Windows 8 has been out for several weeks. From what I've read sales appear to be good. User reaction has been mixed (mine included). This comes as no surprise considering the radical change Microsoft has taken with it. I've been using early releases of Windows 8 for several months. When the final release came out, I installed it on one device. Now on to the likes/dislikes.
Windows RT Surface and similar tablets.
The concept of an Arm processor tablet is good as it provides a low cost energy efficient device.
Windows RT only allowing applications from the Microsoft App store is a deal breaker for me. The idea of it being in a restrictive silo of apps much like IOS on the Ipad isn't my cup of tea.. I left the world of IOS and no longer own an Ipad for that same reason.
Windows 8 Pro
I've found my experiences with Windows 8 Pro to be a good experience. I've been using it on a desktop computer, a Laptop computer as well as a tablet. Many people complain about it because the traditional start menu isn't there. I don't find that an issue because I took the time to learn my way around. I question the logic in people expecting Windows 8 to be like every other version of Windows since 1985. Technology has continued to advance so why shouldn't Windows advance? The rejection of Windows 8 people are doing now reminds me of the rejection of Windows that MS DOS users exhibited in the 80's. Those people can rest at easy knowing Windows 7 will be supported until 2020.
My dislikes
As I mentioned, I have only installed Windows 8 final release on one device. That device is an Exopc tablet. I have two $15 upgrades that I don't plan on using. The reason being despite how well Windows 8 runs using a conventional mouse/track pad & keyboard, the touch screen experience is what makes Windows 8 shine.
The EXOPS runs a single core Atom N455 processor with 2GB Ram and a 60GB SSD. Though it is a tablet computer it's essentially a 2010 vintage Netbook internally. The touchscreen is only a 2 touch point screen. Despite all of it's shortcomings compared to modern hardware it runs Windows 8 amazingly well.
At some point I will get a larger notebook or desktop computer with a touchscreen running Windows 8 Pro.
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My dislikes
As I mentioned, I have only installed Windows 8 final release on one device. That device is an Exopc tablet. I have two $15 upgrades that I don't plan on using. The reason being despite how well Windows 8 runs using a conventional mouse/track pad & keyboard, the touch screen experience is what makes Windows 8 shine.
The EXOPS runs a single core Atom N455 processor with 2GB Ram and a 60GB SSD. Though it is a tablet computer it's essentially a 2010 vintage Netbook internally. The touchscreen is only a 2 touch point screen. Despite all of it's shortcomings compared to modern hardware it runs Windows 8 amazingly well.
At some point I will get a larger notebook or desktop computer with a touchscreen running Windows 8 Pro.
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I am glad its working out well for you, i have tried it numerous times on my desktop and cant get used to it, i plan on trying it again, and i will prob buy a copy so i will know im using the final version, i hope i can get used to it on desktop or laptop, you mention support for win 7 will last till 2020, you have also mentioned to me the avg life of a laptop is about 2 1/2 years, when i go to purchase a new laptop, i wonder if microsoft will continue to support hardware for win7 with a new laptop, meaning if brought home a win 8 laptop since that is prob all i wil be able to buy, will i be able to wipe the drive and install win 7, windows 8 does seem faster, i just have to make the change to something new
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