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Overview:

Windows 8 is all about you
Put what matters most right on your Start screen. Get instant access to your people, apps, and stuff, so you can spend less time searching and more time doing. Windows 8 is smooth, intuitive, and designed to let you do what you want, the way you want.

Windows 8 Pro gives you everything in Windows 8 plus enhanced features that help you easily connect to company networks, access files on the go, encrypt your data, and more.

Upgrading is easy
Windows 8 Upgrade Assistant will determine whether your PC is ready for Windows 8 and provide you with a compatibility report. If your PC is ready for Windows 8, Upgrade Assistant will walk you through the steps to purchase, download, and install

If your PC is running Windows 7, your files, apps, and settings will easily transfer to Windows 8 Pro. If your PC is running Windows XP or Windows Vista, you will need to reinstall your apps. Some features such as touch may require a new PC.

System requirements:

• 1 GHz processor or faster with support for PAE, NX, and SSE2
• 2 GB RAM / 20 GB available hard disk space
• 1366 × 768 screen resolution
• DirectX 9 graphics processor with WDDM driver
• To use touch, you need a PC that supports multitouch
• Internet access (fees may apply)
• Microsoft account required for some features
• Watching DVDs requires separate playback software
• Windows Media Center license sold separatel

Live updates at a glance
Vibrant and beautiful, the Start screen is the first thing you'll see. Each tile on the Start screen is connected to a person, app, website, playlist or whatever else is important to you. Tiles light up with the latest info, so you're instantly up to date. In one glance, you'll see that photo you were just tagged in, tomorrow’s weather and messages from your friends.

It's all yours
In Windows, even the little things are all about you. Like the screen that appears when your computer is locked–it can be any picture you choose. And you'll see quick notifications on your lock screen before you sign in to your computer or open a single app.

With picture password, you can sign in by tracing a pattern on a picture of your choice instead of typing a password. Zigzag over your dog’s face? Three taps on your child’s nose? The choice is yours.

Work and play
Use your new tablet or laptop for entertainment, work, or both. Chat with a friend while scoping out a map, or play a game while getting stuff done. Go from spreadsheet to video in one swipe, or snap them side-by-side for easy multitasking.

Apps do more
Built-in apps like People, Mail, Photos, and Messaging power you through all your essential tasks and work together for a single, streamlined experience. And there’s a world of new apps to discover in the Windows Store.