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October 30, 2012
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At last, Windows 8 is out!
| Dear CNET members, To all the people and my colleagues in the east affected by Hurricane Sandy, my thoughts and prayers go out to you -- hang in there.
On to tech news: at last, Windows 8 has finally been released. No more beta/preview version -- it's the real deal out in the open. During the past several weeks, I've received a steady stream of e-mails from members asking about public release dates, and asking if Windows 8 would work on their current system. Well folks, here it is -- the CNET Windows 8 review -- which gives you a good overall look of what to expect, and how it differs from your traditional Windows look and functionality that everyone has grown accustomed to. This is definitely worth checking out if you are contemplating the upgrade, or are simply just curious as to what the big fuss is all about.
CNET's review title is: Aggressively innovative Windows 8 forces a steep learning curve. This may sound a bit scary and discourage some of you from upgrading, so you might want to read comments from your fellow members who have installed it already to get a sense of what people who have used it for a few days are experiencing. You can get their opinions and if you have questions, you should post them. And if you're one of those folks who has Windows 8 running on your machine, come on in and join the conversation around it; we'd love to hear your opinion about it -- whether you love it or hate it! Thanks everyone! |
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Here's what some of your fellow members had to say about this week's topic:
Windows 8
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"Been using it for a few days. I am an amateur techie and would say I am moderately knowledgeable. There is a learning curve, but I wouldn't call it steep. In fact, many casual users will find it easier to use as 90% of what they are going to use their PC for (internet, e-mail, social media, news) is right there on the Start screen in easy to see and click tiles. Once you learn how to use the charms bar and get used to the "don't call it Metro" interface, it's relatively consistent throuhgout the operating system." |
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| Posted by DemBones66 |
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"I've read articles with detailed descriptions of the changes to Windows 8's guts; I feel somewhat positive about many of those inner improvements. However, after seeing the live demo of the Start screen, I'm convinced more than ever of Microsoft's commitment to gimmickry, ease-of-use be damned. Those application previews offered by the tiles tell me so little, I consider them useless."
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| Posted by tonyny77 |
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"I bought windows 8 yesterday and I totally like it. I have been using windows for so long and I think this is the first time in almost a decade that they do something creative. yes there are some flows here and there but overall it is pretty good start for such a massive leap. the new start home thing is great and feels friendly and also futuristic. but what I like most is how fast this operates. this is where the massive improvement shows." |
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| Posted by beko111 |
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Will you be upgrading to Windows 8: Why or why not?
