Windows 7, only better Windows 8 is built on the rock-solid foundation of Windows 7, but it′s been enhanced on all fronts. You can install Windows 8 on the same hardware that powers Windows Vista & Windows 7, & you′ll love how it works on new devices, too. Windows 8 was designed with Windows 7 apps in mind, because you probably have older apps you need to use. In addition to the new look of the Start Screen, Windows 8 incorporates the desktop that you′re familiar with. Think of the desktop as one of the many apps you can run in Windows 8. In the desktop, you′ll see all the settings, devices & features you used in Windows 7?and you can run the desktop apps you ran in Windows 7, too. Cloud-connected with your Microsoft account Sign in to your Windows 8 device with your Microsoft account & you′re immediately connected to the people, files & settings you care about. Your PC comes to life with all the things that make Windows yours, including your Start page, themes, language preferences, browsing history & browser favourites. You can connect your favourite services to your Microsoft account, too, like Hotmail, Messenger, Facebook, Linked In, Twitter & more. & you can immediately get to your photos, docs & other files, whether they′re on Sky Drive, Facebook, Flickr or other services. It's all about the apps In the Windows Store, you can search for or browse great apps, all grouped in easy-to-find categories. We highlight great apps for you & provide quick access to frequently downloaded apps. You can also see how other people have rated apps. You′ll always know what′s interesting, new & popular. You won′t have to worry about buying something you don′t want because you can try before you buy, if the app supports it. If you try an app & like it, you can buy it & continue using the full app with no interruption. You won′t waste time or lose your place.