--- title: Windows 8 Reviews meta_title: 'Windows 8 Reviews 2026: Details, Pricing, & Features | G2' meta_description: Filter 580 reviews by the users' company size, role or industry to find out how Windows 8 works for a business like yours. aggregate_rating: rating_value: 3.7 review_count: 580 scale: '5' date_modified: '2026-07-12' parent_category: name: IT Infrastructure url: https://www.g2.com/categories/it-infrastructure --- # Windows 8 Reviews **Vendor:** Microsoft **Category:** [Operating Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/operating-system) **Average Rating:** 3.7/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 580 ## About Windows 8 Windows 8 is an operating system developed by Microsoft, released in October 2012, designed to provide a modern and dynamic user experience across various devices, including desktops, laptops, and tablets. It introduced a new user interface with live tiles, offering real-time updates and a more interactive experience. The system also featured the Windows Store, enabling users to download and install a wide range of applications. Key Features and Functionality: - Modern User Interface: Incorporates live tiles that display real-time information, enhancing user engagement. - Windows Store: Provides access to a vast array of applications, facilitating easy download and installation. - Enhanced Connectivity: Improved networking technologies and power management for better connectivity and device availability. - Touch and Gesture Support: Optimized for touch-enabled devices, offering a more natural and intuitive user experience. - App Packaging and Deployment: Enables developers to produce, consume, or interact with app packages, streamlining the development process. Primary Value and User Solutions: Windows 8 aimed to bridge the gap between traditional computing and the growing demand for mobile and touch-enabled devices. By introducing a unified interface and enhancing app accessibility through the Windows Store, it provided users with a versatile platform suitable for both work and entertainment. The system's focus on connectivity and power efficiency addressed the needs of modern users seeking seamless integration across multiple devices. ## Windows 8 Pros & Cons **What users like:** - Users enjoy the **speed and responsiveness** of Windows 8, noting significant performance improvements over previous versions. (18 reviews) - Users value the **ease of use** in Windows 8, enjoying its intuitive design and streamlined functionality for productivity. (13 reviews) - Users enjoy the **touch-friendly interface** of Windows 8, making it ideal for tablets and hybrid devices. (10 reviews) - Users find Windows 8 to be **very user-friendly** , appreciating its quick learning curve and straightforward design. (10 reviews) - Users enjoy the **innovative tile-based Start Screen** of Windows 8, enhancing the user experience with real-time updates. (9 reviews) - New Features (6 reviews) - Reliability (6 reviews) - App Ecosystem (5 reviews) - Easy Navigation (5 reviews) - Easy Setup (5 reviews) **What users dislike:** - Users find the **unfriendly interface** of Windows 8 frustrating due to its touch-centric design and clunky transitions. (14 reviews) - Users find Windows 8 to have **usage difficulty** , citing confusing navigation and hidden buttons that complicate tasks. (11 reviews) - Users are frustrated by the **removal of the traditional Start menu** , finding Windows 8 unintuitive and confusing for casual users. (10 reviews) - Users experience **compatibility issues** with Windows 8, particularly with iPhones and other Microsoft document versions. (6 reviews) - Users find the **poor UI/UX** of Windows 8 to be confusing and unintuitive, complicating basic tasks and navigation. (6 reviews) - Users frequently find the **interface confusing** , especially due to the removal of the traditional Start menu and the tablet-style design. (5 reviews) - Limited Apps/Store (4 reviews) - Users frequently experience **performance issues** with Windows 8, noting slow speeds and frequent bugs affecting usability. (4 reviews) - Outdated Technology (3 reviews) - System Crashes (3 reviews) ## Windows 8 Reviews ### 1. Windows 8 simplicity and effectiveness **Rating:** 4.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Alberto G. | Business Intelligence System Manager and Business Analyst, Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** December 16, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** What I like the most about windows is its simplicity when doing things either in Linux or in old windows. Many of the processes are already much simpler such as drivers, installing or uninstalling programs. The memory and process management is much more efficient in my opinion than Linux especially after forcing a process to close. Only one way to do something but that way works. It can be more or less efficient but the important thing is that it works and does what you expect it to do. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Disk management is slower and more cumbersome and generates a lot of unnecessary data, in my opinion. The own windows processes have to occupy a lot of space, and you cannot remove or disable them. The virus "checker" can consume many resources without giving a valid reason to run. If you want to use it as a server, it does not work very well because it has many background processes spending resources that do not serve you, or I do not consider it valid. It tends to be attacked because it is more used, which can be a problem if you store sensitive data. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** My operating system is for personal and daily use; it is comfortable, simple, and easy to use. I can play games, watch television, install programs, and print devices without being too complicated. I like to play games, and with a couple of clicks, I can be playing without too much trouble. ### 2. smart and easy access software to get more information **Rating:** 5.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** ranganathan s. | customer care exxecutive, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** December 11, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** This probably won't be the flashiest element, however it's one of my top picks. Also one of the many little subtleties that causes Windows 8.1 to feel so strong and responsive. At the point when you type on the touchscreen console, it learns as you type, making ideas dependent on what you've composed previously. Assuming you utilize more than one language, you'll see that you can enter text all the more effectively with the new console designs. What's more those Emoji that everybody cherishes to such an extent? They're presently in shading **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Windows 8 highlighted another UI enhanced for multitouch tablets, which Microsoft slapped on top of an injured Windows work area sans the Start button/menu. This one-UI-fits-all-gadgets approach misfired, bringing about confounded end clients, just as attentive undertaking utilizes reluctant to redesign from prior forms **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Presumably, Windows 8 is a special delivery in the windows series because of the component it gives. They give me the new windows start menu button, which offers a broad scope of applications. Windows 8 has the latest windows store to download games and applications. Speed and execution have expanded, which is generally significant in the ongoing time. AS GUI is simpler to associate it likewise turns out to be not challenging to utilize It, All applications are effectively accessible with the pursuit choice bar or snap start, and every one of the applications is accessible as per their inclinations or utilization of by Ascending or Descending request. ### 3. Easy of using windows 8 with home page **Rating:** 3.