Synergy/DE is Now “Compatible with Windows 7”

Synergy/DE has supported Windows 7 for a while—since version 9.1.5b—but the new Synergy/DE 9.3.1a patch is the first version that has been tested to meet the specific requirements of Microsoft’s “Compatible with Windows® 7” logo program. (Both the Synergy/DE and xfNetLink .NET installations have been tested to meet these requirements.) The logo program enables companies to test their products against specific, standard requirements to ensure that the products are compatible and reliable when running on Windows 7. After passing the tests, companies can obtain increased visibility through marketing support that comes with the logo program.

By ensuring that Synergy/DE meets the logo program requirements, we’re able to provide you with a better level of support for Windows 7. According to Microsoft, being a “Compatible with Windows 7” product means that a product:

  • Has been tested for compatibility and reliability on Windows 7.
  • Passed Microsoft designed tests to minimize the possibility of crashes, hangs, and reboots.
  • Represents a commitment that the product will continue to work over the life of Windows 7.
  • Meets privacy standards set forth by the Anti-Spyware Coalition.
  • Installs cleanly and reliably.
  • Eliminates unnecessary reboots.
  • Ensures compatibility with both 32-bit and 64-bit editions of Windows 7.
If you are considering obtaining the Compatible with Windows 7 logo for your product(s), note that it does not cost any money, and we found the process to be straightforward. According to Microsoft, your steps are as follows:

1. Download and install the Windows 7 Client Software Logo Toolkit.
2. Run the Toolkit to validate your application.
3. Ensure the application adheres to all policies (these include “Clean, reversible installation”, “Digitally sign files and drivers”, “Support x64 versions of Windows”, and others)
4. Accept and sign all legal agreements.
5. Opt in to receive communications from Microsoft about your product(s).
6. Upon successful completion of validation testing submit the results to Microsoft.
7. Optional: mail a licensed copy of your application to Microsoft.

For more information about obtaining the Compatibile with Windows 7 logo, see Microsoft’s Web site. And be sure to update to Synergy/DE 9.3.1a to obtain the latest fixes and to have a version that is Compatible with Windows 7.

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