management of system settings, making it easier for users to tailor the operating system to their needs.
=== Enhanced File Management ===
Windows 1.7 introduced further refinements to file management, with improved organizational tools and faster access to files. Users benefited from enhanced sorting and search capabilities, making it more efficient to handle and navigate complex file structures.
=== Improved Hardware Support ===
Support for a wider range of hardware devices was a key feature in Windows 1.7. The system offered better compatibility with various input devices, printers, and storage solutions, enhancing overall hardware integration and user experience.
=== Sound Capabilities ===
This version improved upon the basic sound support introduced in Windows 1.6, offering more robust drivers and compatibility with a wider range of early sound cards. This enhancement allowed for better sound quality and more varied audio notifications.
=== Mouse Info ===
Windows 1.7 featured advanced mouse support, improving responsiveness and precision. The system supported a broader range of mouse devices and offered more refined control, benefiting users who relied on mouse-driven navigation and interaction.
=== Startup Info ===
The startup process in Windows 1.7 continued to rely on MS-DOS, initializing essential system files and drivers from floppy disks. The boot sequence was streamlined to ensure quick and efficient loading of the graphical environment.
=== Network ===
Networking capabilities in Windows 1.7 were further developed, providing more stable and functional network support. Users could configure network settings more easily and take advantage of improved file sharing and network printing features.
=== Network Info ===
While still basic, network support in Windows 1.7 saw improvements in performance and reliability. File sharing and network printing became more stable, laying the groundwork for more advanced networking features in future versions.
=== Background ===
Windows 1.7 continued to support desktop background customization, allowing users to choose from predefined images or solid colors. The background features were refined to offer better visual appeal while maintaining functionality.
=== Desktop Info ===
The desktop environment in Windows 1.7 was designed for improved organization and usability. It included a more refined taskbar and program manager, helping users to manage applications and open windows more effectively.
=== Feature Info ===
Key features of Windows 1.7 included enhanced graphical capabilities, improved file management, expanded hardware support, refined sound and mouse functions, and better networking support. These features contributed to a more user-friendly and capable operating system.
=== Kernel Info ===
Windows 1.7 continued to operate with the MS-DOS-based kernel, functioning as a graphical shell. The kernel provided necessary low-level services, with Windows 1.7 operating on top to offer enhanced user interface features and improvements.
== Compatibility and Requirements ==
Windows 1.7 required MS-DOS and was designed to utilize the Intel 386 processor for better performance. Users needed to ensure their hardware met the updated requirements to fully benefit from the new features and improvements.
== Legacy ==
Windows 1.7 was succeeded by Windows 2.0 on December 9, 1987. Although overshadowed by the release of Windows 2.0, Windows 1.7 played a significant role in refining the Windows operating system. Its advancements in the GUI, file management, hardware support, sound capabilities, and networking laid important groundwork for future Windows releases.
== Programs ==
* Program Manager - The primary interface for launching and managing applications.
* File Manager - Tool for managing files and directories with a graphical interface.
* Control Panel - Used for configuring system settings and managing hardware.
* Paint - Basic graphics editor for creating and editing bitmap images.
* Notepad - Simple text editor for plain text files.
* Calculator - Basic arithmetic calculator.
* Terminal Emulator - Access and interact with MS-DOS command-line utilities.
* Clock - Displays and sets the system clock.
== Apps ==
* Write - Basic word processor for text documents.
* Calendar - Manages and views calendar dates and appointments.
* Address Book - Stores and manages contact information.
* Notepad (Enhanced) - Improved text editor with additional features.
* Cardfile - Organizes data in a card-based format.
== Games ==
* Reversi - Strategy game involving capturing opponent’s pieces.
* Windows Solitaire - Classic card game featuring solitaire gameplay.
* Minesweeper - Puzzle game to uncover squares without triggering mines.
* Tic-Tac-Toe - Simple game of achieving three in a row in a 3x3 grid.
* FreeCell (Early Version) - Solitaire card game with free cells for strategic play.
== References ==
* MS-DOS - Wikipedia
* GUI - Wikipedia
* Sound Card - Wikipedia
* Computer Mouse - Wikipedia
* Network Operating System - Wikipedia
* Kernel - Wikipedia