Microsoft's unveiled Windows 8's three editions -- Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro, and Windows 8 RT. Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro will work on x 86 PCs and tablets (both 32 and 64 bit). In addition to core features like touch screen support, they'll include an updated Windows Explorer, Task Manager, better multi-monitor support and the ability to switch languages on the fly. Windows 8 is really for consumer use; Windows 8 Pro is more for tech enthusiasts and professionals who want things like encryption, virtualization and PC management. Windows RT will only be available pre-installed on ARM-powered PCs and tablets. It will offer touch-optimized desktop versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote, and allow for app development on the new Windows runtime. For details, see Microsoft's blog post. Microsoft Details Three Editions of Windows 8
Microsoft's unveiled Windows 8's three editions -- Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro, and Windows 8 RT. Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro will work on x 86 PCs and tablets (both 32 and 64 bit). In addition to core features like touch screen support, they'll include an updated Windows Explorer, Task Manager, better multi-monitor support and the ability to switch languages on the fly. Windows 8 is really for consumer use; Windows 8 Pro is more for tech enthusiasts and professionals who want things like encryption, virtualization and PC management. Windows RT will only be available pre-installed on ARM-powered PCs and tablets. It will offer touch-optimized desktop versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote, and allow for app development on the new Windows runtime. For details, see Microsoft's blog post. 
