Windows 7 available in Welsh

Feb 25 2010 by Samantha Castle, North Wales Weekly News

Software in Welsh

A LANGUAGE Interface Pack for all versions of Microsoft Windows 7 has been made available for download, thanks to a collaboration between Microsoft and the Welsh Language Board.

Microsoft has added another of their products to the growing list of software available in Welsh and would encourage all users of Windows 7.

Microsoft Windows 7 is Microsoft’s latest operating system and contains many new features.

Steve Beswick, director of education at Microsoft UK, said: “We’re glad to offer Welsh speakers the opportunity to use Windows 7 in Welsh.

“Since 2004, we have been committed to increasing the language choices available to our customers, and sincerely hope Welsh speakers will take advantage of this most recent development.”

Alun Fred Jones AM, minister for heritage, welcomed the development: “I would encourage all Welsh speakers who use technology to use that technology in Welsh.

“ICT evolves quickly, and I’m glad Microsoft has made the Windows 7 language pack available so soon – and at its own cost.

“This is yet another example of a business that sees sense in using Welsh.”

Meirion Prys Jones, chief executive of the Welsh Language Board, said: “We are delighted to continue with our longstanding relationship with Microsoft, which has already resulted in Welsh speakers having the opportunity to expand their use of Welsh into the world of information technology, at home, work or school.”