As Windows 8 Release Date Nears

As Windows 8 Release Date Nears, Pre-orders Top Best Seller 

Windows 8 Release Date: 5 Days To Go!

As the highly anticipated Windows 8 release date of Friday, October 26th nears, existing Windows enthusiasts have the option to grab new hardware with the OS installed, or simply upgrade their existing machines with the latest out of Redmund. If you currently have a personal computer running Windows 7, Windows XP or Windows Vista then you can upgrade to Windows 8 Pro (Professional). Windows 8 introduces significant changes to the operating system's graphical user interface and platform, such as a new interface design incorporating a new design language used by other Microsoft products, a new Start screen to replace the Start menu used by previous versions of Windows, a new online store that can be used to obtain new applications, along with a new platform for apps with an emphasis on touchscreen input. Additional security features were added to the operating system, such as a built-in antivirus program and a secure boot feature on systems with UEFI firmware.

In addition several retailers are offering great pre-order deals. Currently, the best offer online is via Amazon.com. Amazon has Windows 8 Pro discounted to $69.99 (Reg. $199.99) with release day delivery. This limited offer has Windows 8 still topping the Amazon Best Sellers List. If you have already have the Windows 8 download from the beta, you can purchase the Windows 8 Pro Pack for $69.99 as well...

Check it out:

Amazon - Microsoft Windows 8 Pro

Amazon - Microsoft Windows 8 Pro Pack

About:

Windows 8 is an operating system produced by Microsoft for use on personal computers, including home and business desktops, laptops, tablets, and home theater PCs.

Development of this operating system started before the release of its predecessor in 2009. Its existence was first announced in January 2011 at Consumer Electronics Show. During its development and test phases, Microsoft released three pre-release versions: Developer Preview (September 13, 2011), Consumer Preview (February 29, 2012), and Release Preview (May 31, 2012). On August 1, 2012, Windows 8 graduated from the development stage and was released to manufacturing. Windows 8 is scheduled for general availability on October 26, 2012.

Secure boot requires the operating system to be digitally signed to protect malware from infecting the boot process. The implementation of this feature has sparked controversy among supporters of free software. Windows 8 introduces an edition of the operating system designed to run on devices that utilize the ARM architecture, known as Windows RT.