At present, we can meet three versions of Win8: Windows RT, Windows 8 and Windows 8 Professional. As for the enterprise version, it is mainly for enterprise users. It is of little significance to our general consumers, so we do not consider here. It is.
Windows RT
The first is Windows RT, which is also a version of Win8, but it is a system for ARM architecture, that is, an operating system running on a mobile platform (mainly a tablet). It features powerful endurance and a free Office suite.
Windows App Store
However, Windows RT cannot install software programs like the previous Windows system, and can only be downloaded from the Windows Store app store. But it still has traditional desktop systems and files, task managers, and powerful peripheral compatibility.
Windows RT is suitable for lightweight users. To use it, it can only be obtained by purchasing a Surface RT tablet. It is bundled with the device and is not sold separately. Windows 8
Windows 8 is the most user-friendly version. It is Microsoft's latest masterpiece with Windows 7 baton. It uses the upgraded NT 6.2 kernel and introduces a new interface system ——"start” screen. Build a new ecosystem through the Windows Store, and also inherit the original desktop system.
Windows 8 File Manager
Windows 8 has stronger performance and stability. It has also opened up a new platform while inheriting the traditional operating system. It has also spawned a large number of new types of computer equipment. The new system completely links the three platforms of tablet, PC and mobile phone.
Windows 8 can install traditional software programs or download applications in the Windows Store, suitable for most computer users.
Windows 8 Professional Edition
Windows 8 Professional Edition has the full functionality of Win8, while also adding more deep professional features, including enhanced data protection through BitLocker and BitLocker To Go to keep information safe. Remote Desktop Connection can be hosted on a Win8 Pro computer; the Professional Win8 can also connect to a corporate or campus network via the "Add Domain" feature.
WMC is now a professional version of the exclusive
Of course, before installing Windows 8 Professional, you need to confirm all the functions when you first confirm the computer. For example, the client Hyper-V needs 64-bit with secondary address translation (SLAT) function. The system and the extra 2GB of RAM, TV tuner and more are required to play and record live TV shows in Windows Media Center.
Win8 Professional is more suitable for engineers who specialize in system management and data management, and IT industry workers with special needs. These basic functions, office users and game users do not use these functions.
Select the most suitable system version to maximize the function of each, and different versions have different prices and purchase methods, especially the price difference between Win8 regular version and professional version is 1000 yuan, so Still have the idea to start again.