Windows 7 Significantly Reduces PC Power Consumption

When it launched Windows Vista at the start of 2007, Microsoft applauded the advantages related to power consumption that the operating system delivered over its precursor. The Redmond company is doing the same thing now, except that this time around it is focusing on Windows 7. The next iteration of the Windows client is capable of cutting back power consumption significantly, Microsoft promises, inviting both end users and companies to take advantage of the technology in order to make their computer usage greener.

“Through a combination of platform innovations, enterprise tools, and Microsoft engagement with hardware and software partners, Windows 7 enables individuals and businesses to significantly reduce PC power consumption. Through reduced power consumption, these individuals and businesses in turn will minimize their energy footprint; lowering their PC operating costs and reducing associated carbon emissions,” revealed a member of the Microsoft Sustainability team.

In order to support its claims, the software giant produced a whitepaper highlighting the power management improvements in Windows 7. Unlike Vista and Windows XP, the company is not offering any sort of specific data related to just how much power Windows 7 will help save compared to Vista and XP. However, it is stressing the fact that cutting down on power consumption is synonymous with becoming greener by also slashing carbon emissions.

“Windows 7 helps decrease power consumption across the enterprise. The power management technologies in Windows 7 provide platform and processor efficiencies that reduce power consumption and can help lower energy costs. Windows 7 also can extend battery life for specific scenarios. Additionally, it provides diagnostic tools that enable original equipments manufacturers (OEMs), independent hardware vendors (IHVs), independent software vendors (ISVs), and IT pros to better manage and troubleshoot power management issues on computers and to extend the battery life for portable computers,” the Microsoft Sustainability team representative added.