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techspot.com - 23 days ago
Windows 7's share climbs some 40% during launch week
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Windows 7's market share climbed almost 40% in the week following its release, according to research outfit Net Applications. During the week after October 22, market share of Microsoft's latest operating system jumped more than 39% from 1.91% to an average of 2.66%. That growth doesn't appear ...
Has Windows 7 Already Lost to Mac OS X?
maximumpc.com - 23 days ago
Has Windows 7 Already Lost to Mac OS X?
— maximumpc.com — This one's sure to ruffle a few feathers, but according to the latest data from Net Applications,... the launch of Windows 7 hasn't done anything to slow down Mac's record rise in market share. Of course, we're only talking about a 5.27 percent of the OS market, which doesn't come anywhere close ... (more) Has Windows 7 Already Lost to Mac OS X?

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techspot.com - 22 days ago
Windows 7 boosts PC sales by 40%
— techspot.com — As many predicted, the debut of Windows 7 has prompted a surge in PC sales -- for... now, at least. During the first week of general availability, Windows 7 boosted computer sales by some 40% year-over-year, according to Morgan Stanley analyst Katheryn Huberty. (more) Windows 7 boosts PC sales by 40%

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electronista.com - 22 days ago
Windows 7 sends PC sales up 40% in first week
— electronista.com — The launch of Windows 7 has triggered at least a temporary spike in PC sales, Morgan Stanley... analyst Katheryn Huberty says in an investment note issued yesterday. Pointing to NPD sales data, the researcher notes that computer sales jumped about 40 ... (more) Windows 7 sends PC sales up 40% in first week

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Windows 7 crushed Vista in early launch sales
TechSpot — ... and a lack of promotional activity for Windows 7 Ultimate caused the lopsided revenue. Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade was the top selling SKU, with an average selling price of $76. Windows 7 Pro Upgrade followed in sales, with an average price of $147, and the $149 Windows 7 Home Premium Family Pack came in third place. Microsoft's new operating system experienced a 40% boost in market share , and has noticeably ...

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