Features | Windows RT | Windows 8 | Windows 8 Pro | Windows 8 Enterprise |
Architecture | ARM (32-bit) | IA-32 (32-bit) or x86-64 (64-bit) | IA-32 (32-bit) or x86-64 (64-bit) | IA-32 (32-bit) or x86-64 (64-bit) |
Trusted boot | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Picture password | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Start screen, Semantic Zoom, Live Tiles | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Touch and Thumb keyboard | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Language packs | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Updated File Explorer | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Standard apps | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
File History | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Refresh and reset of OS | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Play To | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Connected standby | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Windows Update | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Windows Defender | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Better multi-monitor support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
New Windows Task Manager | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
ISO image and VHD mounting | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Mobile broadband features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Microsoft account integration | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Internet Explorer 10 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
SmartScreen | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Windows Store | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Xbox Live app (including Xbox Live Arcade) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Exchange ActiveSync | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Snap | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Can connect to a VPN? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Desktop | Partial | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Supported third-party apps | Windows Store apps only | Windows Store and desktop | Windows Store and desktop | Windows Store and desktop |
Remote Desktop | Client only | Client only | Client and host | Client and host |
Storage Spaces | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Windows Media Player | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Encryption features | Device encryption | Unavailable | BitLocker and EFS | BitLocker and EFS |
Sideload Windows Store apps | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
Boot from VHD | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Can join a Windows domain? | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Group Policy | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Hyper-V | No | No | On 64-bit versions only with SLAT capable CPU | |
AppLocker | No | No | No | Yes |
Windows To Go | No | No | No | Yes |
DirectAccess | No | No | No | Yes |
BranchCache | No | No | No | Yes |
Can be virtualized by RemoteFX? | No | No | No | Yes |
Microsoft Office apps bundled with OS | Yes | No | No | No |
Windows Media Center | No | No | Via an add-in | No |
Which Windows is right for you?
Both Windows 8 and Windows RT offer a beautiful, fast, and fluid interface that you can personalize with the people, apps, and sites you care about most. They�re designed for touch, mouse, and keyboard. There are some important differences between Windows RT, Windows 8, and Windows 8 Pro.
Windows RT * tablets and PCs are made to go anywhere. Thin and light, with extended battery life, they start up in an instant and stay connected to email, social networks, and apps, so you�re always up to date. Office Home & Student 2013 RT Preview is also included, so you can be productive while on the go. Windows RT is only available preinstalled on select tablets and PCs and it only runs built-in apps or apps that you download from the Windows Store. For more information, see the Windows RT FAQ.
If you want to install desktop software like Adobe Photoshop or an older version of Office, consider Windows 8 or Windows 8 Pro.
Windows 8 ** comes preinstalled on a variety of new tablets, convertibles, Ultrabooks, laptops, and all-in-one PCs. Windows 8 works with both existing desktop software and apps that you download from the Windows Store.
Windows 8 Pro gives you all of the great benefits of Windows 8, as well as enhanced networking and data encryption features. For a limited time, you can upgrade your existing PC to Windows 8 Pro for a great price, or get it preinstalled on many new tablets and PCs.
Looking to purchase a new PC? We'll help you choose which one is right for you.
RT | 8 | 8 Pro | ||
Keeps you up to date and more secure with Windows Defender, Windows Firewall, and Windows Update. | ||||
Runs programs you used with previous versions of Windows. *** | ||||
Provides enhanced data protection using BitLocker technology to help keep your information secure. **** | ||||
Enables you to connect to your PC when you're on the go with Remote Desktop Connection. | ||||
Connects to your corporate or school network with Domain join. |
* Windows RTis only available preinstalled on select tablets and PCs.
** Until February 1 2013, this edition is only available preinstalled on select tablets and PCs.
*** Refers to programs built for mouse and keyboard that run in the classic Windowsdesktop environment.
**** Data is protected on Windows RT PCs using Device Encryption, which is based on BitLocker technology. Data is protected on Windows 8 PCs and removable drives using BitLocker and BitLocker To Go.
***** When the final version of Office Home and Student 2013 RT becomes available, it will be installed by Windows Update. There is no cost for the download, but Internet access (with any fees that apply) will be required. Some features and programs are unsupported. Office Home and Student 2013 RT is licensed only for non-commercial use (except in Japan). For more details, see the Office Home and Student 2013 RT product page.
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