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'''Windows 7 Red Edition''' is a bootleg [[:Category:Bootlegs based on Windows 7|Windows 7 SP1]] edition, which was created by [[:Category:Bootlegs created by Freeware Sys|Freeware Sys]]. It released on September 20, 2015, and was added to the archive on August 6, 2022.
'''Windows 7 Red Edition''' is a bootleg [[:Category:Bootlegs based on Windows 7|Windows 7 SP1]] edition, which was created by [[:Category:Bootlegs created by Freeware Sys|Freeware Sys]]. It released on September 20, 2015, and was added to the archive on August 6, 2022.


== Description ==
== Description ==
The bootleg is a modified Windows 7 SP1 ISO. It is themed after Project(RED) Windows Vista, like [[Windows XP Vortex 3G Red Edition]], but not nearly as crusty. It includes some themes, along with a WPI with many programs included. It is unattended and preactivated.
The bootleg is a modified Windows 7 SP1 ISO. It is themed after Project(RED) Windows Vista, like [[Windows XP Vortex 3G Red Edition]], but not nearly as interesting. It includes some themes, along with a WPI with many programs included. Parts of the setup are unattended.


== Changes from Windows 7 SP1 ==
== Changes from Windows 7 SP1 ==
=== Changes in pre-desktop procedures ===
* New setup graphics including the aforementioned red style (in this case, (Product) RED is used as the background) added. The setup window has been made nearly transparent, and some of the icons are replaced. Windows 8.1's setup engine is used in place of the original one, which explains the Windows 8.1 boot screen you get when you first boot the bootleg
* New setup graphics including the aforementioned red style (in this case, (Product) RED is used as the background) added. The setup window has been made nearly transparent, and some of the icons are replaced. Windows 8.1's setup engine is used in place of the original one, which explains the Windows 8.1 boot screen you get when you first boot the bootleg
* New boot screen included, thanks to a script that automatically gets executed on first boot that applies the boot skin (like in Freeware Sys's other bootlegs)
* New boot screen included, thanks to a script that automatically gets executed on first boot that applies the boot skin (like in Freeware Sys's other bootlegs)
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* The OOBE banner is replaced with the bootleg's name
* The OOBE banner is replaced with the bootleg's name
* New login graphics. The "Welcome" text has been blanked out
* New login graphics. The "Welcome" text has been blanked out

* 7 new wallpapers included. The default wallpaper is replaced as well
=== Look and feel ===
* New default theme, and wallpaper
* 5 new themes
* 5 new themes
* 7 new wallpapers included. The default wallpaper is replaced as well
* Many of the system icons along with the Start orb have been made red
* Many of the system icons along with the Start orb have been made red
* Some of the notification icons are inverted
* Some of the notification icons are inverted
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== Notes ==
== Notes ==
=== WPI ===
* The WPI is notable for being very unstable, it may take several tries to get it to start properly.
* The WPI is notable for being very unstable, it may take several tries to get it to start properly.
* You will encounter errors coming from "ie4uinit.exe" on the first boot of the OS. You can simply ignore them.
* NetWorx, Nero BROM & Express and Classic Shell will fail to install due to it being in the wrong folder.
* NetWorx, Nero BROM & Express and Classic Shell will fail to install due to it being in the wrong folder.
* CCleaner will fail to install due to the installer being broken.
* CCleaner will fail to install due to the installer being broken.
* HashCheck and Desktop Gadgets will fail to install due to it not existing at all.
* HashCheck and Desktop Gadgets will fail to install due to it not existing at all.

=== Bootleg quirks ===
* You will encounter errors coming from "ie4uinit.exe" on the first boot of the OS. You can simply ignore them.

=== OEM branding information ===
* The manufacturer is set to "Freeware Sys".
* The manufacturer is set to "Freeware Sys".
* The model is set to "www.facebook.com/FreewareSys.com".
* The model is set to "www.facebook.com/FreewareSys.com".
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W7_RedEdition_Desktop.png | Empty desktop
W7_RedEdition_Desktop.png | Empty desktop
W7_RedEdition_StartMenu.png | Start menu
W7_RedEdition_StartMenu.png | Start menu
W7_RedEdition_StartMenu2.png | Start menu (Classic Shell)
W7_RedEdition_Demo.png | System Properties and About Windows
W7_RedEdition_Demo.png | System Properties and About Windows
W7_RedEdition_Autorun.png | Autorun
W7_RedEdition_Autorun.png | Autorun
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=== Themes ===
=== Themes ===
<gallery>
<gallery>
W7_RedEdition_Alternative_AE_Theme.png | "Alternative AE" Theme
W7_RedEdition_Alternative_AE_Theme.png | "Alternative AE" theme
W7_RedEdition_clear_red_Theme.png | "clear red" Theme
W7_RedEdition_clear_red_Theme.png | "clear red" theme
W7_RedEdition_Spirit_R_Theme.png | "Spirit R" Theme
W7_RedEdition_Spirit_R_Theme.png | "Spirit R" theme
W7_RedEdition_Stealth_Theme.png | "Stealth" Theme
W7_RedEdition_Stealth_Theme.png | "Stealth" theme
W7_RedEdition_Sufferance-Red_Theme.png | "Sufferance-Red" Theme
W7_RedEdition_Sufferance-Red_Theme.png | "Sufferance-Red" theme
</gallery>
</gallery>



