The new operating system from Microsoft has a wide range of innovations. As expected, the changes in Windows 8 aren't just about the GUI. The system contains new functionality and additional modules.
Naturally, immediately after the launch of the new operating system, the user will be able to observe an interesting start window. Initially, this option was designed to work with tablet computers. The preservation of the shortcut menu for applications is due to the fact that Windows 8 is a cross-platform system. This means that the same OS version can be installed on both a stationary PC and a tablet.
In Windows 8, the Aero interface has been improved. Some standard icons not only changed their appearance, but also received additional options. Special attention was paid to power supply modes. The status bar has changed in the familiar explorer. New functions have been added to it.
In addition, there are many new modules in Windows 8.
Explorer Ribbon
This innovation is especially important when working with a tablet, because allows you to activate the Windows Explorer ribbon interface.
Aero lite
Allows you to preserve the transparency of elements by disabling third-party Aero-mode options.
Recovery applet
Provides the ability to reset and restore saved settings. An obvious plus of the system for tablet computers.
Hybrid Boot function
This technology will delight laptop and tablet users. Now you can activate hibernation mode, saving all running applications and processes.
Windows 8 also supports working with ISO images. Now there is no need to install additional applications.
Naturally, these are not all the differences between the new Windows operating system. The manufacturer claims that the Windows Defender system has been improved in this OS. In addition, the new OS requires only 300 MB of RAM to keep it running. Initially, the system contains the Internet Explorer 10 browser, which can be easily replaced by most of the available analogues.
