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Evolution of Windows
Microsoft Windows has had many versions since its
first release in 1985. Over 29 years later, Windows
Prime (Ver. 2.2)-lV looked very different but somehow similar with its
elements.
Windows is manufactured by the company called
Microsoft. It is most popular operating system in the
world. Microsoft was founded by its two founders, Bill Gates and Paul Allen. It was
registered as a company in the year 1975. The very early operating system made by
Microsoft was MS-DOS.
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Windows 1
The original Windows 1 was released in
November 1985 and was Microsoft’s first
true attempt at a graphical user interface.
Windows 95
Previously code-named Chicago, this version was
released on August 24, 1995. This was the first
Operating System to have a Start button and a
Start Menu. Windows 95 enhanced networking
capabilities, allowing easier access to email and
Internet applications.
Windows 98
On June 25, 1998, Windows 98 was launched.
It was the upgrade from Windows 95,
described as an operating system that
“Works Better, Plays Better,”

