Windows 7 downloads

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Find out how to install this important security, performance, and stability update.
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See what works withWindows 7—get compatible device drivers, software, and downloads.
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Bring an atmosphere of mystery to your desktop with this freeWindows theme.
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Bing Toolbar
Bing from your browser with a toolbar that keeps email, Facebook, and more just a click away.
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Desktop backgrounds (wallpaper)
Switch it up! Find a desktop background photo that fits your mood or celebrates the season.
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Download languages
Find out how you can install additional languages forWindows 7.
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Internet Explorer 9
Browse better: Start exploring the web with the latest version ofInternet Explorer.
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Internet Explorer Gallery
Pin your favorite sites to yourWindows 7 taskbar.
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Messenger
Instant messaging and more. Share photos, play games, and add video clips.
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Microsoft Security Essentials
Safety first: Protect your PC from viruses, spyware, and malware with our free download.
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Microsoft Touch Pack forWindows 7
A collection of games and applications for your multi-touch enabled PC, including Blackboard,Surface Globe, and Collage.
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Movie Maker
Craft video footage, photos, and music into a movie, then share it with your friends.
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Photo Gallery
Organize, edit, and share your snapshots. Create panoramas or try Photo Fuse for perfect pictures.
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Silverlight
Get the free web-browser plug-in for interactive media experiences, business apps, and immersive mobile apps.
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Software and Drivers forMicrosoft Hardware
The latest drivers for Microsoftmice, webcams, gaming gear, and more.
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Try Office 2010
See what's new with MicrosoftWord, Excel, Outlook, and the rest of the Office suite.
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Windows 7
See what you're missing: Upgrade to our latest version and experience a simplified PC.
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Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1)
Find out how to install this important update.
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Windows 7 themes
Express yourself! Change the look of your PC instantly with our rotating roster of themes.
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Windows 7 USB DVD Download Tool
Allows you to install a downloaded copy of Windows 7 onto your computer directly from the USB flash drive or DVD.
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Windows Live Essentials
Must-have programs—Movie Maker, Photo Gallery, Mail, and more—in one free download.
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Windows Media Player skins
Make your Player your own, with skins that change its look and feel.
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Windows XP Mode and Windows Virtual PC
Run Windows XP programs on your Windows 7 desktop (Windows XP Mode is available inWindows 7 Professional, Enterprise, and Ultimate).
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