Should you upgrade to Windows 8? Pros and Cons.

Since Windows 8 has been released by Microsoft last year, many people are arguing whether they should upgrade from Windows 7 to Windows 8, since Windows 8 doesn't offer much upgrade from its last version. In this blog, I will list all the pros and cons of Windows 8 compared to Windows 7 based on my opinions, in a simple way, and I'll sum the conclusion whether you should upgrade to Windows 8 or not.

PROS

-Super fast booting time

Windows 8 offers super duper fast booting time compared to Windows 7. Yes, I've installed so many software and games, and it still boots fast. 

-Perfect environment to develop software and apps

Windows 8 environment allows you to build and test apps for Windows Phone / RT on the spot. This is, of course, useful for developers only. Normal consumers who use their PCs or laptops to play games or write office documents won't benefit from this.

-Faster performance (games)

I noticed a significant change in game performance the first time I played Dota 2 after I installed Windows 8. It runs smoother on the same setting. No, it's not a feeling. I can notice the movements of my characters are much smoother and less spiky. For a gamer like me, it's a 'hell yeah'!

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-Faster search result

If you type anything on the search bar, assuming you can find it //sigh// , the result will pop faster than you reading this. Definitely helps when you just can't find that important file you desperately need to hand it to your boss, or to transfer it into usb, etc.

CONS

-Minimalistic border and taskbar

It makes the UI looks dull as hell. No more aero and transparent border is unacceptable Though it is one of the reason Windows 8 has fast startup. Plus why the sharp edge? We need a curvy edge. Even iphone don't have edges that sharp. lol

See?

-You can install apps!

One of the many useless features in Windows 8 is that you can install apps from windows store! Yay! Which is useless since all the apps you need for the PC is usually downloaded through the browser like we usually do in Windows 7. 

Yay apps!...nope

-Hard-to-navigate start menu!

The start menu is good. But worse when compared to Windows 7's. It doesn't serve its usual purpose anymore. I often just type in what i need in the search bar rather than finding it in the start menu, cause it is kinda... umm....troublesome...? Normal consumer won't like this confusing change.

-Where can I set up ad-hoc?

You just can't create ad-hoc connection like you used to in Windows 7 wtf. Of course, you can, if you google how to. But that's quite thumbsdown from me.

Can't find it here

CONCLUSION

It is definitely not worth your cash to upgrade to Windows 8. There's too little changes compared to Windows 7. I recommend you stick with Windows 7 for now and wait until Windows Blue comes out. Yes, there's already another OS in development and it is supposed to be an upgrade version of Windows 8. It's like a big patch! And will cost no dollar for anyone who already has Windows 8. 

Thanks for reading! Hope it helps!

Link to article regarding Windows Blue: http://www.zdnet.com/microsofts-next-windows-blue-test-build-said-to-be-a-public-preview-7000011728/

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