Microsoft released Windows 8 Developer Preview

Yesterday, Microsoft introduced Windows 8 at the Build conference in Anaheim (California). It was told how the new OS bridges the gap between tablets, laptops and desktops with a lightweight system that is designed for touch screens and keyboards.

Windows 8 features include a new Metro interface, accelerated load times (less than eight seconds), a new Windows store for applications, connectivity between applications, support for ARM-based hardware and Intel, as well as countless changes in interaction experience and user interface. which are strikingly different from their predecessors.
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Microsoft has published links to download Windows 8 in Windows Dev Center . During the developer preview, Windows 8 will be free. It will be available in 32-bit and 64-bit configurations.

Of course, this is not a finished product, so be prepared for errors, constant updates and incompatibility of programs. In general, act at your own risk.

If you want to get some idea about Windows 8 before installation, look at the screenshots under the cat.

At the conference, Microsoft demonstrated many devices on Windows 8, including tablets:



Personalized lock screen shows unread emails and notifications from other applications:



Applications and content on the start screen:



Work with files:



Internet Explorer:



via Mashable