Do you need a special monitor to use the new windows 8 touch screen technology?
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no......I used the monitor I had from previous computer... HPx20LED......hope I helped
2083861
Yes, you do need a monitor that responds to the touch, there are three basic types: Resistive, Capacitive and Surface acoustic, where Resistive is the cheapest and Surface Acoustic the most expensive and as expected, Surface Acoustive is the best one. Google for "screen touch monitors" ... Good luck and let us know how it worked out for you.
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Not touch-screen. I have Windows 7, I specifically didn't want windows 8 considering my technical purpose of using laptop. Moreover, I wanted to have a light weight with good configuration. I had shortlisted Alienware from DELL which is a gaming laptop and that is too good, cos it has a good configuration as good as Sony VAIO but only difference is Alienware has dedicated graphics card which is the best thing for any laptop. the weakpoint I see "from my point of view" it weighs for 2.77 kgs which I wanted to avoid. Again, it's individual's choice. Moreover, if you are specifically looking for touchscreen there are other good options in HP. Touch screen with windows 8 is a good combination. Touchscreen with windows 7 is not at all good. So end of the day, what you are looking for as per your needs while buying a new laptop, makes more sense.
128494
No, however, the relatively large touchpad will interpret gestures with the Windows 8 Operating System.
1289190
Not sure but touchscreen usually has connectivity via USB connection between PC and monitor.
831073
This was bought for a friend that has a laptop with windows 8.1 on it. The laptop does not have a touch screen. It works fine.
72395
Nope. It it is a great machine. If I had had more experience with window 8, I would opt for touchscreen.
1104349
I don't know what you mean by "Microsoft screen", but it has a touch screen and comes with Windows 8.
352538
No, it is only a display/monitor with touch screen and pen. You will need a computer with dvi video port and USB.
2241023
Yes I have Windows 8 touch screen Asus...works like any other sdhc...I loaded it with music for my psp...
2060122
Although it comes with Windows 8, which is designed for a touchscreen, this model does not come with a touchscreen.
1072732
No, this computer does not have a touch screen. But windows 8.1 makes regular desktop use similar to windows 7 as opposed to windows 8.
406587
Yes, besides the touch screen this is just like any other regular laptop. Moreover, windows 8 enables user to use the mousepad completely if one doesnt want to use the touch screen. Hope this helps.
1830021
No, it does not. Touch Screens are more expensive , but give a better Windows 8 experience. All this said, at $449---this. Lap Top is a very good value.
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Yes, you can but DO NOT LOAD IT ! I purchased this computer in February along with an Acer touch screen monitor. All was fine until I installed Windows 8.1 , when all hell broke loose! This update made my touch screen almost unusable , changed all my settings, froze my computer. I spent 2 days trying to fix all the problems , then phoned support , who advised uninstalling and going back to Windows 8, which I did ,with no further problems. It seems Windows 8.1 does work when it has been preloaded before purchase, but there seem to be numerous glitches in the software when installed later. DO NOT DO IT! Yes, you can but DO NOT LOAD IT ! I purchased this computer in February along with an Acer touch screen monitor. All was fine until I installed Windows 8.1 , when all hell broke loose! This update made my touch screen almost unusable , changed all my settings, froze my computer. I spent 2 days trying to fix all the problems , then phoned support , who advised uninstalling and going back to Windows 8, which I did ,with no further problems. It seems Windows 8.1 does work when it has been preloaded before purchase, but there seem to be numerous glitches in the software when installed later. DO... » Read More Yes, you can but DO NOT LOAD IT ! I purchased this computer in February along with an Acer touch screen monitor. All was fine until I installed Windows 8.1 , when all hell broke loose! This update made my touch screen almost unusable , changed all my settings, froze my computer. I spent 2 days trying to fix all the problems , then phoned support , who advised uninstalling and going back to Windows 8, which I did ,with no further problems. It seems Windows 8.1 does work when it has been preloaded before purchase, but there seem to be numerous glitches in the software when installed later. DO NOT DO IT! « Show Less
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To really utilize windows 8 features (gestures, etc.) without a touch screen, we went with Logitech Rechargeable Touchpad T650 with Windows 8 Multi-Touch Navigation - Black and it works 'almost' like a touch screen, but does have a bit of a learning curve.This can easily be used alongside a mouse, but I honestly don't see how anyone could be happy with Windows 8 using only a mouse - too many of the features are gestures that would be difficult if not impossible to duplicate with a mouse. That being said, a mouse WILL lend a lot more control within programs or applications, especially games.Good luck! To really utilize windows 8 features (gestures, etc.) without a touch screen, we went with Logitech Rechargeable Touchpad T650 with Windows 8 Multi-Touch Navigation - Black and it works 'almost' like a touch screen, but does have a bit of a learning curve.This can easily be used alongside a mouse, but I honestly don't see how anyone could be happy with Windows 8 using only a mouse - too many of the features are gestures that would be difficult if not impossible to duplicate with a mouse. That being said, a mouse WILL lend... » Read More To really utilize windows 8 features (gestures, etc.) without a touch screen, we went with Logitech Rechargeable Touchpad T650 with Windows 8 Multi-Touch Navigation - Black and it works 'almost' like a touch screen, but does have a bit of a learning curve.This can easily be used alongside a mouse, but I honestly don't see how anyone could be happy with Windows 8 using only a mouse - too many of the features are gestures that would be difficult if not impossible to duplicate with a mouse. That being said, a mouse WILL lend a lot more control within programs or applications, especially games.Good luck! « Show Less
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I had the same question based on descriptions of other multitouch monitors. I am using it with windows 8.1 and it works just like a tablet. You can touch it anywhere and it registers and responds to the touch. I don't think 5 or 10 point applies to touch monitors used with Windows 8
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The description of my laptop never mentioned "touch screen" or "touch screen enabled". If there is a product description stating either of those for your laptop, then dismiss that verbage. I suppose that since this computer runs windows 8,that you could run a touch monitor off of it. But that would be stupid. If you want touch screen, then I recommend that you go buy a different computer with a touch screen.