Latest revision as of 15:00, 27 June 2024

Windows 7 Red Edition
Crusty Windows bootleg
The desktop of Windows 7 Red Edition
The desktop of Windows 7 Red Edition
Original OSWindows 7 SP1
Release dateSeptember 20, 2015
AuthorFreeware Sys
CountryIndia
Language(s)English
Architecture(s)x86 (32-bit), x86 (64-bit)
File size1.6 GiB
Download link7 Red Edition - X64-&-X86 - Freeware Sys.iso
Date addedAugust 6, 2022

Windows 7 Red Edition is a bootleg Windows 7 SP1 edition, which was created by Freeware Sys. It released on September 20, 2015, and was added to the archive on August 6, 2022.

Description

The bootleg is a modified Windows 7 SP1 ISO. It is themed after Project(RED) Windows Vista, like Windows XP Vortex 3G Red Edition, but not nearly as interesting. It includes some themes, along with a WPI with many programs included. Parts of the setup are unattended.

Changes from Windows 7 SP1

Changes in pre-desktop procedures

  • New setup graphics including the aforementioned red style (in this case, (Product) RED is used as the background) added. The setup window has been made nearly transparent, and some of the icons are replaced. Windows 8.1's setup engine is used in place of the original one, which explains the Windows 8.1 boot screen you get when you first boot the bootleg
  • New boot screen included, thanks to a script that automatically gets executed on first boot that applies the boot skin (like in Freeware Sys's other bootlegs)
  • New pre-OOBE graphics
  • The OOBE banner is replaced with the bootleg's name
  • New login graphics. The "Welcome" text has been blanked out

Look and feel

  • New default theme, and wallpaper
  • 5 new themes
  • 7 new wallpapers included. The default wallpaper is replaced as well
  • Many of the system icons along with the Start orb have been made red
  • Some of the notification icons are inverted

Software

Software on the CD

  • Adobe Flash Player 16.0.0.287
  • Java 8 Update 31
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • IDM 6.21 Build 15 (cracked, registered to Basheerxxx, with 10 themes)
  • BitTorrent 7.9.2.37596
  • CCleaner 4.19.4867 (cracked, registered to DJPatel007)
  • ColorMania 5.1
  • FastStone Capture 8.0
  • FastStone MaxView 2.8 (in Russian)
  • XnView 2.25 Extended
  • ESET NOD32 Antivirus 8.0.304.1
  • ESET Smart Security 8.0.304.1
  • DU Meter 6.30
  • DAEMON Tools Pro 6.0.0.0445
  • Nero BROM & Express 16.0.210
  • K-Lite Codec Pack 10.85
  • RuntimePack Lite 14.4.12
  • HashCheck 2.1.11
  • HashTab 5.2.0.14
  • HD Tune Pro 5.50
  • HDInspector 4.29.220 Notebooks (and Professional)
  • pdfFactory Pro 5.20
  • NetWorx 5.3.3
  • SpeedFan 4.50
  • TeamViewer 10.0.36897
  • The Bat! Pro 6.7.7.0
  • Unlocker 1.9.2
  • USB Safely Remove 5.3.6.1230
  • R-Wipe & Clean 10.6.1973
  • Zero Assumption Recovery 9.2.2
  • KMPlayer 3.9.1.132
  • VLC Media Player 2.1.5
  • MKVToolNix 7.5.0
  • Movavi Video Converter 14.3.0 (cracked)
  • WaterMaker 1.17 PRO
  • WinRAR 5.20 Beta 4 (cracked, registered to basheerxxx, with 5 themes)
  • WebcamMax 7.8.8.8

Customization Utilities

  • Classic Shell 4.1.0 (in Russian)
  • Desktop Gadgets 1.3

Updates

  • DirectX 9.0c June 2010

Notes

WPI

  • The WPI is notable for being very unstable, it may take several tries to get it to start properly.
  • NetWorx, Nero BROM & Express and Classic Shell will fail to install due to it being in the wrong folder.
  • CCleaner will fail to install due to the installer being broken.
  • HashCheck and Desktop Gadgets will fail to install due to it not existing at all.

Bootleg quirks

  • You will encounter errors coming from "ie4uinit.exe" on the first boot of the OS. You can simply ignore them.

OEM branding information

  • The manufacturer is set to "Freeware Sys".
  • The model is set to "www.facebook.com/FreewareSys.com".
  • The support hours are set to "www.FreewareSys.com".
  • The computer name is set to "Freeware-Sys".
  • The organization is set to "Freeware-Sys".

Gallery

Themes