The differences Windows 7 and Windows 8

The differences Windows 7 and Windows 8 - Currently Windows 7 operating system has become the most widely used Microsoft. But, since at the launch of Windows 8, the most likely users will change the operating system Microsoft Windows 7 to Windows 8. But before they use Windows 8, certainly they will look for differences Windows 7 and Windows 8. As in the previous article, Differences Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro, and Windows RT.

Windows 8 does have a variety of new features that do not exist in Windows 7, such as a faster boot time, plane mode (all matters relating to the radio, turn off the Wifi and 3G), the function copy / move / paste that is claimed to be better, the program anti-virus, password with picture, and more. However, some of the features in Windows 7 was removed as a function of Windows XP mode and Windows DVD Maker. To see the differences Windows 7 and Windows 8 in full, please refer to the table

The differences Windows 7 and Windows 8

Features	Windows 7	Windows 8
GUI boot menu	No	Yes
Lock screen	No	Yes
Start screen	No	Yes
Start menu	Yes	No
Windows Media Center	Yes	Yes
Desktop gadgets	Yes	No
Explorer ribbon interface	No	Yes
Support for ARm-based chipsets	No	Yes
Charms	No	Yes
PC Setting	No	Yes
Touch and thumd keyboard	No	Yes
Native USB 3.0 support	No	Yes
App store	No	Yes
Roaming profile	No	Yes
Refresh PC	No	Yes
Reset PC	No	Yes
Secure boot	No	Yes
Windows To Go	No	Yes
Hyper-V client	No	Yes
Windows XP Mode	Yes	No
File History	No	Yes
Storage space	No	Yes
Flip 3D	Yes	No
Aero glass visual style	Yes	No
Windows DVD Maker	Yes	No
Modern Internet Explorer	No	Yes
New Task manager	No	Yes
Sign-in with PIN	No	Yes
Use picture as password	No	Yes
Better multi-monitor support	No	Yes
Fast boot (hybrid boot)	No	Yes
Login with Microsoft account	No	Yes
SmartScreen	No	Yes
ISO mount	No	Yes

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Can an Old Computer to Install Windows 8?

Can an Old Computer to Install Windows 8? Perhaps it is a question that arises for computer users today the launch of Windows 8 is the latest operating system from Microsoft. I use XP computer, my other computer using Vista, and use the Win 7, Can an old computer to install Windows 8? When viewed from the specifications of Windows 8 that uses at least 1 GHz processor, 2 GB memory, and a display that can produce a resolution of 1366 X 768 pixels. Then an old computer with specs as above at least been able to install Windows 8. But this also does not guarantee the compatibility of Windows 8 on a relatively old computer components.

When viewed as a whole, older computers can be installed Windows 8 is minimal computer was able to install Windows 7 as the operating system is much closer to the specification in Windows 8. Moreover, now there are about 1,000 branded computer that supports the operating system. and Windows 8 is now officially available in 140 countries. Users who want to buy this operating system can be a way to download directly from the Microsoft site, or buying a piece of installation for $ 69.9 USD. But special users who have purchased a laptop computer or Windows 7 on June 2, 2012 - January 31, 2013, Microsoft offered upgrades to Windows 8 Pro is priced at $ 14.9 USD.

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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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Differences Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro, and Windows RT

Differences Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro, and Windows RT - Microsoft has officially launched Windows 8 operating system on Friday, 26/10/2012. Unlike previous versions, Windows 8 only has three versions, Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro, and Windows RT. However, in a previous article, Microsoft Windows 8, TechPreet write from sources obtained also Enterprice. Differences Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro is not too much when compared with Windows RT.

Despite having the exact same look from the outside, but Windows 8 and Windows RT has a pretty striking difference. The most fundamental difference is the hardware platforms supported by each version. Windows RT can only run on devices with ARM-based processors. Windows RT can not be installed on devices with x86 and x64 processors. Instead, Windows 8 can only be run on a device with a processor x86/x64 and ARM-based devices can be. In addition, RT was included in Windows Microsoft Office Home and Student 2013 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote).