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Jagan B. | Director, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** January 04, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** I prefer the home page with the customizable titles and apps like Netflix that can be installed in windows store. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** There is sometimes abit of lag between transitions and more app are needed in window store. Less usage of ram while running background apps would help with the speed. **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** Windows 8 is better for office use with all the Microsoft office intergration and cloud drive services. Windows also is better for gaming perpose **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Windows 8 quick sidebars are best when using with touch screen and using touch with windows is faster and productive while working with photos and creative files. ### 4. Good for Google Business users **Rating:** 3.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Jasmine M. | HR Director, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** May 04, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** The product is easy to use, with few mishaps **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Required updates and random security pop-up alerts. **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** Keep your computer updated and always remember to ensure you set your default browser correctly. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Integrated use and access to files within the company ### 5. Not too good **Rating:** 4.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Marcelo G. | CEO, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** March 06, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** The most important change on the platform is the capability to use in mobile phones, the partnership with Nokia impruve features that make easy its use. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** When you need to start the system, overcrowd the screen with information, and it is a little complicated. **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** It is so good for integration between phone and pc. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** It realized a better integration between my phone and my pc, which is very important. ### 6. Best in Class **Rating:** 4.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Javed K. | Search Engine Optimization Specialist, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** December 03, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Windows 8 is the major release of the Windows operating system. It was released in 2012 but I bought my laptop in 2014 and using it since then. Windows 8 is very much advance than windows 7 and XP also it provides a lot of new features. Windows 8 has a more improved search bar than the last releases. Windows 8 gives me Built-in synchronization and cloud storage which help me store more **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** As I'm using it since 2014 and have very much experience with windows 8 I didn't get any issues. For me in starting it was a little bit difficult to use windows 8 due to coming from windows 7 and XP. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** No doubt Windows 8 is a great release in the windows series due to the feature it provides. they give me the new windows start menu button which offers me a wide range of apps and more. Windows 8 has the new windows store where you can download games and apps. Speed and performance have been increased which is most important in recent time. ### 7. One of the best Operating Systems I have ever used **Rating:** 4.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Arpit J. | Staff Software Developer (UI-Hub, Team Lead, Sustainability Software), Computer Software, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** February 27, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** The brand new, fresh, and colorful UI. Everything is super intuitive, easy to find, and simple. The new modern apps work like magic and provide so many wonderful accessibility features along with them. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** The drastic change from Windows 7 and older Windows operating systems. I was sad to see the conventional start menu go away. Even though the new start menu looks super fun, but still the old one was a trademark feature of Windows. I miss that. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** - Easy to use modern apps. - Cleaner and colorful UI. - Faster experience. - Better touch support. - Increased productivity. - Better social connectivity and also mobile support. ### 8. Windows 8 **Rating:** 4.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Verified User in Computer Software | Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** May 23, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** It's far easier to use than a Mac and works the best with all the Office software **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Sometimes can get buggy and it's unclear how to fix it; have to consult IT because the repair process isn't intuitive **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** It works best if you're a frequent user of Microsoft Office suite products **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** I use it everyday for work and can easily create PPT and Excel documents ### 9. Not recommended for new users **Rating:** 2.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Verified User in Computer & Network Security | Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** August 15, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** It's UI is good and can run on low specs. It really can run on low end devices like 4gb ram , old intel 32bit processor.. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** It's really hard to navigate . Although it's good for touch screen devices. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** It's windows defender is a great antivirus tool and it doesn't consume more of my system memory like other antivirus softwares. ### 10. In general good system, it is not too much compliacated, not too much professional **Rating:** 3.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** GHALEB A. | Logistic and Procurement Officer , Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** March 23, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Light for the computers has many extensions, easily functioned with office programs like excel, word. in general has good security and safety proceudres, very helpful shortcuts **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Not open-source, there are many functions in the system you can not modify, edit, personalize. thems is not that much nice. consume energy. sometimes it got complicated with editions of the system like 32 or 64. **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** nop **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Can works well for the mini cooperation. It was a good improvement from windows 7 to this edition. Has the app store which as idea is cool but need more improvments ### 11. Windows 8 was not such a good operating system to use. **Rating:** 3.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Kelvin S. | Support Team Leader, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** May 03, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** The interface (which was later used largely in Windows 10) **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Operating system performance was not so good. Didn't deliver what was promised. In addition to not having the start button. **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** It's not the best OS ever made. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** I used Windows 8 with the idea of ​​being an improvement over previous OSs (specifically 7). The use of Windows in Brazil is extremely common (the vast majority of PCs use this OS). ### 12. worst windows ever **Rating:** 0.