Preorders for Windows 8 start today — $70 in stores, $40 online

October 12, 2012 8:22 AM Sean Ludwig
Sean Ludwig

Microsoft has released finalized pricing and packaging details for all versions of its upcoming Windows 8 operating system. Physical copies of Windows 8 Pro cost $70, while downloads costs $40.

Why Windows 8 could be the next Vista

June 15, 2012 6:00 AM Sean Ludwig
Sean Ludwig

Editor's Pick

Thinking about Windows 8 fills me with a strong sense of unease. Whether it’s the thought of using the OS on my desktop on a daily basis or the coming backlash by consumers when the OS lands, it distresses me …