WINDOWS 10

a side-by-side comparison

WINDOWS 8

Windows 8 had the Start Screen with live tiles. Windows 10 brings back the Start Menu, with the classic options on the

left and live tiles on the right.

START MENU

ONE OPERATING SYSTEM

PhonesTabletsPCs and Laptops

Unlike the many iterations of Windows 8, Windows 10 features a single, cross-platform OS for PCs, phones and devices, focusing on a universal user experience.

METRO VS CLASSIC APPSWindows 8 apps run full screen. Windows 10 brings back

classic apps that open in windows with familiar controls for minimizing, maximizing and closing.

WINDOWS STOREThe Windows 10 Store brings together the functionality of Windows 8 and the

ease of using Windows 7.

Legacy Apps are now available in the Store giving users many more app options.

SINGLE VS MULTIPLE DESKTOPSThe organizational strategy of Windows 8 focused on single space usage. Windows 10 combines a more sophisticated approach, including Task View, snap assist, and virtual desktops for more

efficient use of your workspace.

CHARMS ARE OUTThe Charms Bar of Windows 8 is gone but all of the controls

are still available in Windows 10 in other locations, from PC Settings.

INTERNET EXPLORER VS MICROSOFT EDGE

Windows 8 has two versions of Internet Explorer.

Windows 10 features IE and the new browser Edge – ideal for annotating, reading, and saving web pages and articles.

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