Microsoft Virtual PC Windows XP Mode For Windows 7

Windows XP Mode for Windows 7 simplify a problem of installing and running many of your Windows XP productivity applications directly from a Windows 7-based PC. It utilizes virtualization technology such as Windows Virtual PC to provide a Virtual Windows XP environment for Windows 7.

* Windows 7 simplifies everyday tasks:

- HomeGroup
Takes the headache out of sharing files and printers on a home network.
- Jump Lists
Speedy access to your favorite pictures, songs, websites, and documents.
- Snap
A quick (and fun!) new way to resize and compare windows on your desktop.
- Windows Search
Find virtually anything on your PC, instantly.
- Windows Taskbar
Better thumbnail previews, easier-to-see icons, and more ways to customize.

* Windows 7 works the way you want:

- Full 64-bit support
Windows 7 makes the most of powerful 64-bit PCs, the new desktop standard.
- More personal
Redecorate your desktop with fun new themes, slide shows, or handy gadgets.
- Performance improvements
Designed to sleep and resume quicker, be less memory hungry, and spot USB devices faster.

* Windows 7 makes new things possible:

- Play To
Play your media on other PCs, stereos, or TVs around the house.
- Remote Media Streaming
Enjoy music and video on your home PCeven when you're not at home.
- Windows Touch
Pair Windows 7 with a touchscreen and you won't always need a keyboard or mouse.

System Requirements:

* 1 GHz 32-bit / 64-bit processor required;
* Memory (RAM): 2GB memory or higher recommended;
* Recommended 15 GB hard disk space per virtual Windows environment;
* Supported host operating system: Windows 7 Home Basic/ Windows 7 Home Premium/ Windows 7 Enterprise/ Windows 7 Professional/ Windows 7 Ultimate;
!NOTE: Windows XP Mode is only available in Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Professional, and Windows 7 Ultimate.

* Supported guest operating system:
- Windows XP.
Virtual Applications feature is supported only on Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) Professional.

- Windows Vista.
Virtual Applications feature is supported only on Windows Vista Enterprise and Windows Vista Ultimate.

- Windows 7.
Virtual Applications feature is supported only on Windows 7 Enterprise and Windows 7 Ultimate.