Mr.Blaze
August 25th, 2003, 05:27 PM
Overview of Longhorn's New and Improved Features
Windows "Longhorn" is the code name for the next Windows desktop operating system. It is scheduled to replace Windows XP sometime in 2005.
Early on, Longhorn was expected to be evolutionary but as it develops, it appears some significant changes are coming, most notably, Windows Future Storage (WinFS). WinFS is a new means of storing, accessing or indexing files. It would replace NTFS and FAT32, which are used by Windows XP and earlier versions of Windows. There are also significant changes to the overall appearance and the key user interfaces.
Microsoft has released some details about Longhorn but most of what is known about it comes from leaked "alpha" versions. [Note: We know where they are but you will have to find them on your own if you want one. We don't want to reveal locations of leaked Microsoft proprietary products and annoy Microsoft even more than we usually do.] Since many of the features discussed here are based on alpha versions of Longhorn, they are subject to revision or deletion.
Here is what is currently known about Windows Longhorn's new and improved features:
1. Implements a new file system called Windows Future Storage (WinFS), based on "Yukon", Microsoft's next version of SQL Server technology.
2. Integrates DVD recording abilities and support for DVD+R/RW and DVD-R/RW.
3. Strengthens anti-virus support via new API calls.
4. Locates a new vertical sidebar on the side of the screen and includes Windows' QuickLaunch bar, a desktop search tool, a Longhorn-logo clock and includes links to local and remote resources.
5. All system folders (My Documents, My Pictures, etc.) feature a search pane, folder comments, file information and filters.
6. A My TV application that appears to derive from Windows XP Media Center Edition's personal video recorder capabilities.
7. Windows Media Player is embedded transparently into the entire OS
8. Creates photo albums and digital photo slide shows without opening a separate app.
9. A new Windows Explorer bar replaces the address bar and offers shortcuts to various folders based on the current selected folder.
10. Implements the hardware-based Palladium initiative for improved security.
11. A new GUI makes full use of 3-D rendering and feature video overlays.
12. Installation uses the new, graphical Windows Preinstallation Environment (WinPE).
13. Will include Home, Pro, Tablet PC, and Media Center editions.
8)WILL IT LOOKS COOL AND 64 BIT WOW
8)OH WELL NOT FOR ME IT GOOD AS BEER COASTER LOL
Windows "Longhorn" is the code name for the next Windows desktop operating system. It is scheduled to replace Windows XP sometime in 2005.
Early on, Longhorn was expected to be evolutionary but as it develops, it appears some significant changes are coming, most notably, Windows Future Storage (WinFS). WinFS is a new means of storing, accessing or indexing files. It would replace NTFS and FAT32, which are used by Windows XP and earlier versions of Windows. There are also significant changes to the overall appearance and the key user interfaces.
Microsoft has released some details about Longhorn but most of what is known about it comes from leaked "alpha" versions. [Note: We know where they are but you will have to find them on your own if you want one. We don't want to reveal locations of leaked Microsoft proprietary products and annoy Microsoft even more than we usually do.] Since many of the features discussed here are based on alpha versions of Longhorn, they are subject to revision or deletion.
Here is what is currently known about Windows Longhorn's new and improved features:
1. Implements a new file system called Windows Future Storage (WinFS), based on "Yukon", Microsoft's next version of SQL Server technology.
2. Integrates DVD recording abilities and support for DVD+R/RW and DVD-R/RW.
3. Strengthens anti-virus support via new API calls.
4. Locates a new vertical sidebar on the side of the screen and includes Windows' QuickLaunch bar, a desktop search tool, a Longhorn-logo clock and includes links to local and remote resources.
5. All system folders (My Documents, My Pictures, etc.) feature a search pane, folder comments, file information and filters.
6. A My TV application that appears to derive from Windows XP Media Center Edition's personal video recorder capabilities.
7. Windows Media Player is embedded transparently into the entire OS
8. Creates photo albums and digital photo slide shows without opening a separate app.
9. A new Windows Explorer bar replaces the address bar and offers shortcuts to various folders based on the current selected folder.
10. Implements the hardware-based Palladium initiative for improved security.
11. A new GUI makes full use of 3-D rendering and feature video overlays.
12. Installation uses the new, graphical Windows Preinstallation Environment (WinPE).
13. Will include Home, Pro, Tablet PC, and Media Center editions.
8)WILL IT LOOKS COOL AND 64 BIT WOW
8)OH WELL NOT FOR ME IT GOOD AS BEER COASTER LOL