Remembering Windows 1.0 Microsoft first revealed precious images

Bellevue, Washington - November 20, 1985 - Microsoft today officially announced the availability of a retail version of the Windows operating environment to resellers.

Microsoft Windows extended the existing features of the DOS operating system, but was still compatible with most existing applications running under DOS. Windows provides the ability to run multiple programs simultaneously, so users can easily switch between programs without having to exit and restart individual programs."

The release of Windows 1.0 that year also provided Microsoft Chairman Bill &183; Gates on Windows: "Windows offers unprecedented capabilities to current users and provides the foundation for hardware and software for years to come." For those who value personal %