Windows 7 vs Windows 8

According to Microsoft Windows 8 is the reconstruction of Windows 7. The architecture of Windows 7 has been completely reformed. On comparing Windows 7 with Windows 8 there are many differences in features and performance among both of them. There are many new features and latest improvements that will be dominating Windows 7.Windows 8 is much better than Windows 7. It is user friendly and has much better and advanced interface. It is much secured and takes less time for booting. Though Windows 7 will be giving a tight competition yet Windows 8 latest features would surely affect the overall performance of Windows 7.

Booting: The booting of the Windows 8 takes place at a very rocking speed. It takes approximately 8 seconds for booing after the machine is switched ON. Thus it is less time time consuming and is very easy to handle than Windows 7.some of comparison.

• Processor Requirement: Windows 7 needs 32-bit or 64-bit or Intel Processor. On the other hand Windows 8 requires the same and can even run on ARM-32 bit embedded microprocessor.
• Power Management: Windows 8 has the capability to start on zero power state within fraction of seconds. None other OS has this facility. Hence, a large amount of battery life and energy can be saved.
• Cloud Services: Windows 7 lacks online storage using cloud computing. On the other hand Windows 8 will be starting a new online back up service in the system data.
• Internet Explorer: Windows 8 has the latest version of internet explorer. Internet Explorer 10 is completely different from its earlier versions.
• Speed: Widows 8 is fast. Apps open quickly and browsers are more responsive than Windows 7. Comparatively Windows 8 feels like a more modern OS.
• Hibernation: Unlike Windows 7 windows 8 hibernates correctly. This is the first version of Windows to do so.
• Metro Interface:Windows 8 has a completely different interface. It is tablet oriented touch screen technology based OS. Thus, it helps in overcoming the drawbacks of Windows 7.