What is the difference between the Microsoft 7 and 8?
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I use it on my touch screen PC and really like it. So many people love to whine about how difficult it is....not really, it is just different and a person needs to learn it. There is a free 8.1 upgrade available through Microsoft to take care of some of the concerns out there. I personally have not noticed a big difference. The way you access a Start screen is a little different and the graphics page allows access to anywhere you want to go, but it is very easy to get to the desktop you are used to. I am still learning all the features.
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I do not like windows 8, Microsoft 7 is better. I still haven't found out how to move my pictures to a cd.
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There is a big difference. My recommendation is that you stop by a Best Buy or store that provides both so that you can see. However, if I were to purchase anything in 2014 it would be Windows 8.
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probably none. I would've said longer amount of time before they stop supporting win8...but microsoft now keeps coming out with new versions so often, they'll probably dump win8 soon after win7.
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I think you can still use functions and user interface of Windows 7 on a Windows 8.
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Microsoft has an "upgrade" that is free - Windows 8.1. It makes the W8 a bit more like W7, but not entirely. W8/8.1 takes some getting used to but it isn't too bad. If you get a touch screen laptop (this one is not touch screen) it might be a bit easier to get accustom to.
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You will have to buy the windows program and delete the 8 and reinstall the 7. Leave it to a computer guy to do it.
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I am not sure about windows 8 but it works great with windows 7. I see no reason why the operating system would make any difference
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I do not know that you can swap out 8 to 7, But check out the updated Windows 8.1, as it will be nearly the same as 7. I have not done this yet as I am liking the 8 version now. I do know that you will love this computer as I have had mine for many months now.
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Works great with Windows 7. Not sure about 8. Great buy. We are pleased with this purchase. No issues.
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Windows 8 is a major overhaul to the Windows setup that most people do not like. I specifically bought this computer because I did not want Windows 8. So it is probably Windows 7 because there is still some demand for it out there.
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Because amazon reused the heading form when this computer DID come with 7. Now that everything is 8 or 8.1. They had to change the tech specs.... windows 8 is an ok system. But 8.1 is more user friendly.
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Well the one I have is Windows 7 not too happy about that but I am finally getting use to it. Eventually I will probably upgrade it to 8
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I would say because right now Windows 7 is easier to use than Windows 8. If you are already using an earlier version of Windows then you will find Windows 7 similar to what you are already using. I looked at laptops in stores here before buying my new laptop on Amazon. The store salesman said he owned a one with Windows 8 and he was having issues in using it. He recommended buying Windows 7 at least for now. So the answer to your question is there is still a demand for Windows 7 as long as it is still offered. My experience it is hard to find a Windows 7 in the stores though sp Amazon is meeting a need. I would say because right now Windows 7 is easier to use than Windows 8. If you are already using an earlier version of Windows then you will find Windows 7 similar to what you are already using. I looked at laptops in stores here before buying my new laptop on Amazon. The store salesman said he owned a one with Windows 8 and he was having issues in using it. He recommended buying Windows 7 at least for now. So the answer to your question is there is still a demand for Windows 7 as long as it is still offered. My experience it is hard to find a Windows 7 in the stores though sp Amazon... » Read More I would say because right now Windows 7 is easier to use than Windows 8. If you are already using an earlier version of Windows then you will find Windows 7 similar to what you are already using. I looked at laptops in stores here before buying my new laptop on Amazon. The store salesman said he owned a one with Windows 8 and he was having issues in using it. He recommended buying Windows 7 at least for now. So the answer to your question is there is still a demand for Windows 7 as long as it is still offered. My experience it is hard to find a Windows 7 in the stores though sp Amazon is meeting a need. « Show Less
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Negative. These are 2 completely different systems. You can't upgrade from 7 to 8 for free. If it had Windows 8 installed, then you could easily upgrade to 8.1.
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If it is the same version I bought, purchased in January 2013, it did have windows 7 not 8
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Sorry I've only used it with Windows 7. I totally don't bother with the software though. It's great as a drag & drop external and I'm sure that part of it would work fine with W8.
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Oh, you silly thing. There's a reason Windows 7 is the number 1 seller. Do a little bit of research on the issues with 8.
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I installed win 7 and did not like the "feel " of it. win8 is better for this barebone