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Originally Posted by frahse
I did see where MS may have a FREE version of Win 8.1.
Chrome OS is indeed a world mover!
Microsoft experimenting with free version of Windows 8.1
By Tom Warren on February 28, 2014 08:17 am
"Microsoft is currently experimenting with a free version of Windows 8.1 that could boost the number of people using the operating system. Sources familiar with Microsoft’s plans tell The Verge that the company is building "Windows 8.1 with Bing," a version that will bundle key Microsoft apps and services. While early versions of the software have leaked online, we understand that Windows 8.1 with Bing is an experimental project that aims to bring a low-cost version of Windows to consumers. ZDNet first reported some Windows 8.1 with Bing details earlier this week.
"Designed as a free or low-cost upgrade for Windows 7 users"
We’re told that Microsoft is aiming to position Windows 8.1 with Bing as a free or low-cost upgrade for Windows 7 users."
Free!!! |
Do people actually use Bing? Microsoft tried to brand Bing not as a search engine, but as a "Decision Engine". What that seems to mean is that they wanted to drive you to the decisions that Microsoft wants you to make. Now they are trying to rebrand it as a "Doing Engine". What people want is a search engine. They just want to find information.