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Compare Arch and Windows 7 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (34.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Arch
Star Rating
(36)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about ArchWindows 7
Star Rating
(873)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (34.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Windows 7Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Windows 7 excels in stability and performance, with many users appreciating its predictable operation and lower resource consumption, making it ideal for older hardware. The clean and familiar interface enhances navigation, which users find intuitive.
- Users say that Arch shines in its flexibility and access to the latest software, thanks to the Arch User Repository. This allows users to customize their experience extensively, catering to those who prefer a minimalistic approach without unnecessary steps.
- Reviewers mention that Windows 7 has a significantly higher overall satisfaction score, reflecting its strong market presence and user trust. With a wealth of reviews, users feel confident in its reliability for everyday tasks.
- According to verified reviews, Arch faces challenges in ease of setup and usability, with some users finding the installation process complex compared to Windows 7's straightforward setup, which is often highlighted as a strong point.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while both operating systems offer good support, Windows 7's support quality is slightly lower than Arch's, which is praised for its community-driven assistance and responsiveness.
- Users note that Windows 7's aesthetic appeal, particularly the Aero Glass theme, is a standout feature that many find visually pleasing, contrasting with Arch's more utilitarian design that prioritizes functionality over form.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Arch
No pricing availableWindows 7
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Arch
No trial information availableWindows 7
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.3
24
8.9
693
Ease of Use
6.7
25
9.1
705
Ease of Setup
5.4
13
9.1
249
Ease of Admin
7.9
8
8.9
213
Quality of Support
7.8
22
7.9
630
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
6
8.7
196
Product Direction (% positive)
9.5
22
7.0
660
Features by Category
Memory Management - Operating System
Not enough data
8.1
30
Device Management - Operating System
Not enough data
8.6
29
Backup and Recovery - Operating System
Not enough data
8.6
29
Error Detection - Operating System
Not enough data
7.9
30
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Arch and Windows 7 are categorized as Operating System
Unique Categories
Arch has no unique categories
Windows 7 has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Arch
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Windows 7
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
36.4%
Information Technology and Services
21.2%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
6.1%
Computer & Network Security
6.1%
Research
3.0%
Other
27.3%
Information Technology and Services
16.8%
Computer Software
10.3%
Higher Education
5.0%
Education Management
4.3%
Hospital & Health Care
2.8%
Other
60.8%
Discussions
What are the features of Arch Linux?
1 Comment
VK
Arch Linux is one of the lightest Linux distribution available in the market.Read more
Does Arch use RPM or Deb?
1 Comment
HC
NO Arch Linux, as a rolling release distribution, utilizes its own package management system called "pacman" (Package Manager) rather than relying on either...Read more
Support for Windows 7
3 Comments
BA
In my opinion, I believe it will not affect the market even though many users use this operating system. The current technical support is quite...Read more
how to find computer specs windows 7
3 Comments
ZB
Hey Clara, there's a few ways you can do this on Windows 7! The fastest way you can find your computer specs is by pressing Windows+R (the "run" command),...Read more
Do you think Microsoft will extend support for Windows 7 after January 14, 2020?
3 Comments
ZB
Hey, good question! It's difficult to say where Microsoft will draw a hard line on when they stop supporting Windows 7. Per their product lifecycle page...Read more
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