Sunday, January 1, 2012

Windows 8


Windows 8 is the next operating system following Windows 7. It has many changes from previous versions. In particular it adds support for ARM microprocessors in addition to the previously supported x86 microprocessors from Intel and AMD. A new Start Screen interface has been added that was designed for touchscreen input in addition to mouse, keyboard, and pen input. Microsoft announce the release date may be in 2012.

New Features In Windows 8

The new features of Windows 8 will contain a new user interface based on Microsoft's design language named Metro. With the new change, the Start Menu was replaced in favor for the new Start Screen, there are tiles that contain shortcuts to applications, Metro style applications, and updating tiles.

It also be bootable by using USB flash drive.

A new authentication method allows users to sketch in three different places over the picture to login, instead of typing a password.

Windows Explorer now uses a ribbon interface, similar to those used in Microsoft Office applications.

Another feature expected to be introduced in Windows 8 is native USB 3.0 support, without the need to load drivers

Windows 8 will come with Windows Store, an online marketplace for buying, selling, and advertising applications.

Windows 8 can be run from a USB-connected drive, such as a flash drive. This feature is called Windows To Go. It is intended for enterprise administrators to provide users with a Windows 8 image that reflects the corporate desktop.

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