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Verified User in Computer & Network Security | Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** September 15, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** nothing windows 8 was really disappointment for me **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** everything the graphics the tabs that pop-ups on the full screen just everything **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** he was supposed to solve my problems but he made it worst so thanks God for windows 10 ### 13. Nice widgets but slow network speed **Rating:** 3.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Hardeep K. | Web Developer, wordpress, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** July 27, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Widgets and tiles are very beautiful ans **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Beautiful widgets and tiles and colorful design. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Easy to access files and recent feature in file manager ### 14. User friendly OS **Rating:** 4.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Saransh S. | QA Analyst, Computer Software, Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** July 02, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Easy to access and some better new features **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Things to navigate are not properly available. **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** Use it. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Whole company uses it and having same os helps in discussion of problems and troubleshooting. ### 15. The OS **Rating:** 5.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Verified User in Computer & Network Security | Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** July 27, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** It runs very smoothly. Very great OS for systems with less RAM , Lower generations processor. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** No updates are now provided by Microsoft. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** I was using Windows 10 , but my laptop used to hang a lot . After which I installed Windows 8 and now it running absolutely fast despite having lower CPU power and RAM. ### 16. Seamless **Rating:** 5.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Ely H. | Administrator, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** December 01, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** The file system has been improved; you have an easier time with recovering files and anything else you might have misplaced, deleted or lost. It also has better integration to the cloud. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** The Start menu is missing. Its also always trying to sell you something like apps or any other content and the OS is very confusing and many things withing OS are unnecesary. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** I enjoy utiliing this system more than others since its not only quick, easy to use but it has a very pleasant and aesthetic look that I enjoy working with. I ### 17. Windows 8 - it's like Windows ME came back as Microsoft tried to have a tablet/desktop OS in one **Rating:** 3.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** David W. | Head of Engineering - Data and Business Intelligence, Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** December 07, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Windows 8.1 was stable and solid, but Windows 8 itself - the product at launch less so. If we speak about Windows 8.1 it worked on a rich range of devices, had an unobtrusive Start menu, and had solid touch capability. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Windows 8 came with a full-screen Start menu and all sorts of hidden swipe-able options. This was Microsoft's vision for a tablet/desktop OS all-in-one but it was a terrible experience on desktops and worse, Microsoft followed suite with its Windows Server version of the same year - creating havoc for RDP-d servers worldwide. **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** If you need Windows 8, make sure you go with Windows 8.1 and the latest service packs. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Windows 8 offered greater compatibility with devices than previous versions of Windows, as well as increased virtualization support. ### 18. Pros and cons of Windows 8 **Rating:** 3.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Verified User in Primary/Secondary Education | Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** November 29, 2019 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** The GUI given was totally new for all the user and also there were manny possibilities open when windows 8 launched in market Manny Basic software required is pre-installed and can be availed to use easily just a click away other software can also be installed from Microsoft app store ,securities provided are way to good as you can directly use windows defender to protect your PC From Viruses it also shows you all potential software or files in the pc and that makes up a strong Firewall. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Nothing as such just a part wherein any new user cannot get the features easily as everything from control panel is moved to settings,Requires a small amount of graphics so as to work smoothly as it contains many new Animations and optional themes which if used can enhance the look of the PC.Start menu needs good graphics as it may take time to load in low configuration computers . **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** If you are having a basic configuration PC you can make use of windows 8 which can make your work easy. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** AS GUI is easier to interact it also becomes easy to use it ,All apps are easily available with the search option bar or just click start and all the applications are available according to their preferences or usage of by Ascending or Descending order . ### 19. One of the worst OS from Microsoft **Rating:** 2.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Verified User in Computer Software | Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** August 07, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Nothing as such. I suggest you to use Windows 10 or 11 instead. However it is somewhat light as compared. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Compatibility issues and it's tile like interface. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** With the windows 11 and 10 already landed there's no specific thing that windows 8 is solving or benefitting. ### 20. Better than windows 7 not 10 **Rating:** 4.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Gaurav L. | Software Engineering - Member Of Technical Staff, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** October 21, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** 1. First operating system to introduce tile-based UI. 2 . Completely modernized the OS Frontend by using millions of colors on the screen. 3. Support for HD content with higher resolution 4. Introduced new Microsoft Office suits to match with the new UI. 5. Boot time was very fast compared to Windows XP and 7 . 6. For the first time windows introduced live sync of data to their cloud applications . 7. Windows made the Office Suite as a SAAS. 8. Introduction of Windows Store. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** 1. It was very hard to get used to the new UI coming from the likes of Mac and Windows 7 2. They had a lot of paid apps that the users were not ready to pay for at that time. 3. There were multiple modes on this OS 4. I did not like the color of the themes used in the OS 5. Internet explorer was not even compared to google chrome . 