Differences Windows 8 and Windows RT

Differences Windows 8 and Windows RT - The three major operating systems - Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro, Windows RT - presented by Microsoft has brought curiosity Microsoft users, such as what operating system presented by Microsoft. In the previous article, Differences Windows 7 and Windows 8, and Differences Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro, and Windows RT in general we know. For Windows 8 is the standard version of Windows 8 Pro, while the Windows RT - Runtime - is an operating system that is completely new and different. And to know the differences Windows 8 and Windows RT in general are as follows

Differences Windows 8 and Windows RT

Release	Windows 8 was released on October 26, 2012, Windows RT will be available in November.
Features	Windows RT does not have the features of Windows Media Player, Storage Space, BitLocker Encryption (although Windows RT systems offer encryption), Group Policy Management, and Remote Desktop only works in client mode. RT Windows and Windows 8 support many languages, IE 10, Xbox Live, Windows Defender, Exchange ActiveSync, Windows Play streaming and virtual networking.
Interface	Windows 8 and Windows RT run the new Metro interface. The interface of Windows 8 could drop down to the old Windows desktop applications. RT Windows can not.
Compatibility	Windows RT is equipped with Office already installed, Windows 8 is not. Windows RT restrict development APIs - Application Programming Interfaces - especially for web browsers. Only IE that can perform many functions in the Windows RT.
Upgrading	Not upgrade to Windows RT from any operating system coz Windows RT is a new system. Windows 8 can be upgraded from the previous operating system.
Hardware	Windows RT only runs on ARM processors, Windows 8 running on x86 processors. RT Windows will not run natively on Intel-AMD, Windows 8 will not run on ARM devices.
Purchase	Windows RT is only available on the device. Windows 8 will be available for PC and version upgrades.
Price	For some applications, the Windows 8 be purchased separately. While Windows RT does.

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Download Windows 8 from WindowsUpgradeOffer!

Download Windows 8 from WindowsUpgradeOffer! - Once officially launched, Windows 8, now can be enjoyed legally. If you are not using the latest operating system from Microsoft, you can download Windows 8 from WindowsUpgradeOffer. Find and download opened in conjunction with the launch of Windows 8 were conducted simultaneously on Friday (10/26/2012). Installing Windows 8 can be done in a way to migrate from previous versions of the OS or a single installation of a non-OS. As for the price, OS migration were purchased prior to June 2012 is $ 39.99 USD. This applies to the migration of all versions of Windows prior to Windows 8 Pro. Whereas, if the migration began in July 2012 purchase is $ 15 USD. This offer is valid until January 31, 2013.
And for the retail version of Windows 8 Pro, which features a DVD and instructions, priced at $ 69.99 USD.

Download & Upgrades to Windows 8

As in the previous article, Differences Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro, and Windows RT. Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro does not come with Microsoft Office applications and are intended for devices with x86 and x64 architecture processors - support in buying. The Windows RT is equipped with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote, without Outlook) and bundled (pre-installed) with a computer or tablet ARM processor architecture.

Additional: Bad news for users of Windows XP, Microsoft will discontinue support and updates for Windows XP in April 2014. Site Wikipedia mentions, OS 11-year-old will be "retired" on 8 April 2014. And until now users of Windows XP is still quite a lot. From 1.2 billion Windows users in the world, about 45 percent of them are still using Windows XP. Microsoft provides users the opportunity to upgrade the version of Windows XP, Vista, or Windows 7 into Windows 8 Pro version. Please download Windows 8 from WindowsUpgradeOffer!

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Windows 8 Available to Buy Starting Tonight

Windows 8 Available to Buy Starting Tonight - Stunning new Microsoft operating system is finally ready for public consumption, starting tonight. The new operating system will be launched in over 140 markets and in more than 37 languages​​, and was able tomb either Windows 8 or Windows Pro 8 - to say nothing of the Microsoft Surface, from 00.01 local time in stores United States, like Amazon, Best Buy and Staples. Meanwhile, Microsoft also will offer its line of Windows 8 Upgrade. Those looking - will be able to move from XP to version 7 - need to update their PC stump up $ 40 -. Windows 8 Available to Buy Starting Tonight from source link below for further markers Better yet, if a second Windows 7 machine from Purchased in June, you will be able to download the latest version of the operating system from Redmond for the discounted price of $ 15, so make sure you pay a visit to our second source link below.

Windows 8 Arrives

Easy-to-download upgrades and the best range of PCs ever welcome Windows 8 to worldwide availability

Microsoft Corp. today announced the global availability of its popular Windows operating system, Windows 8. Beginning Friday, Oct. 26, consumers and businesses worldwide will be able to experience all that Windows 8 has to offer, including a beautiful new user interface and a wide range of applications with the grand opening of the Windows Store. As a result of close work with hardware partners, more than 1,000 certified PCs and tablets, including Microsoft Surface, will be available for the launch of Windows 8 - making it the best lineup of PCs ever across the Windows 8 and Windows RT ecosystem.

"We have reimagined Windows and the result is a stunning lineup of new PCs," said Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer. "Windows 8 brings together the best of the PC and the tablet. It works perfect for work and play and it is alive with your world. Every one of our customers will find a PC that they will absolutely love."


Windows 8 will be available for download to upgrade existing PCs in more than 140 markets and 37 languages at http://www.windows.com/buy beginning at 12:01 a.m. local time and at retail locations around the world. At retail, Windows 8 will be available in two primary versions - Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro - as well as Windows 8 Enterprise for large organizations. Launching at the same time is a new member of the Windows family - Windows RT - designed for ARM-based tablets and available pre-installed on new devices. In addition to Microsoft Office 2013, Windows RT is designed exclusively for apps in the new Windows Store. Windows 8 features the new fast and fluid Start screen that gives people one-click access to the apps and content they care most about. It also features an entirely new Internet Explorer 10 that is perfect for touch, and built-in cloud capabilities with SkyDrive.


Windows 8 can be purchased in a variety of ways from the world's leading retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy and Staples in the U.S., Casas Bahia in Brazil, Future Shop and Staples in Canada, Suning in China, Media Markt across Europe, FNAC in France, Yamada in Japan, Telmex in Mexico, Dixons in the U.K., and many more, which will feature a variety of offers for customers looking for great deals on Windows 8 PCs, devices and software. Consumers can go to http://www.windows.com/shop to learn about the large array of Windows 8 devices available and find the one that best fits their needs. More information on the great offers around the world is available at http://www.blogs.windows.com.


In addition to the range of new Windows-based devices available, consumers can also upgrade their existing PCs. Through the end of January, consumers currently running PCs with Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 are qualified to download an upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for an estimated retail price of US$39.99. And eligible Windows 7 PCs purchased between June 2, 2012, and Jan. 31, 2013, in more than 140 markets can download an upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for an estimated retail price of US$14.99 with the Windows Upgrade Offer, available at http://www.windowsupgradeoffer.com.

Via Engadget
Source Microsoft 1, 2

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