7 Reasons Why Windows 7 ROCKS!

So, I know you all know that I work for Waggener Edstrom Worldwide, and we are handling all of the PR for Windows 7. So, in the spirit of transparency, I'm not only posting this blog because I could win a super cool Windows 7 netbook (YAY), but I'm posting because I actually genuinely really like the product and can't wait to get my hot little hands on it.

Why Windows 7, you ask? Well, as a mom, life is pretty darn busy. We all search for products that make it easier, faster, and let's face it, a bit more fun to get things done. I don't know about you, but I'm willing to buy anything and everything to shave a little time off my day so I can spend more time hanging out with my son.

So, here are the top 7 reasons why I can't wait to get my hands on Windows 7 to start saving myself some time and make it a bit easier to get things done:

1. Faster on, faster off. I don't know about you, but I hate wasting time (or wondering how much electricity is being wasted) while I wait for my machine to turn on or finally figure out how to turn off. Windows 7 features faster startup, resuming and shut down time, and enhanced power management. Bring it on!

2. Better Protection. I pay bills online, shop on eBay, and want to feel comfortable saving personal information on my computer. It's MY computer, afterall. And not having to enter my credit card information for the umpteenth time is a HUGE timesaver. So, security is super important to make me feel good about my online transactions. Windows 7 makes safeguarding the data on a PC is easier with advanced backup capabilities and the free Microsoft Security Essentials download to help protect users against viruses, spyware and other malicious software.

3. Internet TV. New content providers and an improved interface make it even easier to watch TV on the PC. Maybe not a timesaver, but this is just cool!

4. Photos and videos. What am I going to do with all of those cute little one- to two-minute videos of Dylan I have stored on my computer? To be honest, I haven't gotten around to doing anything with them, let alone figured out how to share them with all of you! Windows Live Photo Gallery and Windows Live Movie Maker (available via download) offer great, free options to edit photos and videos and easily share them with loved ones. Can't wait to play around with those features and figure out how I can inundate you with even more Dylan cuteness. :)

5. Shake. Not only does this feature save time, it's just plain FUN. You can click on a window pane and shake the mouse to minimize all other open windows, then shake the pane again to restore the windows to their original sizes. You have to see it done. It's just FUN ... and think of how cool the kids will think it is.

6. Faster Internet and Search. Internet Explorer 8 is Microsoft’s fastest, easiest and safest browser, and it offers smart new features such as Instant Search, Accelerators and Web Slices to help users get more out of the Web. When combined with Bing (yes! you should all be using Bing!), the Internet and ability to search just gets better and faster. Think about when you're shopping for the best sale on Gymboree clothes (yes, Michelle, I mean you!) or God forbid, something for your self! Better and faster is exactly what you need.

7. Parental Controls. Windows 7 features parental controls which can help you to limit kids' computer time and determine what sites your kids can visit or games they can play. It makes you feel better about the content your kids are viewing. While not all of us have kids playing on the computer yet, it's going to happen far sooner than we think!

Want more info or ready to check out some of the cool new Windows 7 PCs? Check out the cool new PC Scout: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/pc-scout/default.aspx