Windows 7
If you are running IIS 7 on Vista x64 you may get this error: System.BadImageFormatException: Could not load file or assembly 'XXXX.XXXXX' or one of its dependencies. An attempt was made to load a program with an incorrect format. By default IIS 7 won't load x86 (32 bit) assemblies, make sure you set your application pool's “Enable 32-Bit Applications” setting to “True”. Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager > Application Pools > {Your App Pool} > Advanced Settings > Enable 32-Bit Applications If this still doesn't work. Try changing your build configuration platform setting for each...
I got a new 128GB G.Skill SSD drive Thursday and I've been repaving my laptop with Windows 7 x64 RC. Overall this has been a really smooth experience. I admit most of my excitement is about my new hard drive and I chose Windows 7 because I read it is optimized for Solid State Drives and I wanted to get the most out of my new purchase. The first thing was that Windows install time was about 30 min. This was my first confirmation that I was gonna love my new drive. The first thing I installed...
I was working on a Windows 7 post about my installation experience and I ended up in a rant. So I decided that I should move my rant to a separate post where it belongs. Two criticisms that I have heard leveled at Windows 7 are: It's too soon (3 years) to roll out a new OS. It's just a Vista service pack I'd like to take a minute or two to answer those from my own perspective. First to the criticism that it's too soon. The...