6. The device manager functions were too complicated **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** I would suggest to switch to windows 10 if not 11 which will be coming out this year . Windows 8 is outdated and not that successful. But at that time it was the apple of the eye . If your system is supporting legacy software then use it for its servers **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** I have moved from Windows 7 to Windows 8 just because I am a fan of new technology . And I found it great , the thing I loved most about the software is the tiles system .Every app became a tile.I have moved my windows server to Windows 8 server for deploying my apps. ### 21. Fast Windows OS - Windows 8 **Rating:** 5.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Aman G. | Business Development Executive, Information Technology and Services, Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** June 29, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Windows 8 helped me with the following things: 1) Multi-Window Operation for work is also a good feature that has been made available for multi-tasking with a split-screen. I can operate two screens clearly from the main screen with ease and can also show the same to clients if required. 2) Microsoft Store helps to download apps from the store directly into the system like smartphones and this is one such major change. I could now download Skype, WhatsApp, Outlook, News, etc. from the store directly without searching for the EXE files for installation. 3) Notifications: Since the store is made available, it gives prompt notifications for the apps installed to stay updated with all of the information like it is received on smartphones. It helped to receive information on the system and reply accordingly without having the need to open a smartphone and do that. 4) Charms Bar gives quick action buttons to Search, Home, Devices, Settings, Share, etc., and takes to the relevant option. don't have to search for these buttons, they all available in the left corners (top and bottom). 5) Sync options allow to sync all of the system information and keep them secured like it is done through Android OS by Google. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Not many things I dislike about Windows 8 and here are they: 1) Windows Home Button to display all apps on the main screen I do not like much because whenever I click home, it opens a wide tray of apps on the main screen and my desktop gets lost in between. I then have to search for the desktop to return or press home again to return. It would be good if it could open a list on the main screen like it was there in Windows 7. 2) Windows 8 Minimum requirements state it works well on 2GB RAM, 2 GB of storage for installation, 1.10 GHz or above processor, etc. but it is certainly not the case. It does not work well at all with these requirements, at least not with me. I had 2GB RAM, 500GB Storage, 2.20 GHz Processor but still, it lagged a lot and when the internet gets connected, it almost freezes. I have to upgrade my system requirements to 6GB RAM keeping others constant to work but still sometimes it heats up with minimum tasks going. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Some of my problems with earlier OS was solved by Windows 8 and here are they: 1) Quick Boot to Windows is one such issue solved by Windows 8. Earlier OS takes around 25-30 seconds to open up while Windows 8 only takes around 15-20 seconds maximum and in some cases, it opens in 14 seconds. 2) Earlier when I transfer files, Windows 7 does not have the option to pause the transfer. I can also cancel or let it go. While with Windows 8, I can actually pause the transfer and resume it accordingly as per my preference with no issues with the document whatsoever. 3) I seriously did not like the interface of Windows 7 at all as it was slow and does not look tempting to use. Windows 8 has such an elegant interface that I love using the device with this OS. 4) Seamless syncing of Microsoft drive with Windows 8 for files stored which is not the case with earlier OS of windows. ### 22. its good frindly to use but some apps are not suported **Rating:** 3.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Mohannad A. | Mechanical Engineer, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** June 14, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** its easy to use and jump from window to another and the start menu was user frindly. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** many apps and devices ,games are not supported **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** using with touch screen was easier ### 23. Windows 8 was not receieved well with people but cant recommend it. **Rating:** 3.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Visualbree c. | IT Specialist, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** January 15, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** The most helpful feature of Windows 8 Is the Tiles. they are super handy in tablet mode. and the User Interface was great **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** the changes to the look and feel of the OS they removed some buttons. and the tiles didn't satisfy a lot of people. **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** For those of you who want to use Windows 8, I can say you should consider using it on a tablet because the user interface was designed for tablets **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** It is faster than Windows 8 so editing videos is smooth. and the internet is very faster on Windows 8 that video calls were smooth too ### 24. Touch n type windows 8 **Rating:** 4.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Asim A. | Admin Support, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** February 17, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Designed for the touchscreen, user-friendly interface. Large icons well located to the accessible menus, adopted to suite the touchscreen display and usage for users. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Some features are way deep inside and felt hard to find and must be searchable within the scope of hierarchy so users can locate the application more feasibly and comfortably. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Installation on a tablet and notebook whether touch n type or only type with good graphics and advanced features and applications that a user may need to fulfill their needs. ### 25. Microsoft Windows 8 the best & bad Review **Rating:** 4.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Asmat U. | Director ERP Marketing & Sales, Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** January 18, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** windows 8 was a fancy update to most powerful and stable windows 7 but its bugs are itching and never ending. However, it has some good upgrades and i have used it for 5 years before migrating to windows 10. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Bugs, Files and software crash and very few optimizations which were horrible and made the work stopped sometimes. however, windows 8.1 is a good update and highly recommened. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** My Day to day routine work as all windows 8 users are doing including presentations work, File working, digital content and software utilities, emailing, online meetings and web sharings. ### 26. Out dated **Rating:** 2.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** RAYEES R. | Office Manager, Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** May 16, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** A good OS to start with new faetures were introduced **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** They tried to include interface for surface, but it doesnt fit well **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Were using for daily office activities and all microsoft office suite was very useful for the purpose ### 27. Not the best Windows OS but not bad overall **Rating:** 3.