The window to upgrade to the next version of Microsoft's computer
operating system - Windows 8 - is now open. The company began accepting
orders for Windows 8 this week. The new operating system, however, won't be
delivered until October 26.
Microsoft designed Windows 8 so it can
power both traditional PCs and tablet computers in response to the iPad's popularity.
People who own a personal computer running earlier versions of Windows can buy the revamped system for $14.99 to $39.99.
The lower price is being offered to PC owners who have bought a machine powered by Windows 7 since June 2. Everyone else with a
Windows-based computer will have to pay the higher price if they want to upgrade.
The chance to upgrade at these prices expires January 31, 2013.
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