Sophos White Paper Sample

With Windows 7, Microsoft showed that it is paying attention to its critics and has attempted to deal with a number of these issues. Some of the changes are largely cosmetic, with further upgrades to the desktop look and feel that continue the direction taken by Vista, following the lead of a certain rival operating system with a far better reputation for glossy visual appeal and user-friendly design.

Under the hood, there are new additions and serious upgrades to previous security measures that offer the promise of greater security as well as ease of use. Microsoft overhauled the interface between users and Vista’s security controls with the Vista Security Center becoming the more fun-sounding, if a bit ambiguous, Action Center. In addition, the company redesigned the UAC, expanded the firewall into a more complete feature and extended encryption. Microsoft also promises a new user-friendly VPN system.