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- The split between the touch-friendly tiles and throwback desktop mode is still awkward, and the OS is hard to use without a touch screen. While welcome, the new Start button doesn't behave like the classic version, and the Windows app store still lacks serious software, especially for gamers.
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Apr 3, 2014 · Improved Mail app. Help for getting started. Better integration of tiled Start screen and desktop. Boot to desktop by default on laptops and desktops. Cons. Dual nature may still confuse some....
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These are my views regarding Windows 8.1. Pros: most responsive Windows I've used. Performs very good on low-end CPUs. Boot very fast even on a HDD. Metro IE is fantastic. The last Windows version where casual user can fully control how Windows update. (not via Group Policy) Cons: No Aero. No Windows Media Center.
May 17, 2023 · Versus. By Barry Collins. last updated 17 May 2023. We rate Windows 10 vs Windows 8.1 in a number of key categories for professional use. Jump to: Boot times. Interface. Stability. Enterprise features. Security. Mobility features.
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Feb 28, 2014 · Windows 8.1 review. The free update to Windows 8.1 addresses many of the problems users had with Windows 8, but it still feels like an operating system at war with itself. Here's our in-depth review.
Oct 18, 2013 · Cons. Desktop & touch UIs still jar. Start button doesn't change anything. IE11 still playing catch up. Windows Store still sparse. Key Specifications. Review Price: £99.99. What is...
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Dec 6, 2013 · Cons. - Start Button not fully functional; Still no unified inbox; Upgrading from Preview can be troublesome. Microsoft's Windows 8.1 is now available to download from the Windows Store for free and addresses a number of criticisms levelled at the Windows 8 operating system.
Oct 17, 2013 · Microsoft Windows 8.1. The Good. Windows 8.1 adds many useful tweaks and fixes, including a new version of the missing Start button, better searching, the ability to boot directly to the ...