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Tessa J. | Associate Quality Assurance Analyst, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** December 20, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Windows 8 gave a very tablet-like feel to your laptop. I believe it made tablets famous when mobile windows OS was a thing. It was different and just was an era when Microsoft was trying to be different. I liked the innovation. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Because it gave a very tablet-like feel, it was a bit cumbersome on a laptop. The UI became cluttered very quickly with the more stuff you added to the start menu, so it was not very user-friendly. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Windows 8, I believe, is suitable for younger age groups. It is more interactive than most other OS and is best to use on touchscreen devices. It also boots pretty quickly. ### 28. Windows 8 was a tablet OS forced on to desktop users **Rating:** 2.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Verified User in Computer & Network Security | Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** June 22, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Hated it. Initially was really excited about it but later regretted upgrading to it from Windows 7. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Everything, the bad Ui (for Desktop users), bad driver support. Bad support and Documentation. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** It definitely had a lot of under the hood changes that made the OS better but it was a bad and unfinished release. ### 29. What i most love about windows8? **Rating:** 4.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Suraj B. | Engineer, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** January 07, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Bing Smart Search More multi-tasking A better app store More choices Better touchscreen typing Automated online storage Browsing by touch A lock screen you’ll love The return of a black start button **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Loss of Control Excess Uncertainty Everything seems different An ugly, useless interface Windows 8 brought nothing innovative to the desktop. Legacy Windows 7 users aren't moving. Tablet smartphone, and desktop competition. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** It gives more data security and encryption method to the user. It's cheaper than the previous windows version. Quicker the boot uptime. It brings better battery life for the pc. Those touch-enabled Modern UI apps ### 30. Worst OS ever but was a good base for Win 10 **Rating:** 3.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Rahul U. | Technical Support Engineer, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** January 06, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** There was nothing really good about the Win 8 OS itself but it made a good baseline for next OS, WIn 10 which is not a great success. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** It was a heavy OS with very high resource consumption and many bugs in UI and UX. **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** I recommend Win 8 to communities out there to only use when you don't have any other OS available. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** My customers needed a new OS when Win 8 was out in the market, and it was the only choice in the name of new, so I got it installed for new security patches. ### 31. Personal Experience ( Used Windows 8 for personal and official work ) **Rating:** 4.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Ankit J. | Operations Lead, Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** July 08, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** The boot process is surprisingly fast for Windows. It was pre-installed on new machines if someone is purchasing; however, the older users of windows seven or XP could also upgrade . It used fewer resources from the machine Good browser. The Explorer 10 was noteworthy. Although there’s was no bookmark toolbar, Still it did its job. Currently windows 8 is still support and will be support til 2023 with regular updates . **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** there was quite a few like lack of standard folders, you could not scroll up-down it was side to side, there was no start button it was like you need to bring your cursor to the the the the left corner and click once to get the menu,, and if you hover it slightly the start screen will disappear user with laptops had difficulty using it with comfort as it mostly needed a a mouse to be accurate **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** The recommendation is based on usage; you can use it daily it's learn and adapt. Not recommended for development tools as certain tools won't give an adequate performance or even crash. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** personally i haven;t solved any specific problem with windows 8 it is developed and already being used however best part about windows 8 is you get to explore the variety of optins , shorcuts to finish up your task . Its like you perform action , learn and adapt . There are few systems at work which still use windows 8 and they are at verge of upgrading to windows 10 or 11 soon. However these systems are used by admin team to perform smal task on company server and yes there is no complaints till date ### 32. Windows 8 **Rating:** 3.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Konstantin F. | EPIC Application Analyst III, Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** December 14, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** The time I used it, it was great and with many useful features and security was good. Operating system worked well it was easy to use by anyone even my wife who is not a technical person at all. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** I would say updates came a bit slower to my liking and they took a very long time to install in my opinion that is. I also was not to crazy about how system information was presented. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Not a particular problem per say, it was the operating system of choice and the latest available at the time, and we used it on all of our servers, computers, and laptops ### 33. Very user friendly and useful **Rating:** 4.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Naqvi M. | Assistant Manager, Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** April 20, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** The user interface and ease of usage of the operating system. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** At times it gets difficult to find certain settings on the system. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** I used windows 8 for my work. My emails, work tools, applications, MS office, everything I used for work was on it. ### 34. A Look At The Set Up and Structure Of Windows **Rating:** 2.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Verified User in Writing and Editing | Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** April 04, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** I do like how the software has an organizing and design component; providing upgraded templates for the office space. However, it can be somewhat of a challenge when it comes to other technical issues. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Sometimes, the set-up is not user friendly for those, who are not as technologically savvy. There could be improvement for the set-up and design to be more user friendly. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** The problems I'm trying to solve are making its structure suitable for my writing style and design. This pertains to acquiring images, obtaining graphs, and so forth. ### 35. Enterprise Review **Rating:** 4.