Microsoft has released the exact date of start of sales of the latest operating system Windows 8. Passed all stages of testing, it will be released on October 26 this year in all four versions – three desktop and one mobile. With Windows 8 Microsoft intends to get rid of his 11-year-old Windows XP, which does not want to leave the operating system market. This is due to release half-dead and frankly dysfunctional Vista, and even the Seven failed to remedy the situation, although the three years of its existence it has achieved great success – Microsoft sold about 630 million of the licenses.

In the case of Windows 8 software giant intends to achieve the same results in less time, and MobileDevice no doubt, the way it is. First, Microsoft released the first time, in fact, a desktop operating system for ARM-plates, where reigns the Google Android. Second, the distribution of “Eight” was originally translated into 109 languages​​, and its release will take place simultaneously in 231 countries worldwide. Moreover, Microsoft took the unprecedented step for myself – it has prepared a special campaign, according to the conditions which will be to upgrade to Windows 8 Professional version for just 40 U.S. dollars. Take advantage of this program will be the owners of licensed copies of all modifications Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7. Timing of the action – from October 26, 2012 to January 31, 2013, that is three months.

Windows 8 has many new features and changes, including an integrated interface Metro, which replaces the standard windows. In the version of the Tablet PC is not turned off. Microsoft also promises improved performance, lower system requirements, and advanced security system.