What OS is on this device? It just says Windows 8. Is it the full version that can run desktop apps?
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It is the full verison of windows but not the PRO version of windows. So, it doesn't come with the all of the networking options, such as remote desktop or windows media center.
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Yes, this tablet runs full Windows 8.1, so you can install "legacy" apps. It's only the Surface 2 and Lumia tablets that run Windows RT.
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It's windows 8. I haven't updated to 8.1 and don't plan on it. I'm running 8.1 on an Asus VivoTab and I much preferred 8.0.
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Like any Windows machine, it can run an older version of the operating system but, in my opinion, doing that would not make sense. It has a touch screen, and you should take advantage of that. Learning Windows 8 is not a big deal. It took me all of a couple of hours to get comfortable with it, and to prefer it over Windows 7. If you want to tun it like Windows 7, the "desktop mode" makes that possible. If you are absolutely dead set against changing from what you know, you can buy a new model 10.1" netbook that ASUS offers. It doesn't come with a touch screen, and comes with Wndows 7, but you would be missing out on the security improvements that are in Windows 8.
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Yes-- it is a regular computer so It supports all the windows apps. It is not like the Ipad that doesnt support those apps. It comes with Windows 8, which I dont like, but Im getting used to it.
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I would look at the site of any app you would want and check the versions of windows it supports. Spotify doesn't officially list it but a community as uploaded it to the app store. The look and feel is a bit different but still does the same things. I would advise upgrading the device when you get it before installing any apps.
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This device works well with Windows 8. I have this OS and have not had any issues.
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It works on my desktop that runs Windows 8 (but I haven't downloaded the 8.1 service pack yet)
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it's android, how exactly you want it to be compatible with windows 8.1? you wont be able to install windows on it if that's what you mean
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I installed the Developer Preview of Windows 8 (32 bit). All of the Acer drivers seem to be compatible. It took a while to download all of them from the support website and install them, but after doing so and installing the required applications, it runs really smooth and has a very "touch friendly" interface. One thing I dislike is that my folio cover prevents some of the swipe gestures necessary for Win8. I've had a couple of random shut downs and a few program crashes (i.e. Mobipocket Reader gives me some problems [also you can't easily exit full screen mode without the keyboard dock]). The onscreen keyboard is substantially better in Win8. Some of the metro apps are either buggy or just incompatible. There is a game called Labyrinth that doesn't seem to do anything at all. The "Socializer" gets stuck in Facebook login mode forever. All that said, I will be purchasing Windows 8 as soon as it comes out for my Acer W500. It is so much easier to use than Win 7 with the touch and boots in 8 - 13 seconds.
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Have you tried "classic shell" yet. Makes it operate like win 7, but faster. Also boots into desktop vs metro crap. I have not seen thAt metro screen in the 5 months i've had classic shell. But if you still need to go to win 7 you will need a key ($100) and a install disk or usb.
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Just Windows 8. Im returning mine and getting Windows 7, Windows 8 is designed more for tablets. Be careful who you buy from with this deal! My laptop was a lemon
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Dear Greg yes this is a Windows 8 operating system and it is a great little machine. The only negative is that it is NOT a touch screen but there are a ton of free apps and it works like a dream once you acclimate to windows 8. Lenovo makes a great machine and they have have a 24/7 support center that is there for you should you have any problems and they all speak English. If you want to try Windows 8 this is the way to go.. if you need a new laptop find another Lenovo on sale you can not go wrong with the brand.
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64 bit. Works well. Not sure I like Windows 8 but that's they way they all come now.
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This is the full version, and will work perfectly as a virtual machine. OEM versions do not come with tech support from Microsoft, thus the lower price. You might be interested in testing it before purchasing. You can download a ISO of a 90 day evaluation of Windows 8.1 Enterprise from Microsoft Technet Evaluation Center. http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/hh699156.aspx Also, Frys.com is selling the Win 8.1 OEM for $95 w/free shipping right now. http://www.frys.com/product/7877319?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
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Neither. It is Widows 8 Home, meaning it will run standard 32-bit applications, such as Microsoft Access, PowerPoint, and many other desktop programs.
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I'm running it on Windows 7. It was initially not supported on Windows 8, hence the reason for looking for an upgrade and discovering it was no longer supported by MS. It will definitely not work as a "Windows App".