Microsoft Windows 7 - First Look review

Is it worth the hassle of installing?

Microsoft Windows 7 - First Look
Reviewer
Stuart Miles
Review Date
21 January 2009
Manufacturer
Microsoft
Price as reviewed
£Free
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