Tuesday 15 November 2011

I love the new Windows 8 interface, it is going to open the door to a uniplatform...

It took a bit of work and trial and error to get it running but it installs like a hot knife through butter! I used virtual box! Only a few virtual machines will work so check the Microsoft Dec blog first!
Remember to enable virtualization in your bios first! Big "DOH" move on my part!
At first the UI is a bit weird to work with, but once the live tiles start showing some data you will hate your boring old desk top. The best part of the new interface is how little time you spend clicking! It is wonderful. From the main screen you get a quick snapshot and when you click on that, it starts right into the app! The application also opens in full screen mode where you get the whole screen to view what you are doing. The new ribbon on Windows Explorer is also fantastic and everything is easy to reach. Finally, the task manager has had several improvements in how it presents data and what it shows you, which is awesome when you are looking at how much data or how hungry processes are. In a nutshell, it is wonderful, well done Microsoft. Next stop, installing office!
Emil Swanepoel, one Godly man making a difference in the world.

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