No longer dazzling, parsing different versions of Windows 8

Author: cathy

& ldquo; upgrade to Windows 8 operating system, the number of users has exceeded 4 million. Recently, Microsoft CEO Ballmer officially announced this gratifying data. Although it takes a while for new products to be accepted and adapted, many Windows fans and "adventurous" give Windows 8 is a good start. However, for most ordinary consumers, the numerous Windows 8 versions and the branded and versatile products equipped with the Windows 8 operating system are dazzling and inaccessible. This article will answer your questions and show you a clear Windows 8 world.
Windows 8 Standard Edition: for ordinary home and general office users

Resolving different versions of Windows 8

* Windows 8 (Standard/Core)

Applicable people: ordinary home/office users

For ordinary users, Windows 8 is the best choice for desktop and notebooks with Intel processors, including the new Windows Store, File Explorer. (formerly Windows Explorer), Task Manager, and feature services that were only available in Enterprise/Fairball. Windows 8 also supports the traditional Windows operating interface, users can switch between the Windows interface and the Windows 8 style tile interface.

* Windows 8 Pro (Professional Edition)

Applicable people: technology enthusiasts, companies/technicians

Windows 8 Pro for PCs with Intel processors, built-in A range of Windows 8 enhancements including encryption, virtualization, PC management and domain name connectivity; and integration with existing enterprise management infrastructure to support a full Office experience with Outlook, Word, SharePoint Designer, PowerPoint and more program.
Windows 8 Pro Professional Edition: for business people and technicians

* Windows 8 Enterprise (Enterprise Edition)

Applicable people: Business users

In addition to the full functionality of Windows 8 Professional, Windows 8 Enterprise Edition will add features such as PC management and deployment, advanced security, and virtualization.

* Windows RT

Applicable people: mobile office users, student users

Windows RT is designed for ARM-based tablets and computers and cannot be purchased separately. Released only in a pre-installed manner. And Windows RT is not compatible with older versions of Windows software, only with applications provided by the Windows 8 store, but with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote desktop programs designed for touch screens.

It is worth mentioning that tablets and computers equipped with Windows RT can be carried around, they are not only thin and light but also have a battery to extend the life of the device.
Windows RT version can be carried around for mobile office users

Upgrade to Windows 8 offers

Buying a new pre-installed Windows 8 operating system is to experience Windows 8 In addition to one of the most straightforward ways, users can upgrade their existing PCs (you may not be able to experience the touch features of Windows 8). At present, there are two upgrade offers offered by Microsoft:

1. PCs with Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista or Windows 7 will be eligible to upgrade to Windows 8 by electronic software download within the specified time. Edition, the discount price is 248 yuan (Microsoft online store: www.MicrosoftStore.com);

2, from June 2, 2012 to January 31, 2013 to purchase eligible Windows 7 The computer will be able to upgrade to Windows 8 Professional with a Windows upgrade plan at a discounted price of RMB 98.

Surface is the most popular among users

There are many products equipped with Windows 8 operating system: Lenovo Yoga & mdash; — flip deformation ultrabook; Samsung Q470-ZT02CN notebook; HP Pavilion 14 Ultrabook The ASUS VivoBook S200 Ultrabook; and the upcoming Sony VAIO-DUO11 series hybrid touch ultrabook, etc., give users a lot of choices and expectations.

In the context of the popularity of the mobile Internet, the latest statistics released by third-party companies (Addulpex) show that Surface tablets are the most popular Windows 8/RT products.
Third-party data: Surface is most popular with users

It is expected that Windows 8 will be in peak sales season in 2013

Microsoft's new operating system Windows 8 has been released since its global release on October 26th. A lot of impressive results, not only in a short period of time to achieve 4 million user upgrades, equipped with Windows 8 operating system, ultrabooks, tablets, notebooks and all-in-one products and other products have also come out one after another, a scene of prosperity.

A few days ago, some analysts expected that, given Windows 8's disruptive interface design and a new operating experience, it will take some time for consumers and users to accept and adapt, so Windows 8 sales are not Will soar in the short term. But analysts also pointed out that Windows 8 sales will show an upward trend is also foreseeable, and by mid-2013 may come to the Windows 8 sales season.