Since many users are still running Windows 7 and XP, Microsoft's latest version of Windows 10 provides the best features of Windows 8 while focusing on the classic desktop experience. It makes sense.
Although still in the early stages of development, there is clearly a clear distinction between Windows 10 and Windows 8.
“Start”Menu Regression
One of the most dissatisfied users of Windows 8 is that Microsoft gave up the classic desktop and "Start" (Start) menu. A big change in Windows 10 is the “start” menu return, Windows 10's “Start” menu is very similar to the old version of Windows, but adds support for Windows 8 tiles.
The tile is mobile and resizable, and the "Start” menu is highly customizable. The tile feature in the Windows 10 "Start" menu is similar to the tile in Windows 8. Windows 10 also retains Windows 8 Live Tiles that display personalized information. Compared to the previous version, the search bar in the “Start” menu is more powerful. When users start typing search keywords, Windows 10 will start to try to search for relevant information on the local computer and the Web.
“Classic vs. “Universal Applications
In Windows 8 and 8.1, applications in the Windows Store will fill the entire screen, increasing the difficulty of running multiple programs at the same time. Windows 8 offers two distinct experiences, but it's not attractive to its target audience.
In Windows 10, apps downloaded from the Windows Store can be run in a window. Combined with the ability to run multiple virtual desktops simultaneously, it is more convenient to run the application in the window. Apps in the Windows Store can be run in the Windows 10 Technology Preview. With the continuous development of Windows 10, new features and improvements will make it easier to run multiple software at the same time.
< Microsoft is working hard to make the Windows Store a tool that all users like, combining Windows 8 features with Windows 7 style.
Personalization
The start screen of Windows 8 allows users to easily arrange dynamic tiles, adjust the size of dynamic tiles, add features, and improve ease of use.
In Windows 10, the classic desktop and tiled user interface are no longer distinct interfaces, but both user interface elements are present and highly customizable. Dynamic tiles are integrated into the "Start" menu to display real-time information or launch programs. Apps can be locked or migrated to a menu for easy access.
One operating system for all platforms
There are too many versions of Windows —— Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows RT and Windows Phone, which makes users dazzled. Compared to previous versions, Windows 8 is closer to RT and Windows Phone, reducing the difficulty of developing cross-platform applications and using dynamic tiles. However, they are still different operating systems and require independent applications and software.
Microsoft has not developed a completely separate operating system for touch devices and traditional PCs, but instead focused on developing user experiences that are satisfying and useful to users on all platforms. Although Windows 10 performs differently on Windows Phone than on a desktop system, it will have many of the same features and shared applications. Large buttons will make Windows touch screen device users very happy. The goal of Microsoft is to make Windows 10 an operating system that adapts to any device and any environment.
Multi-Desktop
Linux and Mac OS X already support multi-desktop features, and Microsoft has so far refused to support this feature in desktop operating systems. The introduction of the start screen in Windows 8 seems to confirm that Windows will focus on better single desktop management.
In Windows 10, users can add or remove desktop environments and open software in the desktop environment. Users can easily access multiple desktop features from any screen, including the Windows Store software.
Task View
The Tasks view allows users to quickly switch between open software. In Windows 8, the full-screen Windows Store app limits the number of ways users can organize applications.
The Task View seems to combine OS X's "Expose" functionality with a more sophisticated version of the Windows-tab option. In addition to the task view, Windows 10 also has the "snap assist" function. Users can easily select the paired application to organize the workspace more easily.
Improved Command Prompt
Not all of the functional improvements in Windows 10 will benefit all users, and Microsoft is most concerned about heavy users. One tool that gets upgraded, for developers and heavy users is the command prompt. The Windows 10 command prompt adds functionality such as copying and pasting. In addition, the Windows 10 command prompt adds a number of new options and hotkeys to make it easier for users to execute commands and launch software.
Conclusion
Regardless of how readers feel about Microsoft and the Windows operating system, Microsoft apparently listened to user feedback when developing Windows 10. The classic layout, the return of the start menu, and other features provide an experience that is familiar to Windows 7 and XP users.
Windows 10 will satisfy everyone, from the most basic computer users, the most avid computer enthusiasts, and computer users in between.