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Difference Windows NT and MS Windows?


All modern current Microsoft operating systems are Windows NT, MS Windows was available up to Windows ME 98!



Contents:

1.) ... But what is the difference between Windows and Windows NT!
2.) ... Related tips for Windows NT and Co.!



1.) But what is the difference between Windows and Windows NT!


A major difference between Windows and NT is that Windows was still based on a DOS version, while NT only emulated DOS. As a result, old DOS software can no longer run under Windows 11, 10, ....

Under Windows 7, 8.1, (also NT) only DOS software is partially executable if it uses standard functions. Direct access to hardware leads to non-functionality.

The latest NT systems are based on 32-bit / 64-bit operating systems, these can only run 32-bit / 64-bit software! Old, pure 16-bit programs can no longer be run at all, and there is no longer downward compatibility!
 
 

2.) Related tips for Windows NT and Co.!

Here you will find further valuable information:
► What is Windows NT?
► Can I open 32-bit files on a 64-bit operating system?
► What does WOW64 mean in the Windows 11, 10, 8.1, ... operating system?
► What does it mean for programs: executable from Windows 5.0 and higher?
► Why are Windows XP PCs still in use? 







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