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Windows 8 will run on hardware available today, will have consistency
- robomartin 15y agoMy concern with W8 is that the inclusion of the Metro touch interface and paradigm on desktop systems will do nothing but confuse people. I've seen this first hand after installing the consumer preview version on a laptop and having a wide range of people try it. Almost without fail, the reaction I've seen is confusion followed by a severe reduction of productivity. I understand the idea of having "one OS to rule all platforms" but can't help to think that W8 will cause a lot of friction with those who need a Windows XP/Vista/7 desktop, mouse-and-keyboard experience and have no use whatsoever for a touch interface. This group, I might argue, represents the overwhelming majority of Windows users. By far. It'll be interesting to see how it plays out.