This week, Microsoft has completed the announcement of the start of sales of the operating system Windows 8. Friday was the first day on which, according to the manufacturer, private consumers and businesses around the world have been able to experience all that it offers Windows 8, including a beautiful new user interface and wide range of applications.

Applications offered by the newly app store Windows Store. The result of close co-operation with partners in the production of hardware became available at the time of release of Windows 8 over 1000 certified for compatibility with the new operating system of personal computers and tablets, including the Microsoft Surface.

Windows 8 is available for download and upgrade existing PCs in more than 140 countries in 37 languages ​​and in retail stores around the world. The retail will sell two main versions – Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro, and Windows 8 Enterprise for large organizations. In Windows 8 integrated browser Internet Explorer 10. Simultaneously released a new member of the family of Windows – the operating system Windows RT, designed for tablets on the architecture of ARM. It will come pre-installed on new plates.

Until the end of January update Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 to Windows 8 Pro cost computer users with these OS in $ 40. For some PCs with Windows 7, purchased in the time period from July 2, 2012 to January 31, 2013, the update will cost $ 15 (stock Windows Upgrade Offer).