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Daniyal r. | Information Technology Operations Specialist, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** February 15, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** - enhanced security features - new look to windows - built-in antivirus platform to protect windows - different mode to use windows like tablet mode - search is excellent **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** - windows latest updates are not very up to date - project or second screen options was not working good - reboot time is more significant than windows 7 or windows 10 **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** general-purpose used as a user Microsoft gaming features used ### 36. Windows Review **Rating:** 4.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Verified User in Computer Software | Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** December 23, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** User friendly, easy to use, very Secure, user experience is excellent, pre-installed apps, window processing is fast, work smoothly with multiple applications. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** No start button. With no start button, Windows 8 got a lot of hate. But what is so bad?? Click at the corner, and you are at the start. Metro start menu, which is in fullscreen. Why I like Windows 8 is just why they hate Windows 8. If you are having so many problems, just use the classic shell. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Faster startup. On my tests comparing Windows 8 performance with that of Windows 7 on the same computer, Windows 8 started up more than twice as fast as Windows 7. The Whole new world of apps. Windows 8 gives PC users a whole new world of full-screen, touch-friendly, Web-connected apps to explore. ### 37. Some improvements, but some issues **Rating:** 3.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Yukti A. | Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** September 02, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Windows eight is an operating system that is available for laptops and computers. It is primarily for personal computers, and various editions include home, student, and business. Windows eight is when there first became decent support for touchscreen. It also started to bridge the idea of the computer just being a larger screen than your phone. It also was when we really saw a lot of applications downloadable directly from the Microsoft store. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Some of the most significant issues with windows eight really come from the different use cases. I spend a substantial amount of time writing and working with software, and it becomes excruciating to deal with both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of various installed software. There hasn't been a good native terminal or an excellent native version manager to install multiple versions of software or installing software directly. There are often compatibility issues where some software needs one version, and others require a different version. This is compounded when there's the same version for 32-bit and 64-bit. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Windows eight is one of the dominant and default options when buying a personal computer. This primarily gives users an operating system, which allows people to interact with various applications on their devices easily. Since it is one of the default options, there is a lot of support available and lots of messaging threads to help you debug many problems. ### 38. Windows 8 shouldn't be used anymore you should be using Windows 10 **Rating:** 0.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Verified User in Higher Education | Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** November 17, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Windows 8 was a good idea and a good upgrade from Windows 7. The issue was it was so short-lived and Windows 10 is just a better version of the Windows 8 OS. I Would recommend you upgrade ASAP. It does have a nice clean layout and a nice looking upgrade over 7. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** This OS was one of the short-lived OS from MS; they quickly upgraded to Windows 10 and found a better way to push updates and keep the OS secure over Windows 8. It was just a GUI update and didn't perform as well as 10 even early on when Windows 7 and 8 came out 7 would get better benchmarks and 10 was created to be better. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** It was just a simple GUI update over Windows 7 and 7 was more stable with software over Windows 8. Most people thought of 8 as the SKIP over OS so there was not much benefits over the older more stable OS ### 39. A leap in Innovation **Rating:** 4.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Scott S. | Systems Analyst, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** September 01, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Windows 8 is a very stable operating system with which I am very acquainted and has proven to be the best in speed, memory (ram), and compatibility with the hardware of most computer vendors in the world. I particularly like the operating system because it has its unique styles and features, which are entirely different from the norm. The start menu and the user interface are completely separate from the traditional theme and design of windows seven and its predecessors. Windows 8 is especially good with its lightweight design and its ability to run just about any program on its platform. I enjoy the way most third-party software can efficiently run on its platform and how you can tell very little difference with the given properties embedded in it. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** The Operating system is a sound operating system but is lacking in the innovation and progression of the IT world. The operating system integrates some programs on its platform but not all making it not an ideal operating system to use in development. The operating system lacks enhanced features that can help quickly decode some HTTP files online as well as some high end user expressions that are much needed when browsing the internet. Expression is another failure with windows 8. Some of the apps/icons used in developing the system do not meet up with third party software used these days. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** I have used windows 8 to administer emplyees in my department with ease and accuracy effectively. The infrastructure of windows 8 makes it perfectly unique in handling systems administrative permissions and various tasks. Windows 8 has been an excellent operating system for me in deployment assignments and monitor the progress of different employees at the same time. Windows 8 has the multi-task option, which I have been exploiting to the fullest to accomplish a great deal both in the company and the business clients. ### 40. Window 8 is more user friendly than window 7 **Rating:** 5.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Sakiru A. | Manager, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** November 27, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** The Introduction o of the Microsoft Office Tool The Boot time is quite very fast compared to window 7 Availability of window store and LAstly the Sync is a good idea **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** The theme is not that friendly. Since window 8 is different from window 7, At first I found it difficult to use it. The widescreen that appears when you click on the window home button is frustrating **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** The fact that window 8 is quick in booting, has solved so many problems for me. And again for me to be able to pause and play when I transfer a file is actually a problem solver ### 41. Re-imaginig of windows **Rating:** 4.