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Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro 32/64 Bits Full Retail Version for Windows online activation
Windows 8's big trick was bringing Microsoft into the tablet era, with a more touch-friendly interface.
That change involved what Microsoft then called the "Metro" interface and a new series of touch-ready apps for photos, video, mail, and music. Microsoft also included a built-in store for users to find and download new software.
Microsoft didn't go all the way toward a touch-ready future, however. The company included a legacy "desktop" mode that could run traditional Windows apps with the usual look and feel similar to that of Windows 7.
Behind the scenes, Windows 8 also brought Windows into new territory, supporting chips made by ARM Holdings -- the low-power chips that helped fuel the rise and prevalence of smartphones and tablets. Despite that, most consumers, developers, and later hardware manufacturers opted to go with the version of Windows running on x86 processors, which was backwards compatible with older programs.
Windows 8.1 represents a slight departure for Microsoft, with a smaller upgrade that comes free of charge to existing Windows 8 users.
The update is a collection of user interface tweaks, along with a handful of behind-the-scenes changes. Key among them is the option to boot straight to the desktop, as well as the return of the Start button to launch apps. On the back end, Microsoft's added deeper integration with its SkyDrive cloud service, along with Miracast for wireless streaming over Wi-Fi to other Miracast-enabled devices.
Other additions include an amped-up search tool that can dig through files stored locally as well as on SkyDrive, support for 3D printing, a new Xbox Music app, and better support for users with multi-monitor setups.
Activate Windows 7 or Windows 8.1
Activation helps verify that Windows hasn’t been used on more PCs than the Microsoft Software License Terms allow.
To activate Windows 7 or Windows 8.1, you’ll need a product key for the version of Windows that’s on your PC. A product key is a 25-character code that looks like this:
PRODUCT KEY: XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX
How to find your product key depends on how you got your copy of Windows 7 or Windows 8.1:
If you bought Windows from an authorized retailer, the product key will be on a label inside the box it came in.
If you bought a new PC running Windows, the product key will be preinstalled on your PC, included with the packaging the PC came in, or included on the Certificate of Authenticity (COA) attached to the PC.
If you bought a digital copy of Windows from a Microsoft website, the product key will be in the confirmation email you received after buying it.
If you need to install or reinstall Windows 8.1, you can use the tools on this page to create your own installation media using either a USB flash drive or a DVD.
Before you begin
Make sure you have:
An internet connection (internet service provider fees may apply).
Sufficient data storage available on a computer, USB or external drive for the download.
A blank USB or DVD (and DVD burner) with at least 4 GB of space if you want to create media. We recommend using a blank USB or blank DVD, because any content on it will be deleted.
Read the System Requirements.
If you will be installing the operating system for the first time, you will need your Windows product key (xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx). For more information about product keys and when they are required, visit the FAQ page.
For Enterprise editions please visit the Volume Licensing Service Center.
Use the media creation tool (aprx. 1.41MB) to download Windows. This tool provides the best download experience for customers running Windows 7, 8.1 and 10. Tool includes:
File formats optimized for download speed.
Built in media creation options for USBs and DVDs.
Optional conversion to ISO file format.
Get a new touchscreen PC and you can still work with a mouse, keyboard, and the Windows desktop the
way you always have. Use virtually any printer. Programs that work on Windows 7 work on Windows 8.1.
All the basics, from startup times to security, are better than ever.
Windows 8.1 gives you a world of touchscreen entertainment with apps from the Windows Store, and new
ways to tap, swipe, and navigate seamlessly. Multitask with up to four separate apps at the same time on
Windows tablets and PCs, so you can work and play at the same time. And OneDrive—free online storage
that’s built into Windows 8.1—means your files are always with you, from any of your PCs or devices.
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The familiar desktop |
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Windows 8.1 |
Works with a mouse and keyboard |
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Works with Word, Excel, Outlook, and other familiar programs |
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Windows 8.1 |
Built for touch PCs and tablets |
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Apps from the Windows Store |
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Windows 8.1 |
Mail, People, and other built-in apps |
Windows 7 |
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Keep your settings and apps on all your PCs and devices |
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Windows 8.1 |
Bing smart search to find things across the web, apps, and your PC |
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Start screen with live updates |
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Faster startup times |
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Windows 8.1 |
The New Windows
The New Windows |
Windows 8.1 |
Pro Pack |
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Great Apps built in such as Mail, Calendar, Messaging, Photos, and SkyDrive with many more available at Windows Store. |
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Includes Internet Explorer 11 for fast, intuitive, touch-friendly browsing. |
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Keeps you up-to-date and more secure with Windows Defender, Windows Firewall, and Windows Update. |
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Works with new and existing Windows desktop software including the full Microsoft Office experience (Outlook, SharePoint Designer and more).* |
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Comes with Windows Media Player |
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Provides enhanced data protection using BitLocker technology to help keep your information secure.** |
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Enables you to connect to your PC when you’re on the go with Remote Desktop Connection. |
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Connects to you corporate or school network with Domain Join. |
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Watch and record live TV with Windows Media Center.*** |
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Win8 / 8.1 System requirements:
1GHz or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
1GB RAM (32-bit) / 2GB RAM (64-bit)
16GB available disk space (32-bit) / 20 GB (64-bit)
DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM 1.0 or higher driver
This operating system is eligible for a free upgrade to Windows 10 when available. More details below.
The Start screen. Personalize your Start screen with your favorite news, friends, social networks, and apps. Customizable colors and backgrounds and four different tile sizes make your device as unique as you are.
The apps you want. In addition to great built-in apps for e-mail, people, photos and video editing, you can also download thousands of popular apps from the Windows Store, including Netflix, ESPN, Skype, and Halo: Spartan Assault.
It plays as hard as it works. Windows 8.1 gives you the power to quickly browse, watch movies, play games, polish your resume, and pull together a killer presentation - all on a single PC.
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