Windows 8 vs. Windows 10

Windows are an essential component of a computer system. A computer cannot run on its own and needs an operating system to perform all the functions and supply features to people who can use it accordingly. There have been several updates on Microsoft Windows over the years from Windows 95 to Windows 98 when the world of computing was exploring itself. Moving on to the Windows XP and Vista, and then the third generation which includes Windows 7, Windows 8 and now Windows 10. Each of these systems was an improvement on the previous one and new features kept on coming for the ease of use. Same has been the case for Windows 8 and Windows 10 which has many differences between each other. The main thing which marks Windows 10 from Windows 8 is that it is suitable for all the devices including computers, cellphones, and tablets. It can run seamlessly on them irrespective of the type you are using. In Windows 8 this was not possible, the feature of ONE helps to change windows according to the device which is being used. Therefore, it can be said that Windows 10 are more intelligent and versatile than Windows 8. Another difference between these two is the start menu, in Windows 8 the start menu was totally changed from the previous versions and created problems or the users who were finding it difficult to adapt to the new change. Windows 10 has brought back the old start menu with a new outlook and is present in the bottom left corner where pupils can easy access the primary and recently used applications. Windows 8 contained the last version of Internet Explorer, in Windows 10 this is replaced by Microsoft Edge, it also has an additional browser called Spartan which is designed for all the various devices and makes it easier to navigate on the web. Another difference between these two is the desktop feature, in Windows 8 there is one desktop for all users but in Windows 10 user can create multiple desktops for different uses or customize them for their own purposes. Windows 10 also introduced the feature of Cortana, which is similar to the Apple’s Siri while this feature was missing in the Windows 8. There is an extensive list of features and improvements which exist in these two types, and some of them will be listed at the end.