With this application, users of the Windows RT do not need to buy another package of office applications such. For Windows 8, users must purchase these Office applications. Though the price of Windows 8 itself is quite expensive. However, Windows RT lacks sufficient "fatal". Desktop applications longer than previous versions of Windows, can not be used in the Windows RT. Windows RT users can only use the new application available in the Windows Store. As for the users of Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro can enjoy thousands of applications, both traditional and desktop applications found in the Windows Store.

Differences Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro, and Windows RT

Features	Windows 8	Windows 8 Pro	Windows RT
Upgrades from Windows 7 Starter, Home Basic, Home Premium	X	X
Upgrades from Windows 7 Professional, Ultimate		X
Start screen, Semantic Zoom, Live Tiles	X	X	X
Windows Store	X	X	X
Apps (Mail, Calendar, People, Messaging, Photos, SkyDrive, Reader, Music, Video	X	X	X
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote			X
Internet Explorer 10	X	X	X
Device encryption			X
Connected standby	X	X	X
Desktop	X	X	X
Installation of x86/64 and desktop software	X	X	X
Updated Windows Explorer	X	X	X
Windows Defender	X	X	X
SmartScreen	X	X	X
Windows Update	X	X	X
Enhanced Task Manager	X	X	X
Language Packs	X	X	X
Better multiple monitor support	X	X	X
Storage Spaces	X	X
Windows Media Player	X	X
Exchange ActiveSync	X	X	X
File history	X	X	X
ISo/VHD mount	X	X	X
Mobile broadband features	X	X	X
Picture password	X	X	X
Play To	X	X	X
Remote Desktop (client)	X	X	X
Reset and refresh your PC	X	X	X
Snap	X	X	X
Touch and Thumb keyboard	X	X	X
Trusted boot	X	X	X
VPN client	X	X	X
BitLocker and BitLocker To Go		X
Boot from VHD		X
Client Hyper-V		X
Domain Join		X
Encrypting File System		X
Group Policy		X
Remote Desktop (host)		X

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Microsoft Windows 8

	Microsoft
	Windows 8
	versions Enterprice, RT, Pro

Specs

Type Computer OS	Source model Closed	Architecture 64-bit, 32-bit	Released October 26, 2012

Type		Interface		Pricing & availability
Type	Computer OS	Graphical interface	Yes	Availability	Pre-release
		Command line interface	Yes	Released (US)	October 26, 2012
				Announced (US)	January, 2011

Kernel
Architecture	64-bit, 32-bit	Source		General info
Kernel type	Hybrid kernel	Source model	Closed	Product site	windows.microsoft.com
Multitasking	Yes

Enterprice Specs

Type Computer OS	Source model Closed	Architecture 64-bit, 32-bit	Released October 26, 2012

Type		Interface		Pricing & availability
Type	Computer OS	Graphical interface	Yes	Availability	Pre-release
		Command line interface	Yes	Released (US)	October 26, 2012
				Announced (US)	January, 2011

Kernel
Architecture	64-bit, 32-bit	Source		General info
Kernel type	Hybrid kernel	Source model	Closed	Product site	windows.microsoft.com
Multitasking	Yes

Pro Specs

Type Computer OS	Source model Closed	Architecture 64-bit, 32-bit	Released October 26, 2012

Type		Interface		Pricing & availability
Type	Computer OS	Graphical interface	Yes	Availability	Pre-release
		Command line interface	Yes	Released (US)	October 26, 2012
				Announced (US)	January, 2011
				Original price	$139 USD

Kernel
Architecture	64-bit, 32-bit	Source		General info
Kernel type	Hybrid kernel	Source model	Closed	Product site	windows.microsoft.com
Multitasking	Yes

RT Specs

Type Computer OS	Source model Closed	Architecture 64-bit, 32-bit	Released October 26, 2012

Type		Interface		Pricing & availability
Type	Computer OS	Graphical interface	Yes	Availability	Pre-release
		Command line interface	Yes	Released (US)	October 26, 2012
				Announced (US)	January, 2011

