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Three years after Microsoft redeemed for the sins of Vista with the launch of Windows 7, another new Windows is upon us. Quite unlike its conservative predecessor, Windows 8 represents a huge departure from the way things used to work. A touch-based “Modern UI” interface now lies at the heart of the Windows experience, which brings a wave of tablet hardware to go along with it. Here’s everything you need to know about the tectonic shift the Windows universe is undergoing – and where it will take us.
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Finally, Windows 8.1 surpasses XP in usage
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Windows 7 use surges, while Windows 8 and 8.1 popularity falls
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Microsoft exec: Windows 9 will be free for Windows 8 users
A Microsoft exec recently stated that Windows 9 will be free for Windows 8 users. That's not all, though. Learn more here.
Reader Poll: Will you upgrade to Windows 9, or stay with Windows XP/7/8/8.1?
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Windows 8 and 8.1 both gain users, but still can’t touch Windows XP, even combined
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Windows 9 will eliminate the Windows 8 Charms menu, report says
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Chinese government officials visit Microsoft offices without warning
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