you've been waiting to get your hands on Microsoft's
new, tablet-friendly Windows 8 operating system, your wait is nearing
its end. Today at Microsoft's annual Worldwide Partner Conference, it
was confirmed that Windows 8 "will reach general availability by the end
of October."
Simply
put, the news means you'll be able to buy your upgrade or new computer
pre-loaded with Windows 8 in October. The operating system will be
released to manufacturing in August, which is when certain enterprise
business customers will be able to upgrade.
Of
course, if you're in urgent need of a new computer, there's no need to
wait for October. If you buy a Windows 7 PC now, you'll be eligible to
upgrade for $15; those who bought a PC that runs Windows 7, Vista, or XP
prior to June 2012 will be able to upgrade for $40. If you really can't
wait, the Windows 8 Release Preview is available for download right
now. Just be sure your computer ispowerful enough to run it, first.
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