Win8.1 and Win10 which is easy to use Win8.1 and Win10 system comparison comparison

2015 is the Year of Windows Renaissance? The importance of Microsoft's upcoming Win10 operating system for Microsoft this year. Win10 promoted the rise of the Microsoft Empire, but it brought a dilemma for end users. For example, some users just got used to Win8.1, then do you need to upgrade to Win10? Similarly, Windows old systems, XP and Win7 users are also facing the problem of upgrading to which version? We can't help but ask: Which is better for Win8.1 and Win10? What is the difference between the two, who is the most suitable for the user?

For ordinary users, if you have not experienced the two operating systems Win8.1 and Win10, it is difficult to measure them from the appearance of the two. In order to further understand the difference between the two operating systems, the author recently experienced the two operating systems personally, this article will start from 10 points, for everyone to explain the different features of the two operating systems in detail, look forward to your choice of operating system It helps.

1. Price Comparison

For users, especially ordinary consumers, they are very sensitive to the price of the product. The pricing strategy is directly related to whether the product can be successful.

After the release of Win8.1, Microsoft's US Open Win8.1 pre-sale, Win8.1 Standard Edition $119.99, Win8.1 Professional Edition $199.99. The version and price of Win8.1 is consistent with the Win8 era. In China, the standard version is priced at 888 yuan. For ordinary Chinese consumers, it is hard to add them to the operating system at a price of 888 yuan.

The most significant change in Win10 is the marketing strategy. In the fall of this year, all Windows 7 and 8/8.1 users will receive a free upgrade time of one year, which is clearly the most attractive marketing strategy in the history of Windows products. This means that all old users of Microsoft will be able to use Win10 for free, get rid of the poor reputation of Windows 8/8.1, and get huge installed capacity in the first time, which has a positive effect on popularizing Win10 operating system.

2.Win8.1 and Win10 support device comparison

Microsoft has introduced many Windows versions, more familiar Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows 7 are PCs. Launched operating system.

With the rapid development of the mobile computing market, Microsoft realized the importance of the mobile operating system, so it launched the Windows Phone mobile operating system and the Win8.1 operating system for the PC and tablet markets. Windows Phone and Win8.1 use habits are getting closer and closer. But they are still facing different areas of the operating system, requiring independent applications and software.

The launch of Win10 breaks the previous system constraints of different platforms, not only can support traditional PCs, but also can perfectly support tablets, smart phones, Xbox, etc. can be perfectly supported.

In Windows 10, users can get more cross-platform applications, as always, contact synchronization. Now there is more cloud music, you can collect your favorite music to OneDrive. The tools used are officially provided by Microsoft and are not other tools of third parties.

3.Win8.1 and Win10 start menu comparison

<quo;Start menu" This button is a very familiar function, this function has been accompanied by the development of Windows system, but in Windows When the 8 system was released, this classic button was actually taken by Microsoft "taken", this change also made many users shouted, and Windows 8 was not recognized, largely with this. The menu & rdquo; button is taken down has a lot to do with.

In the Win8.1 operating system, Microsoft realized that "the start menu" for the majority of users valued, made a timely change, will "start menu", restore the system. In the latest Win10 technology preview, we can see the “Start Menu” on the classic Windows desktop.

Related Tutorial: Where is the Win10 Start Screen? Retrieving the Win10 start screen method

So what is the difference between the two? In fact, the difference is still quite big: in Win8.1, we clicked the switch menu, switched to the Windows start screen, although this can play the same role as the start menu, but for the users who are used to the traditional start menu mode is still very Not adapted.

The latest Windows 10 start menu has been further refined (www.jb51.net), and we see the left half of the start menu is the latest open program list and other things. The right half is very much like the start page of Windows 8/8.1. This mini version of the page is attached to the right side of the start menu. The overall design meets the usage habits of different users, greatly improving the application experience of the Windows operating system. Try searching for relevant information on your local computer and on the web.

4.Win8.1 and Win10 application window comparison

In Win8.1, the application opening in the Windows Store will occupy the entire screen, which allows the user to see only one running window. For users who are familiar with the previous operating mode, this method will undoubtedly be unsuitable, and the attractiveness of Win8.1 will be greatly reduced.
Win8.1 application window interface

In Win10, applications downloaded from the Windows Store can be run under the window, so that several programs can be displayed on the page at the same time. For the majority of users, such a The design can be said to meet the needs of users running multiple pages at the same time, greatly improving the application experience.

