Microsoft's Windows 8.1 update is now offered to download

Windows 8 operators will see a notice in the Windows Store by a ready to upgrade to the new operating system. Microsoft has added a number of enhancements with this update, with built-in Bing search, smart SkyDrive syncing, and visual variations to the Start Screen and application.

Windows 8.1 is available to customers in just two editions:

Windows 8.1 is available to customers in just two editions: base and Pro. The previous is meant at home users whereas the latter also comprises features such as BitLocker encryption and hosting Remote Desktop Connections that are suitable for business use. There are also pricing differences between the two.

Retain in attention that Microsoft will not source a USB drive containing Windows 8.1, so if you wish to install it on a device that does not sport a DVD drive.

Microsoft officially launches Windows 8.1 to the free

After almost two months since its new operating system reached the RTM status. The latest release is full with many new features and enhancements over its notorious predecessor, counting the renewal of the Start button and the much-awaited option to boot straight to the Desktop and avoid the Modern UI.

Upgrading to Windows 8.1 without losing any data

Windows 8 users are able to free upgrading to Windows 8.1 without losing any data, Modern UI apps.

Restoring the start button

The new software, which is now available for download from the Windows Store, addresses several criticisms of Windows 8; restoring the start button and the option for a traditional desktop style interface.

Windows 8 device/Computers

If you not Windows 8 device? You can quiet install 8.1 on a Win 7 machine; you objective won't get the update for free.

Owners of Windows 8 computers and devices can download Windows 8.1 for free online at Microsoft's newly redesigned Windows Store. Those currently running Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, or the Windows 8.1 Preview can visit this landing page at Windows.com to find out how to upgrade to Windows 8.1.

An age of touch-enabled and always-connected computing.

"By Windows 8, we presented an age of extremely mobile, touch-enabled, and always-connected computing. Windows 8.1 evolves this vision and brings together everything people do across all their devices whether at home, at work, or on the go," Microsoft said in a statement. "Windows is delivering the most personal computing experience out there, making your device a unique extension of you and offering more ways to create an experience that is personal, expressive and keeps pace with your life."

Nevertheless, it’s reliance on touch as a navigation method proved unpopular, with criticizers and the public challenging yield of a more traditional interface. Windows 8.1 is still a compromise between traditional mouse and keyboard input and touch, but Microsoft will want that this time they've got the balance right.

Windows 8 and 8.1 prices in world

For people using Windows 7, you'll wage the like price Microsoft was previously charging for Windows 8: $120 for the normal version, and $200 for Windows 8.1 Pro. Moreover, Microsoft willpower also is selling so-called full-version software, letting you to install the OS on a machine that isn't already running Windows.

Windows 8.1 users can promotion to Windows 8.1 Pro by selling out $99.99. Likewise, Windows Media Center can be added to Windows 8.1 Pro for $9.99.

Microsoft's final release version of Windows 8.1 reached with downloads accessible for owners of Windows 8 PCs and devices in 230 markets and 37 languages.

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