#windows 8 pricing

Microsoft has just released its new pricing for Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro upgrades which will take effect starting February. From February onwards, Windows 8 upgrade editions will be priced as follows: Windows 8 Pro upgrade edition will be available online and at retail for $199.99 MSRP. Windows 8 upgrade edition will be available online and at retail for $119.99 MSRP. Windows 8 Pro Pack will cost $99.99 MSRP. Windows 8 Media Center Pack will cost $9.99 MSRP. For those who prefer a cheaper upgrade, Microsoft currently has a promotional offer available until January 31st that lets consumers upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for $39.99 via Windows.com or purchase a Windows 8 retail box for $69.99. I've had the beta version of Windows 7 installed on my Intel Core 2 Quad, a Compaq Presario, and an Atom-based netbook for about a week now and so far, Microsoft's upcoming operating system gave a fairly good impression. I've been a Windows Vista user for about a year now and I am fairly satisfied with its performance. Read more in our articles including "Microsoft releases new pricing for Windows 8 and Pro" and "Windows 7 Preview: Less of the Same".