5.Virtual desktop function

In addition to multiple window displays, Win10 has added a task view button to the taskbar to help users display different programs. Click this button. You can quickly switch between multiple open software, applications, and files.

The middle of the screen shows the running program, and the black bar below can add a new desktop. Want to try it? If you are Win8.1, hold down the Alt+TAB key, which is almost the same.

But compared to Windows 8 and 8.1 (in fact, Win 7 also), switching through Alt+TAB is to display all the windows on the current active window, and then switch. Win10 virtual desktops undoubtedly provide a better way to display.

6.Win8.1 and Win10 software support comparison

XBOX is developed by Microsoft, Xbox has many fans around the world, and Windows is also the inevitable result. Among the many new changes in Win10, the integration of the Xbox game platform is seen as a reflection of Microsoft's increased focus on gaming. The integrated Xbox gaming platform will give Win10 gamers a more active social interaction experience.

In the software, "My Games" can display the games that users have played in all terminals. It also has content items for friends lists, messages, and activity streams. You can also chat with Xbox Live users to upload game scores and game videos. You can also comment, like, and share videos of the game.

7. Integration with Office software

Office software is a very important software in Windows system, especially for enterprise users, the use of Office has become an inevitable thing, users need Using Office software to handle various events, it can be said that users can not do without Office software.

Before Win10, although the weak has been strengthening the combination of system and office software, it has been relatively independent. In the latest, Win10Office office software is more deeply integrated with it, supporting more convenient cross-platform sharing and use, which will be a very convenient experience for users.

In order to make mobile devices more sleek, Office has greatly optimized the mobile version, and it will become possible to experience Office work on mobile phones. Through the on-site demonstration, Office is more deeply embedded in the system. Users can seamlessly connect the Office task on the PC side to the mobile terminal, and connect unfinished work between different devices in real time.

8.Win8.1 and Win10 voice support comparison

Related to Cortana, may not be familiar with everyone, but said his Chinese name "Microsoft Xiaona" believes that many people will think of This clever thing. Cortana is the world's first personal assistant to be released by Microsoft. Cortana is arguably Microsoft's attempt in the field of machine learning and artificial intelligence. It “can understand the user's preferences and habits”, “helping users to schedule, answer questions, etc.”
Win10 built-in Cortana voice assistant

The Cortana voice assistant integrated in Win10 and running on PC has a good experience through the live demonstration of the conference. It can not only find the weather, but also retrieve the user's application. And to file, send and receive emails, find content online, and learn more colloquial user expressions.

Undoubtedly, Cortana is closer to our ideal and efficient emotional assistant. Such a function undoubtedly enhances the use of Win10.

9.Win8.1 and Win10 browser comparison

IE browser is a browser that everyone is very familiar with. He is also a browser software that comes with Windows operating system, so IE Browsers have many users around the world. In the Win10 system, Microsoft has adjusted the IE browser, and now the new browser & mdash; & mdash; version code Spartan to meet with you.
Win10 built-in codename Spartan new browser

Spartan's interface is more concise overall, visual style and even a bit of Google Chrome's charm. It allows users to browse on the web page, and the screenshot function is also more convenient. At the same time, the user can also conveniently share or send the content to the desired place after the annotation.

10. Command prompt

For the user, the command prompt is no stranger, but before the release of Windows10, the command prompt function is getting smaller and smaller for ordinary users. Its cumbersome commands make it difficult for many users to enjoy using the system. The command prompt has been greatly improved in Windows 10.

In the past version of the CMD command prompt, all the shortcut keys that you often touched were not available. In the new CMD command prompt, it has been greatly improved, and the Win10 command prompt adds functions such as copying and pasting. In addition, the Win10 command prompt adds a number of new options and hotkeys to make it easier for users to execute commands and launch software.

Comparative summary:

Compared with the application of Win10 and Win8.1, we found that the difference between the two is still quite large. Compared with Win8.1, Win10 still has advantages in many aspects. It draws lessons from Win8.1 and greatly improves the application experience of Win10 operating system. At the same time, some small details changed to make Win10 a new look. More importantly, the free upgrade strategy will greatly enhance the attractiveness of Win10. I believe that after the release of Win10, there will be a large number of users who choose to upgrade to the Win10 system. Overall, More optimistic than the Win8.1, Xiaobian new Win10 system.

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