I’ve been asked a few times about what software is registered with Microsoft as compatible with Windows 7 or has a certified status with Windows 7.  The answers can be found on either of these two web sites:

• http://www.microsoft.com/windows/compatibility/en-us/default.aspx – Web based tool to search for software
• http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/confirmation.aspx?familyId=890e522e-e39e-4278-aebc-186f81e29173&displayLang=en – Download an Excel spreadsheet with the information on it

If you are an ISV who wishes to register your information, have a look at the downloadable template or web form here - https://www.microsoft.com/windows/compatibility/windows-7/en-us/partner/submission.aspx

To learn more about developing for Windows 7, look here for Independent Software Vendors.  You should also look at the ISVAppCompat site - https://www.isvappcompat.com/uk which gives details for how to certify your application and also make a press release about the fact.  One of the ISVs I work with is Iris and they have just released their press releases at http://www.iris.co.uk/news__press/news_folder/newswindows_7_strategy.aspx.

It all helps customers get what they want from Windows 7.

Happy Christmas and a Merry New Year

David