Everything to know about Windows 8.1 upgrade options

    Everything to know about Windows 8.1 upgrade options


    Posted: 04 Oct 2013
    Here we go again…

    With each new release of Windows, Microsoft changes the mix of products it offers to consumers and also changes the terms of use. Windows 8.1 is no exception.

    This post lists the key changes you need to know about in Windows 8.1 pricing and licensing, with a few buying tips thrown in for good measure.

    (Two Pages)
    Read more at: Everything you need to know about your Windows 8.1 upgrade options | ZDNet


    See also: Compare Windows 8.1 Editions
    Brink's Avatar Posted By: Brink
    04 Oct 2013



  1. Posts : 279
    Windows 7 Home Premium x64
       #1

    This page covers details for the most common upgrade scenarios. Updating from Windows 8 to Windows 8.1 On a retail or OEM-activated computer running any edition of Windows 8, you’ll be able to install this update via the Windows Store. It permanently replaces the underlying operating system with Windows 8.1 and replaces the previous software license with the new terms for Windows 8.1. This is a like-for-like update: If you’re running Windows 8 Pro, you’ll be updated to Windows 8.1 Pro. If the Media Center Pack is installed, that functionality will be maintained for Windows 8.1.
    Is it that uncommon to not have an account with Windows Store and never wanting one? Was ZDNet not allowed to represent the uncommon man who wants to update?
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  2. Posts : 2,686
    Windows 8.1 Pro w/Media Center 64bit, Windows 7 HP 64bit
       #2

    Is it that uncommon to not have an account with Windows Store and never wanting one? Was ZDNet not allowed to represent the uncommon man who wants to update?
    MS has said that you will be able to upgrade from 8 to 8.1 through the Store without a Microsoft Account. You can do it from your Local Account on your PC. This was a change from the preview.

    Jim
    Last edited by Brink; 04 Oct 2013 at 15:51. Reason: fixed quote
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  3. Posts : 279
    Windows 7 Home Premium x64
       #3

    Thank you, Jim. I'll wait for the pudding and the proof in it.
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