Windows Eight Ought To Be Ready In February

Microsoft has confirmed they will be releasing a Beta version of their new operating system

, Windows eight. There are high expectations for the new OS, let's hope it lives up to the propaganda.

The software giant's next gen Operating system is in the making and is on target for a February 2012 launch. A final release date hasnt been announced yet, alas there have been countless demonstrations so the launch date shouldn't be too far away.

A new addition will be Metro, a well-liked feature of the Windows 7 phone os. Metro will make the most of its touch screen functions which will make the Operating system much more flexible by making it compatible with smartphones, tablets and computers. The touch screen capabilities are presently being implemented, features like this will make Microsoft really competitive with Apple & Samsung. 1 major concern for Microsoft is how the touch screen improvements can be applied to computing in a user friendly manner.

Windows 8 will have a very strong emphasis on applications & their navigation to make sure Windows eight can compete with Apple & their Mac store.

Windows 8 is said to support ARM processors in addition to the earlier supported X86 microprocessors from Intel & ARM. There will be a entirely revamped start screen which is designed to be touch screen friendly in addition to mouse, keyboard and pen input. Windows eight will support multiple displays with the brand new ability to natively display different background pictures on each screen and customized taskbars on each of the connected Monitors.

Windows 8 is said to be able to operate from a USB-connected drive, such as a flash drive. This feature is known as WindowsToGo (WTG). It's designed for enterprise admins to grant users with a Windows eight image that reflects the company desktop. Pricing & licensing details were not discussed when the feature was announced, WTG will not be included in Windows eight previews.

Rumours indicate that Windows 8 will also include an App store similar to the Apple Mac Store that launched earlier this year. Developers will be given 80% of sales from their applications once it has generated over $25,000, a 10% increase on the Apple iPhone store.

This shows that Microsoft is inclined to lure Developers to Windows 8 with financial incentives, it will be interesting to see whether Microsoft & Windows eight can live up to the hype.

by: Horatio Smythe

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