Many people upgraded from XP to Vista years ago but ended up joining the band of disappointed users who ”upgraded” back to XP soon afterwards. It was not until recently when Microsoft introduced Windows 7 that they considered upgrading again, tempted by the new operating system’s intuitive interface and improved boot performance.
Since Windows 7 utilizes/requires less hardware use compared to Vista, there’s no need to spend a fortune upgrading to the new operation system. Suppose there is only one device you can afford to boost your Windows 7 computer’s performance, a fast and stable solid state drive (SSD) will be an excellent choice.
Fortunately, upgrading to a SSD is much easier than upgrading your CPU. As long as your computer comes with SATA or IDE interface, SSD installation is a piece of cake.
In contrast to a regular hard disk drive, a SSD has no mechanical moving parts that slow down read/write. Besides, Microsoft has tuned Windows 7 to run faster on SSD drives, with built-in support for the TRIM command, which is essential in maintaining optimum SSD speed and reducing long-term SSD wear. Therefore, it is highly recommended to use a SSD as your boot drive.
Do not hasten to dump your old hard drive. While running your Windows 7 computer with a SSD as a boot drive, use the old one as a backup drive. That way you can make the best use of your computer and enjoy a more efficient operation system.