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** YOGENDRA G. | Assistant Manager, Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** March 06, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Interactive start screen with colourful tiles , better searching , improved app store **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** I did not like the new start button , Prior start button was nice. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** I used some application from market place , that feature i really liked. You can start typing appliication name on home screen and launch that very fast. ### 42. My experience with Windows 8 **Rating:** 5.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Sai Aishwarya B. | Student, Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** January 06, 2022 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Windows 8 has a straightforward accessible user interface. Compared to the older versions it is sophisticated and has more in built features which allows us to see all the apps in one screen. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Windows 8 has more bugs compared to older versions. The system gets stuck more often. A lot of main screens make it a little confusing sometimes. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** I was playing games, writing documents, creating excel sheets for work. Powerpoint presentations and Notes were also beneficial while l was a college student ### 43. Windows 8 - A balanced OS - And a bridge to the future **Rating:** 3.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Vishal J. | Software Project Manager, Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** June 03, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** Windows 8 proved to be one of the most secure versions of Windows yet. Windows Defender, the anti-malware software, is integrated with the OS, which makes Windows 8 entirely secure. The addition of ELAM (Early Launch Anti-Malware) in Windows 8 ensured that the system is protected right from the moment it boots. Windows Defender effectively provides protection against most kinds of malware like viruses, worms, trojans, spyware, rootkits, and other malicious scripts. Moreover, with the Windows Update feature, users can be assured of protection against evolving malware. Another aspect where Windows 8 improved over previous versions is the time taken to boot. The boot process is quick in Windows 8 when compared to Windows 7. Lastly, the addition of the Windows App Store enables users to download a ton of useful software applications, thus improving usability. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Migration from Windows 7 to Windows 8 did create a few dislikes, especially the way the Start button was redesigned. It took me some time to get used to the newly designed Start button, especially because of the number of years spent in using the Start buttons in previous versions (Windows 7, Windows XP and Windows 98). **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** 2021 belongs to Windows 10, and if you are still using Windows 8/ 8.1, its high time you migrate to Windows 10. If you are considering Windows 8 as a new user, then better to go with Windows 10. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** We used Windows 8 on a development PC where other Microsoft products such as Visual Studio .NET were installed for the development of Windows Desktop Applications. ### 44. Microsoft could have done it better **Rating:** 3.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Jemec L. | Technical team leader, Enterprise (> 1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** August 17, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** It is very versatile; I really love the fact that you can use the OS on different hardware devices, such as tablets and PCs as well. Besides running the regular programs, you as well have the ability to run applications that are embedded into the operating system, which makes it easy to run and have it on different devices. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** The user interface is not as good as you could think of. Not very intuitive. Microsoft has not done well with the change from the start menu to the metro UI. They needed to redesign that, and they did with newer windows versions, but for this one it was pretty awfull. We needed to look to other solutions to solve that situation. **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** It is good, but if you can go for a newer windows version that has all the things that are more user friendly, such as windows 10, go for it. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** An operating system that regulates and is compatible with most of the PCs and tablets at the office. ### 45. Win 8 is a very good operating system for those who want speed. **Rating:** 5.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Verified User in Food & Beverages | Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** December 27, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** There are many innovations and changes. There are some very nice free softwares available for download from the store. The system boots quickly. I am currently using windows 8, other mobile operating systems and windows the best operating system ever. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** Some hardware drivers do not match. On some brand computers, the installation cannot be completed without updating the motherboard Bios. Its complexity can be removed. **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** Win 8 is a perfect operating system for those who want speed. Very good in ease of use. A troublesome operating system for professional users. The only plus for experienced users is its speed. With SSD HDD and core i3 processor, your computer is ready 2 seconds after pressing the button. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Being fast solves all the problems. ### 46. WIndows 8 a trailer to future **Rating:** 3.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Roshak B. | Customer Service Coordinator, Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** May 20, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** What I like about Windows 8: their new user interface, the inbuilt marketplace for apps, the start menu, clean desktop, the icons design, and a glimpse into the future of windows. The processing speed of apps was significantly higher than in previous windows. The variety of apps built for windows were pretty amazing as no third-party apps were needed. The concept of the touch screen was the main focus of Windows 8, it adhered to all qualities suitable to be a tablet OS. the operations and design were perfect for touch and the time of response was quicker than any other tablet os at that time. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** The significant jump from Vista to 8 was a bold step. The overall design and operations were changed and it did take some time to get used to the new OS. The bulky icons are made specifically for touch screens. The problem with app resolutions was one of the issues with windows 8. The transition between a non-touch OS to a touch screen OS was very hard and can be seen on this OS. The user interface was not so user-friendly. I have seen people struggling to close their laptop on win 8. The features are remarkable but are much more improved on Win 10. **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** If you are using old devices to run a new OS then I can recommend using windows 8 for your day-to-day use. But if you have new hardware then consider win 10 as it compensates all the losses in win 8 and provides you with much more features. