Windows 8 editions
Windows 8 only comes in the following editions:
- Windows 8 is a core edition intended for the average home user.
- Windows RT is a version of Windows 8 for the Surface tablets.
- Windows 8 Pro is targeted at enthusiast and business markets. It adds the ability to run Hyper-V virtual machines.
- Windows 8 Pro with Media Center includes the Windows Media Center.
- Windows 8 Enterprise is designed for large organizations. It has the same feature set as Pro (excluding Media Center) but supports creating Windows To Go portable workspaces.
Upgrade compatibility
| Edition of Windows 7 to upgrade from | Editon of Windows 8 to upgrade to | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Core | Pro | Enterprise | |
| Starter | Yes | Yes | No |
| Home Basic | Yes | Yes | No |
| Home Premium | Yes | Yes | No |
| Ultimate | No | Yes | No |
| Professional | No | Yes | No |
| Enterprise | No | No | Yes |
References
- ↑ "Windows 8 Upgrade Paths". Microsoft TechNet. Microsoft. Retrieved 23 August 2012.
