This paper provides an overview of the Microsoft Windows PC Accelerators, a collection of features introduced in Windows Vista that directly address performance and responsiveness in PCs. This paper describes the key benefits and implementation considerations for each feature.
The PC Accelerators include:
Windows SuperFetch - analyzes per-machine usage patterns over time and optimizes the data that is kept in memory.
Windows ReadyBoot - decreases boot time (the time from turning power on to reaching the log-on screen) by preloading the files and startup programs needed per-machine into a cache.
Windows ReadyBoost - supports the use of flash storage devices like Universal Serial Bus (USB) flash drives and Secure Digital (SD) flash cards to boost PC performance.
Windows ReadyDrive - supports hybrid hard disk drives.
This paper is intended for PC and storage device manufacturers that want to develop products to take advantage of the Windows PC Accelerator features.
This information applies to the following operating systems: Windows 7 Windows Vista
What's New:
Added the new ReadyBoot feature.
Described the Windows 7 improvements for SuperFetch, ReadyBoost, and ReadyDrive.
Clarified descriptions and improved organization throughout.
