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Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro Upgrade License

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Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro Upgrade License

Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro Upgrade License

Windows 8.1 Pro  is an excellent choice for an operating system. Windows 8.1 Pro is designed for small to medium sized businesses. This product is an open license, meaning it is for government organizations, charities, health organizations, educational institutions, qualifying 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, and multinational organizations, who are looking to outfit all of their PCs through the organization rather than by buying individual licenses. Open licensing is the most cost-effective and lowest up-front cost of to install Microsoft Office products throughout your entire organization. Many people with Windows 7 have been holding out for the next upgrade beyond Windows 8, and this operating system is the answer they have been waiting for. Windows 8.1 Pro has gone above and beyond in people’s expectations for efficiency and new features for an operating system.

Windows 8.1 has many new features that make it an excellent upgrade. It has smart search technology, which helps you quickly recall files from your recently used files and SkyDrive. This feature can also be used to find music for easy listening. Next, Microsoft includes many new and improved apps. There are new improvements to Mail and Photos. Now there is a quick use Netflix app that can be accessed from the docking screen. Microsoft’s cloud-storage system is now better integrated with Windows 8.1. It can help you quickly and easily backup, sync, and share files online. If you prefer Dropbox instead of SkyDrive, then Windows 8.1 can accommodate both storage applications. Another new feature is the Desktop Display Scaling function which enhances performance on any screen size. With Windows 8.1, you will find that you have more customization than ever before. There are functions such as adjusting tile sizes, hot corners, and the ability to replace  the Start screen with the Apps page. If you don’t like the way things look, you can change the appearance and workflow. Skype is a staple item of Windows 8.1 and now it’s only one click away from the Start screen. Windows 8.1 Pro is really geared for the workplace with involvement in Work Place Join, Work Folders, and advanced encryption options. Windows 8.1 is geared for the future with native 3D printing capabilities and support for Wifi Direct printers. If your organization is looking for more, than Windows 8.1 has got you covered from now into the future.

Features

Upgrading your Windows 8 or Windows RT PC to Windows 8.1 or Windows RT 8.1 will bring you enhancements in personalization, search, apps, the Windows Store, and cloud connectivity, all with the security and reliability features you expect from Windows.

Only if you currently have a device running Windows 8.1 (“Core”) operating system can you upgrade to Windows 8.1 Pro (Professional) using this Windows 8.1 Pro Pack (upgrade) product. Windows 8.1 Pro allows you to connect and share your files and also adds enhanced features if you need to connect to company networks, access remote files, encrypt sensitive data, and access to other more advanced tasks.

The new Windows 8.1 start screen is your personalized home for items you use the most and can be customized according to your user preferences. Windows 8.1 Live tiles provide real-time updates from your Facebook, Twitter, and e-mail accounts. Along with the new Start screen, the lock screen now includes e-mail, calendar, and clock widgets.

To access your PC, Microsoft has replaced a standard PIN or password with a swipe gesture; unlock your PC by clicking or swiping preset locations you’ve selected on the lock screen. New functions also allow you to search for your favorite software programs, open, close, hide, resize, or run multiple apps simultaneously with the swipe of a finger or a swipe of the mouse.

Windows has also made changes to make your PC more secure by boosting its existing security features and adding “SmartScreen,” which acts to prevent suspicious programs or apps from being installed or running on your machine. Finally, Windows 8 also gives you the ability to “refresh” itself to give users a new starting point and a cleaner version of Windows.

System

These are the minimum system requirements required for the installation of Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro Upgrade License

  • Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster with support for PAE, NX, and SSE2
  • RAM: 1 gigabyte (GB) (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit)
  • Hard disk space: 16 GB (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)
  • Graphics card: Microsoft DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM drive

Additional Requirements to Use Certain Features

  • Internet access (fees may apply)
  • For touchscreen, you need a tablet or a monitor that supports multi-touch
  • Microsoft account required for some features
  • Watching DVDs requires separate playback software
  • Windows Media Center license sold separately
  • To access the Windows Store and to download and run apps, you need an active Internet connection and a screen resolution of at least 1024 x 768
  • To snap apps, you need a screen resolution of at least 1366 x 768
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