Microsoft Windows Versions and Additions, for LLB P.IV Students, Subject: I.T Skills

Microsoft Windows Versions and Additions

History:

Microsoft Windows was announced by Bill Gates on November 10, 1983. Microsoft introduced Windows as a graphical user interface for MS- DOS, which had been introduced two years earlier. The product line evolved in the 1990s from an operating environment into a fully complete, modern operating system over two lines of development, each with their own separate codebase.

Detail:

Microsoft releases different versions and editions of its software products to cater to various user needs and requirements. Here are some commonly known Microsoft software products and their versions:

Windows Operating System:Windows 10
Windows 8.1
Windows 7
Windows Vista
Windows XP
Windows 2000, and so on.

Microsoft Office Suite: Microsoft Office 365 (which includes various subscription plans)

Microsoft Office 2019
Microsoft Office 2016
Microsoft Office 2013
Microsoft Office 2010
Microsoft Office 2007, and so on.

Visual Studio (Integrated Development Environment):Visual Studio 2019

Visual Studio 2017
Visual Studio 2015
Visual Studio 2013
Visual Studio 2012
Visual Studio 2010, and so on.

SQL Server (Relational Database Management System):SQL Server 2019

SQL Server 2017
SQL Server 2016
SQL Server 2014
SQL Server 2012
SQL Server 2008, and so on.

These are just a few examples, and Microsoft offers numerous other software products across different domains, each with its own set of versions and editions. It's important to note that the availability of specific versions and editions may vary depending on the product and its release cycle.

Windows Operating System: 

Windows 10: Released in 2015, Windows 10 is the latest version of Microsoft's operating system for desktop, laptop, and tablet devices.

Windows 11: Announced in June 2021 and set to release later in 2021, Windows 11 is the upcoming version of the Windows operating system. It introduces a redesigned user interface, improved performance, and new features.

Microsoft Office Suite:

Microsoft Office 2019: Released in 2018, Office 2019 is the standalone version of the Office suite that includes applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. It does not require a subscription and receives only security updates.
Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365): It is a subscription-based service that provides access to the latest versions of Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and others. Microsoft 365 offers additional cloud storage, collaboration features, and regular updates.

Visual Studio: Visual Studio 2019: 

Released in 2019, Visual Studio 2019 is an integrated development environment (IDE) used for