Kernel
Architecture	64-bit, 32-bit	Source		General info
Kernel type	Hybrid kernel	Source model	Closed	Product site	windows.microsoft.com
Multitasking	Yes

Source gdgt

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Samsung Galaxy Note II N7100 Specs

Samsung Galaxy Note II N7100 Specs - Samsung presents Samsung Galaxy Note II N7100 with latest features like Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, 8MP (Rear) + 1.9MP (front) camera 1.6GHz Quad Core processor, 16GB internal memory, microSD up to 64 GB , voice call and S Pen enhanced capabilities and screen 5.5 "HD Super AMOLED screen to provide a stunning visual experience. Samsung Galaxy Note II N7100 with 5.5 HD Super AMOLED display more clarity and better screen 16:9 ratio improving visual experience. innovative design of the Samsung Galaxy Note II N7100 include larger screens, while maintaining a lean and fit so right in your hands. For more details of Samsung Galaxy Note II N7100 Specs, see on table below..

GENERAL	2G Network	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
	3G Network	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
	4G Network	LTE 700 MHz Class 17 / 2100 - N7105
	SIM	Micro-SIM
	Announced	2012, August
	Status	Available. Released 2012, September
BODY	Dimensions	151.1 x 80.5 x 9.4 mm (5.95 x 3.17 x 0.37 in)
	Weight	183 g (6.46 oz)
		- Touch-sensitive controls
		- S Pen stylus
DISPLAY	Type	Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
	Size	720 x 1280 pixels, 5.5 inches (~267 ppi pixel density)
	Multitouch	Yes
	Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 2
		- TouchWiz UI
SOUND	Alert types	Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones0
	Loudspeaker	Yes
	3.5mm jack	Yes
MEMORY	Card Slot	microSD, up to 64 GB
	Internal	16/32/64 GB storage, 2 GB RAM
	DATA	GPRS	Yes
EDGE		Yes
Speed		HSDPA, 21 Mbps; HSUPA, 5.76 Mbps; LTE, Cat3, 50 Mbps UL, 100 Mbps DL
WLAN		Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi hotspot
Bluetooth		Yes, v4.0 with A2DP, LE, EDR
NFC		Yes
USB		Yes, microUSB v2.0 (MHL), USB On-the-go
CAMERA	Primary	8 MP, 3264x2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
	Features	Geo-tagging, touch focus, face and smile detection, image stabilization
	Video	Yes, 1080p@30fps
	Secondary	Yes, 1.9 MP, 720p@30fps
FEATURES	OS	Android OS, v4.1.1 (Jelly Bean)
	Chipset	Exynos 4412 Quad
	CPU	Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A9
	GPU	Mali-400MP
	Sensors	Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
	Messaging	SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM, RSS
	Browser	HTML5
	Radio	Stereo FM radio with RDS
	GPS	Yes, with A-GPS support and GLONASS
	Java	Yes, via Java MIDP emulator
	Colors	Titanium Gray, Marble White
		- S-Voice natural language commands and dictation
		- Smart Stay eye tracking
		- Dropbox (50 GB storage)
		- Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic
		- TV-out (via MHL A/V link)
		- SNS integration
		- MP4/DivX/XviD/WMV/H.264/H.263 player
		- MP3/WAV/eAAC+/AC3/FLAC player
		- Organizer
		- Image/video editor
		- Document viewer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF)
		- Google Search, Maps, Gmail,YouTube, Calendar, Google Talk, Picasa integration
		- Voice memo/dial/commands
		- Predictive text input (Swype)
BATTERY		Standard battery, Li-Ion 3100 mAh
	Stand by	Up to 980 h (2G) / Up to 890 h (3G)
	Talk Time	Up to 35 h (2G) / Up to 16 h (3G)
MISC	SAR US	0.23 W/kg (head) 0.95 W/kg (body)
	SAR EU	0.17 W/kg (head)
	PRICE		$675.00 *prices subject to change

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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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