He touted many of the major changes on 8. Joel Hruska of ExtremeTech criticized continuing integration problems between the Desktop and apps on 8. Although praising the more flexible snapping system, he still pointed out flaws, such as an inability to maintain snap configurations in certain situations.
Peter Bright of Ars Technica praised many of the improvements on 8. However, he still felt that the transition between the desktop and apps "still tends to feel a bit disjointed and disconnected" even though the option to use the desktop wallpaper on the Start screen made it feel more integrated with the desktop interface rather than dissimilar , and that the restoration of the Start button made the two interfaces feel even more inconsistent because of how different it operates between the desktop and apps.
Certain aspects of 8. In his review of 8. Leonhard considered this to be ironic, given that Microsoft had criticized Google 's use of similar tactics with its " Scroogled " advertising campaign. Data published by Net Applications in November revealed a usage rate of 1.
Shortly after its release, Windows RT 8. The company released recovery media and instructions which could be used to repair the device, and restored access to Windows RT 8. It was also found that changes to screen resolution handling on 8. Microsoft released a patch to fix the bug on certain games in November , and acknowledged that it was caused by "changes to mouse-input processing for low-latency interaction scenarios". Official website. Template:Windows tablets.
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Windows 8. On the other hand, Windows 8. It includes everything in Windows 8. It includes all of the features in Windows 8. Windows RT helps enable thin and lightweight devices with remarkable battery life. This Table lists the key features available in each edition of Windows 8. Start screen, Semantic Zoom, Live Tiles. Subsystem for Unix-based Applications. Microsoft Office apps bundled with OS including Outlook.
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Report inappropriate content using these instructions. Windows RT 8. Secure boot. PowerShell is Microsoft's strategic task automation platform and a core component of the overall management framework for Windows. Version 3 has been in beta for some time but the final version is included with Windows 8 and Windows Server which has also been released to manufacturing. Lots of features have been removed in Windows 8, like the traditional Start menu.
Support for playing DVD-Video has been removed from Windows Media Player due to the cost of licensing the necessary decoders and the prevalence of streaming services such as Netflix. The minimum system requirements for Windows 8 Enterprise edition are slightly higher than those of Windows 7. To run Metro-style apps, a screen resolution of x or higher is required to run one app at a time, and a minimum resolution of x is required to run two apps side-by-side using snap.
To receive logo certification, Microsoft requires that a system resume from standby in 2 seconds or less on x86 systems. Microsoft released minimum hardware requirements for new tablet and convertible devices designed for Windows 8, and defined a convertible form factor as a standalone device that combines the PC, display and rechargeable power source with a mechanically attached keyboard and pointing device in a single chassis.
A convertible can be transformed into a tablet where the attached input devices are hidden or removed leaving the display as the only input mechanism. If a mobile broadband device is integrated into a tablet or convertible system, then an assisted GPS radio is required.
Devices supporting near field communication need to have visual marks to help users locate and use the proximity technology.
Secure boot is a controversial [62] [63] [64] [65] UEFI -based feature to "prevent unauthorized firmware, operating systems, or UEFI drivers from running at boot time". Microsoft will also require that manufacturers offer the ability to turn off the secure boot feature on x86 hardware, [67] but they must not offer such an option on ARM hardware.
No mandate is made regarding the installation of third-party certificates that would enable running alternative software. In September , Matthew Garrett, an employee of competitor Red Hat , raised the possible risk of Microsoft locking out alternative systems, [71] leading to media coverage. Windows 8 for IA and x64 processors will run most software compatible with previous versions of Windows, with the same restrictions as Windows 7: bit Windows 8 will be able to run bit and bit software while bit Windows 8 will be able to run bit and bit software although some bit software may require compatibility settings to be applied, or not work at all.
Software compatibility for Windows 8 can be checked at the Windows Compatibility Center. Windows RT , a version of Windows 8 for systems with ARM processors , will only support applications included with the system such as a special version of Office , supplied through Windows Update, or applications acquired through the Windows Store. Metro-style applications can either be cross-compatible between Windows 8 and Windows RT, or compiled to support a specific architecture.
In none of Microsoft's announcements or confirmations of these promotional prices did it specify what will be the long-term, permanent upgrade pricing for Windows 8 and Windows 8 Professional. The Windows 8 Professional upgrade for Windows 7 users will be easiest and most seamless of the upgrade paths because all user settings, personal files, and apps remain intact. For those upgrading from Windows Vista, only user settings and personal files are preserved, but not apps; and for those upgrading from Windows XP, only personal files but not user settings or apps will survive.
The upgrade must be performed via registration on the Microsoft Windows Upgrade Offer website. After registration on the site which must be done from the eligible PC so that its copy of Windows 7 may be validated , registrants will receive a confirmation email. The Windows 8 Professional upgrades obtained via these promotional prices will include days of no-charge support from Microsoft which will begin at the moment the Windows 8 is installed and activation is completed.
On February 18, , Microsoft confirmed that in Windows 8 the Windows logo will be significantly updated to reflect the new Metro design language. The logo was designed by Pentagram partner Paula Scher. The formerly flag-shaped logo has been transformed into four window panes, perspective was added, and the entire logo will be rendered in a single solid color, which will depend on the user's personalization changes.
On April 16, , Microsoft announced that Windows 8 will be available in four main editions. Windows 8 and Windows 8 Professional will be available for retail sale to consumers in most countries. Mainstream support for Windows 8 ended on January 12, Users are required to upgrade to Windows 8.
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