The Windows XP mode is a special feature in Windows 7 that allows Windows XP and its compatible applications to run on it. This feature can work perfectly with RC and RTM versions of Windows 7 ultimate, enterprise and professional versions.
In order to run Windows XP mode, you have to download Windows XP Mode Release Candidate and Windows Virtual PC. You can use it from your Windows 7 desktop to run applications. For better protection of Windows XP mode environment, it is advisable to install anti-virus and anti-malware software.
The requirements of Windows XP mode includes
- 1 GB Ram
- 15 GB available disk space
- Processor that can be hardware virtualized with AMD-V or Intel VT
The feature of Windows XP mode on Windows 7 allows users to
- Access application of Windows XP mode directly from the taskbar of Windows 7.
- It also allows one to quickly access the Windows XP application with a jump list. From the task bar of Windows 7 one can right click to access recently used files.
- You can customize location for storing differencing disk files of Windows XP mode.
- The feature of drive sharing between Windows XP mode and Windows 7 can be enabled/disabled on need.
- The users can easily learn to use the Window XP mode with the help of the tutorial provided with its initial setup.
