Versiones
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Windows 1.0 – 1985
The first version of Windows, introducing a graphical interface on top of MS-DOS.
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Windows 2.0 – 1987
Improved the graphical interface and window management.
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Windows 3.0 – 1990
Enhanced graphical capabilities and stability, becoming a commercial success.
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Windows 3.1 – 1992
Introduced interface improvements, such as TrueType fonts, and became highly popular.
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Windows 95 – 1995
Introduced the Start button and modern user interface, along with multitasking support.
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Windows 98 – 1998
Improved stability and performance, offering support for new hardware and web integration.
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Windows 98 Second Edition (Windows 98 SE) – 1999
A significant update to Windows 98.
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Windows ME (Millennium Edition) – 2000
Focused on consumers and multimedia, but criticized for stability issues.
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Windows 2000 – 2000
Geared toward professional users, based on Windows NT, enhancing security and stability.
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Windows XP – 2001
One of the most successful versions, known for its stability, compatibility, and ease of use.
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Windows Server 2003 – 2003
A server version released in April 2003, based on the Windows NT kernel, evolving from Windows 2000 Server.
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Windows Vista – 2007
Introduced a new graphical interface but was criticized for performance and hardware requirements.
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Windows 7 – 2009
Improved Vista's stability and optimized performance, becoming one of the most popular versions.
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Windows 8 – 2012
Introduced the "Start Screen" interface and removed the classic Start button, which drew criticism.
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Windows 8.1 – 2013
Enhanced the Windows 8 experience, partially restoring the Start button.
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Windows 10 – 2015
One of the most successful versions, with improvements in security, performance, and device unification.
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Windows 11 – 2021
Introduced a new productivity-focused interface, a redesigned Start menu, and overall performance enhancements.