Microsoft Launches Windows 8

Say hello to Windows 8, Microsoft’s next-generation operating system.

Microsoft is unveiling the new OS at its Build Conference in Anaheim, Calif. The OS, a complete rebuild of Microsoft’s flagship product, is designed to work with both tablets and PCs.

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Gallery: Windows 8

Windows 8 Devices

Microsoft demonstrated a lot of Windows 8 devices, including tablet devices, at its Build conference in Anaheim, CA.

Windows 8 Devices: A Closer Look

These are some of the devices running Windows 8 at Microsoft's Build conference.

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Windows 8: Lock Screen

"Your personalized lock screen shows you unread emails and other app notifications. The image shown here is a photo of the road leading to Mt. Cook National Park in New Zealand."

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Windows 8: Start Screen

"See your apps and content in a glance on the start screen."

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Windows 8: Files

"Pick the files you want to send or share from one place."

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Windows 8: Internet Explorer

"Touch browsing is fast, fluid and intuitive."

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Windows 8: Thumb

"The thumb keyboard feels natural and comfortable."

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Windows 8: Touch Keyboard

"Large buttons help you type on the touch keyboard."

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Windows division President Steven Sinofsky

Windows division President Steven Sinofsky takes the stage at Build.