We're all trying to get to know the latest revision of the Longhorn platform, arriving in two different suits of clothes: Server 2008 R2 and Windows 7. In this Microsoft white paper, I toss out ten things that you should probably know as you get familiar with the latest version of the Windows client.

1. There Are No Radical Changes

2. Windows XP Mode Runs Older Apps

3. IE Compatibility View Makes 8 Work Like 7

4. Windows Touch Needs Expensive Hardware

5. Libraries Will Require Training

6. Backup Is Better

7. Applets Are Growing Up

8. Windows 7 Is Huge

9. The Versions Are Still Confusing

10. UAC Is Still a Work in Progress