64-bit support
Accessibility
Action Center
Aero
Audio and video
Backup and Restore
BitLocker
Calculator
Desktop
Device management
DirectX 11
Email
Gadgets
Games Explorer
Getting Started
HomeGroup
Internet Explorer
Jump Lists
Language packs
Libraries
Location-aware printing
Movie Maker
Multiplayer games
Networking
Paint
Parental Controls
Peek
Performance improvements
Photo Gallery
Play To
Power management
ReadyBoost
Remote Desktop Connection
Remote Media Streaming
Shake
Snap
Snipping Tool
Startup Repair
Sticky Notes
System Restore
Tablet PC
User Account Control
Windows Anytime Upgrade
Windows Connect Now
Windows Defender
Windows Easy Transfer
Windows Essentials
Windows Experience Index
Windows Fax and Scan
Windows Firewall
Windows Media Center
Windows Media Player 12
Windows Mobility Center
Windows Search
Windows Taskbar
Windows Touch
Windows Troubleshooting
Windows Update
Windows XP Mode
WordPad
XPS
Communications
Entertainment
Performance
Productivity
Safety & Security
What is Windows Essentials? It's a suite of free programs for your PC running Windows that makes it easy to create and share polished movies, organize your e‑mail, and more.
You can get it all in one free, simple download that includes:
Stay connected with IM and video chat in HD.
Fix and organize your photos, then share them online.
Organize your e‑mail accounts in one place—even when you're offline.
Compose your blog, add photos and video, then publish to the web.
Create polished movies, then publish them to the web in a few clicks.
Manage and monitor kids' Internet activities, so they can surf the web more safely.
