Hey all,
I've done a lot of research on Win8 so far. I like what I'm hearing about the performance and security improvements. However, I'm wondering if it's worth the upgrade over Win7.
That is, on a standard desktop with a mouse and keyboard. As you can see in my system specs, my box is fully capable of running Win8. I'm just worried about Metro. What are your thoughts about using a keyboard and mouse with the Metro UI? Are all the other improvements worth it if I already have a fast and stable system? Will I still be able to run my games and programs?
Thanks guys for the answers !
I've done a lot of research on Win8 so far. I like what I'm hearing about the performance and security improvements. However, I'm wondering if it's worth the upgrade over Win7.
That is, on a standard desktop with a mouse and keyboard. As you can see in my system specs, my box is fully capable of running Win8. I'm just worried about Metro. What are your thoughts about using a keyboard and mouse with the Metro UI? Are all the other improvements worth it if I already have a fast and stable system? Will I still be able to run my games and programs?
Thanks guys for the answers !
My Computer
System One
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- OS
- Windows 8.1 Pro x64 ; Ubuntu 13.10 x64
- Computer type
- PC/Desktop
- System Manufacturer/Model
- custom built ; ASUS UL20A-A1 laptop
- CPU
- Intel Core i3-2120 @ 3.3GHz ; Intel Core2Duo @ 1.3GHz
- Motherboard
- ASUS P8Z68-M PRO ; ASUS stock mobo
- Memory
- 8GB DDR3 ; 4GB DDR2
- Graphics Card(s)
- ZOTAC GeForce GTX 560 Ti 1GB ; Intel integrated
- Sound Card
- Realtek HD Audio
- Monitor(s) Displays
- ASUS 21.5" 1080p HD
- Screen Resolution
- 1920x1080
- Hard Drives
- SanDisk 120GB SSD; WD 500GB 7200RPM ; 250GB HDD (laptop)
- PSU
- 500W 80Plus Bronze Certified
- Case
- Antec Three Hundred Illusion
- Cooling
- 4 case fans
- Keyboard
- Microsoft Comfort Curve Keyboard 2000 v1.0
- Mouse
- Microsoft Wireless Mouse 3000
- Internet Speed
- 26/22Mbps Verizon FiOS
- Other Info
- first PC build