TechRepublic asked its members whether their company's intended to upgrade to windows 8. 1888 IT pros responded. See how the numbers break out and what IT pros say are the common reasons for and against a windows 8 upgrade.
Windows To Go - Windows 8 will run from a USB drive even when older versions of windows are installed on the host.
Push Button Reset - IT departments will be able to correct issues that currently require re-imaging a PC.
New log-in option - Windows 8 will enable you to log in using gestures on a picture.
Faster boot time - The boot process will take 8 seconds.
3G/4G support - Windows 8 will detect your SIM card, determine the vendor, and download the appropriate connection app from the Windows App Store, if it's available.
Need for massive training - This is such a revolutionary version, users will need a lot of training and practice.
Fragmented ecosystem - Windows 8 does not allow ARM-based devices to join AD domains, so it won't help companies with pending BYOD initiatives.
Desktop abandonment - Given Windows 8's emphasis on mobile and touch, the corporate desktop seems to be an afterthought.
Hardware outlay - Companies will have to upgrade the hardware to take advantage of the touch interface.
Source : Techrepublic.com/blog/tech-manager/windows-8-infographic-pros-and-cons-at-a-glance
Pros
Common user experience across devices - The new UI will help merge the tablet and PC markets and allow PCs to benefits from touch capabilities.Windows To Go - Windows 8 will run from a USB drive even when older versions of windows are installed on the host.
Push Button Reset - IT departments will be able to correct issues that currently require re-imaging a PC.
New log-in option - Windows 8 will enable you to log in using gestures on a picture.
Faster boot time - The boot process will take 8 seconds.
3G/4G support - Windows 8 will detect your SIM card, determine the vendor, and download the appropriate connection app from the Windows App Store, if it's available.
Cons
No start menu - Microsoft has pulled the Start button off the legacy interface, complicating any Windows 8 rollout in a corporate environment.Need for massive training - This is such a revolutionary version, users will need a lot of training and practice.
Fragmented ecosystem - Windows 8 does not allow ARM-based devices to join AD domains, so it won't help companies with pending BYOD initiatives.
Desktop abandonment - Given Windows 8's emphasis on mobile and touch, the corporate desktop seems to be an afterthought.
Hardware outlay - Companies will have to upgrade the hardware to take advantage of the touch interface.
Source : Techrepublic.com/blog/tech-manager/windows-8-infographic-pros-and-cons-at-a-glance
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