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** Windows 8 solved a big problem of using an OS on tablet and touch screen laptops. The support for new technology is highly appreciated. The light versions of apps on the app store helped run OS smoothly and faster than ever before. Problem-solving or executing a task was faster in win 8 than in previous models. Windows 8 prominently helped in the transition from a bulky desktop setup to a portable and lightweight tablet setup. It helped with operations and staff engagement because of its new interactive OS. ### 47. Best security, but cumbersome **Rating:** 2.5/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Jeremy N. | IT Support Engineer, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** August 17, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** I liked that it was very an attempt at something innovative. I like the tiles and the ideas of a more mobile version of Windows. It had great potential with some add-ons to make the use more friendly and smooth. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** I was not too fond of the tiles or having to go to additional screens to find things. It was sometimes difficult to use without the start menu and having everything a little more user-friendly. **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** My only advice would be to get Windows 10 instead. It has a longer life, and it is more like Windows 7 with touches of WIndows 8. At this point, there is no real reason to use this OS. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** I am not currently using Windows 8 to solve any problems. I have upgraded every system to Windows 10. There are no real benefits other than security and operating system updates. ### 48. Review on Windows 8 New beginning to Windows era **Rating:** 5.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Raghava I. | Healthcare Recruiter, Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** August 06, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** It was the time when a new era in windows started. Everything is a recent change. many games came in windows which are fascinating and even there are many features which are added to it in a way that our job or work will be done so simple. It was worth noting Explorer 10. Even if there was no toolbar bookmark, she still did her job. Windows 8 is currently supported and gets updated regularly until 2023. ELAM (Early Launch Anti-Malware) included to Windows 8 guaranteed the system to be safeguarded straight away as it boots. Windows Defender efficiently protects from most malware types such as viruses, worms, trojans, spyware, rootkits and other malicious scripts.Windows-built apps were wonderful since there were no third-party programmes. Windows 8 focused on the notion of the touch screen and adhered to all the features appropriate for a tablet OS. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** There are some bugs which are needed to fix in time but still there is no response immedieatly by the team.One of the problems with windows 8 was the trouble with app resolution. The transfer from a non-touch operating system to a touch screen operating system was quite difficult as you can see on this system. The user interface has not been very easy to utilise. I saw individuals fighting to shut off their laptop on winning 8. Windows 8 is comparatively sluggish, as opposed to the later Windows 10 or Windows 11. In addition, the Sign-in page did not match the mark. The purple backdrop might have been enhanced during signature. I needed a "Classic Shell" workaround to assist Windows 8 customers easily make the modifications, avoiding them from wasting extra cash on a Windows 7 licence to install on a Windows 8-based system. **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** I can solve many problems like working on my project works using Microsoft tools embedded in windows. And can play a lot any games, which boosts my skills in gaming. Lol.The lightweight applications in the app store helped to operate the OS smoothly and quickly. Problems were solved or performed in win 8 more quickly than prior models. Windows 8 made a significant move to a portable and lightweight tablet set-up from a large desktop arrangement. Thanks to its innovative interactive OS, it boosted operations and employee involvement.You are doing things, learning and adapting. There are few systems that still utilise Fenster 8 and will soon be upgraded to Fenster 10 or Fenster 11. But these systems are utilised by the admin staff to conduct a poor job on the corporate server. I didn't really like the Windows 7 interface, because it was sluggish and didn't seem enticing. Windows 8 has an interface so elegant that I'm fond of utilising that OS device. ### 49. verry recomended **Rating:** 4.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** kenzi y. | Office Staff, Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) **Reviewed Date:** August 05, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** 1) Multi-Window Operation for work is likewise a decent element that has been made accessible for performing multiple tasks with a split-screen. I can work two screens unmistakably from the fundamental screen easily and can likewise show something very similar to customers whenever required. 2) Microsoft Store assists with downloading applications from the store straightforwardly into the framework like cell phones and this is one such significant change. I could now download Skype, WhatsApp, Outlook, News, and so forth from the store straightforwardly without looking for the EXE records for establishment. 3) Notifications: Since the store is made accessible, it gives brief warnings for the applications introduced to remain refreshed with the entirety of the data like it is gotten on cell phones. It assisted with getting data on the framework and answer likewise without wanting to open a cell phone and do that. 4) Charms Bar gives fast activity catches to Search, Home, Devices, Settings, Share, and so forth, and takes to the significant choice. try not to need to look for these catches, they all accessible in the left corners (top and base). 5) Sync alternatives permit to synchronize the entirety of the framework data and keep them got like it is done through Android OS by Google. **What do you dislike about Windows 8?** elatively few things I detest about Windows 8 and here are they: 1) Windows Home Button to show all applications on the fundamental screen I don't care for much on the grounds that at whatever point I click home, it opens a wide plate of applications on the primary screen and my work area loses all sense of direction in the middle. I then, at that point need to look for the work area to return or press home again to return. Hopefully it will open a rundown on the fundamental screen like it was there in Windows 7. 2) Windows 8 Minimum prerequisites state it functions admirably on 2GB RAM, 2 GB of capacity for establishment, 1.10 GHz or above processor, and so on yet it is surely not the situation. It doesn't function admirably at all with these prerequisites, basically not with me. I had 2GB RAM, 500GB Storage, 2.20 GHz Processor yet at the same time, it slacked a ton and when the web gets associated, it nearly freezes. I need to update my framework necessities to 6GB RAM keeping others consistent to work yet at the same time once in a while it warms up with least undertakings going **Recommendations to others considering Windows 8:** On the off chance that you can't manage the cost of windows 10 ensure this is 100% on your PC **What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you?** interface. Indeed, even the current windows follow a similar interface. The tile menu is a major benefit of Windows 8. It is exceptionally helpful on account of getting sorted out the top picks and most utilized applications are masterminded in the tile menu in top request. Likewise, the reviving screensaver of the windows application is very nice to feel. After the framework is locked it is a great idea to have a glace in the screensaver and it gives an invigorating resume for the work ### 50. The good ol’ days **Rating:** 5.0/5.0 stars **Reviewed by:** Adrian B. | Owner, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) **Reviewed Date:** November 30, 2021 **What do you like best about Windows 8?** I loved how easy it is to use. 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