Bob Pony OS Beta 2

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Bob Pony OS Beta 2 is a bootleg Windows 7 SP1 edition, which was created by Bob Pony. It released on August 5, 2016, after Bob Pony OS Beta 1. It is based on Windows 7, as opposed to its predecessor being based on Windows XP. It was added to the archive sometime in December 2021.

Bob Pony OS Beta 2
Crusty Windows bootleg
The desktop of Bob Pony OS Beta 2
The desktop of Bob Pony OS Beta 2
Original OSWindows 7 SP1
Release dateAugust 5th, 2016
AuthorBob Pony
Country of OriginUnited States
Language(s)English
Architecture(s)x86 (32-bit)
File size2.70 GB
Download linkBob Pony OS Beta 2.iso
Date addedDecember 2021?

This was the final version of Bob Pony OS. There were rumors that a "Beta 3" was created at some point (but never actually released), however, it was confirmed by Bob Pony that Beta 3 never existed.[1]

Description

The bootleg is a modified Windows 7 SP1 ISO. It serves the same purpose as its predecessor.

Changes from Windows 7 SP1

  • A brand new .NET shell made in VB.NET is present
  • A new file browser also written in VB.NET named NewExplorer was added. It is not feature complete however, and has some bugs
  • A new settings panel is added
  • Windows Classic is present as the default theme, rather than Windows Aero

Software

  • Mozilla Firefox 48.0

Gallery

Applications

References