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Intro

Operating
System

System
Requirements

Cons
Touch
Factor

Picture
Password

Know
The
Owner

Features

Poll

Windows 7
Vs.
Windows 8

Final
Verdict

Windows 8
Removed
features

PROS

Startup
Comparison
Made By
Sourav Panda

Select A Topic
From The
Tiles Menu Of
Windows 8 To
Directly
Reach There !
Click On The
Windows 8
Charm Button
To Reach Back
On This Start
Menu !

Introduction

Windows 8is anoperating systemproduced

byMicrosoftfor use on personal computers, including
home and businessdesktops,laptops,tablets, andhome
theatre PCs.
Development of this operating system started before the
release of its predecessor in 2009. Its existence was first
announced in January 2011 atConsumer Electronics Show.
During its development and test phases, Microsoft
released three pre-release versions:Developer Previewon
September 13, 2011, Consumer Preview February 29,
2012, and Release PreviewMay 31, 2012.

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hat is a Operating System
Anoperating systemorOSis a software program that
enables the computerhardwareto communicate and operate
with the computersoftware. Without a computer operating
system, a computer andsoftwareprograms would be
useless.Below are the some examples of it -:

Windows 8
Windows 7
Linux
How it Works
Fedora
Ubuntu
And many more

Microsoft Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft's mission
has been to create software for the personal computer that empowers and
enriches people in the workplace, at school and at home. As the world's
leading software provider, Microsoft strives to produce innovative products
that meet customers' evolving needs.

Microsoft products include the MS-DOS and Windows operating systems for
personal computers, server applications for client/server environments,
business and consumer productivity applications, interactive media programs,
and Internet platform and development tools. Microsoft also offers online
services, sells personal computer books and input devices, and researches
and develops advanced technology software products. Microsoft products,
available in more than 30 languages and sold in more than 50 countries, are
available for most PCs, including Intel microprocessor-based computers and
Apple computers.

Its been almost two years since Microsoft launched the Windows 7
operating system and over time, it has proved itself to be one of
the best and most stable operating systems ever created. And now
with Windows 8, there isnt a least shred of doubt that Microsoft
is aiming not only for a repeat performance but to also change how
we interact with our PCs.

Windows 8 is an operating system produced by Microsoft for use on personal computers, including
home and business desktops, laptops, tablets, Smartphones and home theatre PCs.

Windows 8 introduces significant changes to the operating system's

graphical user interface and platform; such as a new interface
design incorporating a new design language used by other Microsoft
products, a new Start screen to replace the Start menu used by
previous versions of Windows, a new...

Development of this operating system started before the release of its predecessor in
2009. Its existence was first announced in January 2011 at Consumer Electronics Show
People will be able get Windows 8 starting on October 26 theither byupgrading for
$39.99or on a new PC or device. And if you buy an eligible Windows 7 PC today, you
will be able to purchase an upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for $14.99 (U.S.) through
theWindows Upgrade Offer.

System Requirements
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Windows8 works great on the same hardware that powersWindows7:

Processor:1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster
RAM:1 gigabyte (GB) (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit)
Hard disk space:16 GB (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)
Graphics card:MicrosoftDirectX9 graphics device with WDDM driver
Additional requirements to use certain features: To use touch, you need a tablet or a monitor that supports multitouch.
To access theWindowsStore and to download and run apps, you need an active
Internet connection and a screen resolution of at least 1024 x 768.
To snap apps, you need a screen resolution of at least 1366 x 768.
Internet access (ISP fees might apply)

Features

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Live Demo Of Windows 8

Metro UI Screen

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Removed features

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Traditional Start Button & Start Menu

Windows Aero, Transparent Glass, & Flip 3D
No Windows 8 Desktop Gadgets
Command Bar get replaced by new Ribbon
DVD Playback & Windows Media Center
Previous Versions & Windows Backup and Restore
Parental Control is now family safety on Windows 8
Windows Update Desktop Notifications

Pros

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Windows 8 is able to work

Safer( Much More User Friendly )on the Tablet, Laptop and
Desktop
Low hardware specifications
(even for tablets)
Has a fresh look
Optimized for touch screens
Windows Store application
Internet Explorer 10
Startup Duration: Max 17
Seconds
Shut-down Duration: Max 9.9
Seconds

Everything is faster in
Windows 8
Windows 8 has been
designed for touch
screens with ARM based
processors in which
current smartphones and
tablets are run on

Cons

A whole new interface to discover

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Metro is able to work well
on the tablet but the UI is
not very compatible when
used on the desktop

Metro multitasking is
limited to 2 application
only
All Software's are not compatible with it
( Mostly Those Softwares Which
Very difficult to move
between screens
Are Nowadays Not Updated )

Start menu

There is no option to turn

tiles into icons
Tiles caused crash

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Poll

4%

6%

I'll upgrade my existing PC to Windows 8 as soon

as it's available.

I plan to download and test the Windows 8 beta

before deciding.

20%
45%

I'll stick with Windows 7, thank you very much.

I want no part of any current or future Microsoft

operating system.

Other

25%

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The Start Screen

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Window 7 At start screen

we have Desktop with a
Start Menu toolbar.

Windows 8 At Start
screen there is all new
Metro UI.

Task management

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Window 7 A simple and easy to

handle Task Manager dialog box

Window 8 A Whole New

Task manager dialog box with
more details of running
applications and options.

Interface issues

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Windows 7 The interface of

it was same as earlier
versions with little changes

Windows 8 All new interface

which is hard to understand at
the beginning for a newbie.
Every window is having a ribbon
with it.

Lock Screen
Windows
7 No
Lock
Screen
Feature in
it.
Windows 8 A new lock screen feature which allows to lock
your PC/ Laptop same as a Smartphone.

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Windows 8
Old Copy
Style.

Windows 8 All new Copy

Style
It Has Become Much More
Informative And Graphical
With The Ability To Pause
Which Increases Its
Interactivity.

STARTUP COMPARISON

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Touch Factor

Allow users to use Windows with the touch interface as

well as with mouse and keyboard.
Allow users to do two things at one by clicking the tiles
along the side.
Work really fast and fluid to get between your running

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Picture Password

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Secure passwords are hard to memorize.

You can perform gestures on a picture of your choice to log in or otherwise a
pattern.
The only problem I see is that gestures are easy to spot by someone at your
back.

Final Verdict

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FOR
On

the right hardware, it's sleek, fast and fun

Huge security improvements
Better battery life
Faster boot
Great for touch
All new app store
All new Metro UI

AGAINST
Start

menu gone
there are Still Suspected Bugs left Unsolved
Some older CPUs won't run it
Some Older Programs Wont Run

It Takes A Week Or
Two To Get Used To
Its New Features
But After That You
Will Love It !!

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