Windows 7 is set to release October 22, 2009 ( tomorrow as is being posted ).  I would highly recommend installing this on any PC you might own that is not older than 6 years. Win 7 runs circles around Vista in terms of functionality and performance. Microsoft really did a good job on this operating system.

I already have a release copy that is activated.  I received my “Steve Ballmer Win 7 Ultimate Special Edition” for being a host of a Win7 party from Houseparty.com!  One of the nicest aspects is that media codec support is amazing.  No longer do you need to install any media players to play oddball codec's like.avi,H.264,  ect. Media center and Windows media player have been vastly improved.  Also the new Library's function allows for file aggregation without have to actually move files on various hard drives, network storage , and even other PC’s running Win7 on the same network.

  I would recommend anybody consider the Home Premium version and to avoid Business or Ultimate.  There is no compelling reason to get these versions for the average user.  Plus it is way cheaper.  Also consider there is a 3 license/PC family pack upgrade if you have 3 PC’s running XP for around 150.00.

Here is a few lists and links to various Win 7 tips and features.

77 Windows 7 Tips

15 Windows 7 hacks and tips

Windows 7 Media Features