Win8 VS Win7: A comparison of Third-party software acquisition methods

For computer users, the operating system is only a platform, all kinds of third-party software can directly serve us. So, we need to secure software, quickly install software, easy to update software, comfortable use of software. So what are the differences between WIN8 and Win7 in the way third party software is acquired?

Win7 before the continuation of Windows Software installation method, in addition to the system with its own software, most third-party software requires users to download. This type of installation requires the user to find their own download resources, the steps are more, slightly cumbersome, and security needs to be improved. So it's not for a lighter touch pad or tablet.

Windows 8, which is built for mobile, adds a more convenient and secure Windows Store.

Opening Windows Store, the home page divides the application into 20 broad categories of gaming, social, music and video, efficient work, security, tools, education, government, etc. In addition, there is a "boutique Focus" column, which brings together all the current types of popular applications. Because the number of WIN8 applications is more, so looking for software will be more troublesome. It is more convenient to find the target application by the way of "search". (Action: Win+f key combination)

Windows Store

The installation process for WIN8 applications is simple. Just click on the App Store and click Install. Windows Store Installation Win8 flat-panel applications do not need to select the path, and do not continue to click "Next", the system will automatically download the application and install. After installation of the application will be directly in the form of magnetic paste "nail" in the Win8 of the beginning of the interface, and then we can customize the display of the tiles, a reasonable layout can make the beginning of the screen more beautiful and easy to use.

In addition, Windows store automatically retrieves the latest version of the application as the computer remains networked. When a new version of the application is detected, it will be directly displayed on the application store's magnetic paste, and indicate the number of updates, the user will be aware of the application update. Of course, WIN8 is also compatible with the way Win7 software is installed. In the traditional Windows interface, users do not need to change the use of habits, everything as usual.

Win8 more than Win7 downloads, faster downloads, simpler downloads, and easier to use and update software. and WIN8 compatible with the software Win7 can use, we do not need to change the use of habits.