If you have Windows 7 and run chess software on it that has been mentioned in replies to this post, tell us what you find works, and if there is any software that doesn't run on Windows 7. If you're sitting on the fence about Windows 7, just get it.īut let's talk about chess software compatibility. Of the nearly 20 non-chess software programs I installed to get my working environment up and running, only one program asked to run in some sort of 'XP mode'. Of course personal preferences will vary intensely, but I consider myself an average very experienced computer user. And the most intuitive, subtle interface improvements I've ever seen. This is the only Microsoft operating system that has warmed my heart and lowered my blood preassure. Well, I've been using it for over 2 weeks. Reputable users were cranking out strong reviews.
Right now, I'm running Rybka 3 on an HP Pavilion Elite e9260f Desktop PC - Intel Core i5-750 2.66GHz, 8GB DDR3, 1TB, DVDRW, Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bitĪs a user of nearly all previous Windows OS, I carefully investigated W7 after the Vista debacle.
So far I am very pleased with my decision to get Windows 7, 64-bit Professional. Chess software compatibility has been good, but not perfect. This article is about chess software compatibility with Window 7.
