From the past few months, we have been hearing about Windows 8 builds leaking to the internet through file sharing sites, and peer-to peer networks. Most of those Windows 8 copies are corrupted, buggy, and it is illegal to download them. Thanks to the throttled broadband here- I didn’t try any unofficial Windows 8 builds as it might end up in wasting 4-5 GB of my bandwidth, and the wait seems to be worthwhile. Microsoft today uncovered the developer preview of the Windows 8 and promulgated that they will release Windows 8 ISO image as a free download for the public.
What I feel about the Windows 8 introduction video is that the OS interface is a blend of Windows 7 and the Metro style UI that is being used in Windows phone 7. In my opinion, Windows 7 is well enough for our every day computing- its fast, easy to understand and supported by a lot of apps. So do we want another operating system with a totally new UI? Well, Microsoft says yes, and the move is not that unexpected. In view of the tablet revolution, we have seen this year, there is no other way than making a flexible multi-platform OS. Interestingly Windows 8 is conformable with non-touch PCs and even netbooks with Intel Atom processor and at least 1GB of RAM. Does your computer meet this spec? Go ahead and download Windows 8 developer preview.
Download Windows 8 ISO image
Earlier Microsoft used to release Windows developer builds though MSDN/Technet at first, and then to be public. Thankfully, this time everyone can download Windows 8 ISO-from the official Microsoft website. What you need is to get a Windows Hotmail or Live Mail ID, and then proceed to the link given in the image. Download the 32 bit or 64 bit version of Windows 8 and use the Windows 7 disk utility to burn that ISO file to a DVD. For this time, it is heard that you have to do a fresh installation. We will share our thoughts on Windows 8, more screenshots and if possible the direct download links, in the morning.
Update: Windows 8 ISO direct link- Download 32 bit (2.8), 64 bit (3.6GB).
Unfortunately, some of the Windows 8 features like app store and parts of Metro UI will not work on this dev preview. The minimum resolution required to run Windows 8 Metro apps is 1024×76 pixels.
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window 8 Spider Solitaire ka game nahi h.
HINDI mein comment maar raha hai??! LOL
does it need touch screen moniter for this OS
How much hard disk space this OS needs exactly ??
windows 7 is 6.2GB
wat abt win 8?
Dear Admin,
Thanks for the reply. Request you just look at the screenshot of the Processor Details from this link i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb291/vsrkm/processor.jpg please let me know whether my PC supports the Windows 8 Developer Preview for 32 BIT. If this is supported, then why am I getting the error message?
Request your valuable suggestion in this regard.
Thanks
Murthy
i hv downloaded 32 bit version from the given link.. but unable to install that on my laptop. m currently using windows 7 on my laptop. but whenever trying to install this one, showing error mentioning that .dll file is corrupt..i think entire episode is loss of time for me….
Friends,
I have downloaded this ISO twice, 1st time from Microsoft.com and the 2nd time from this site. Of course! all the links will lead to microsoft only. But with the 1st ISO, it gave me an error stating that SOMETHING HAPPENED at 33% and the only option is to click on the CANCEL button and the total installation has failed. 2nd time after the installation of 78% it again gave me the error message and again I am forced to click on the CANCEL button and to cancel the total installation.
BTW, I have directly tried to install on the existing Windows 7 (my OS) ultimate. I have tried the clean installation also but did not work out.
My system config is. ASUS Mother Board, 2GB of RAM, Intel 2.8ghz Processor with Win7 Ultimate edition OS. Please suggest me for a good installation.
Murthy
There are 3bit and 64 bit versions of Windows 8. Get CPUZ app (Search Google) and analyze your processor. Then, download Windows from the appropriate link and do a clean installation. It will work.
hi…may i know whats d difference between original windows 8 and developer edition of windows 8? and whats d problem i may encounter if i install antivirus on this version?? pls rply….
Does windows8 need any serial no
my pc has
3 GB RAM
INTEL CORE 2 DUO PROCESSOR
250 HDD
IS 64-BIT WINDOWS 8 WORKS SMOOTHLY WITH IT.
HOW MANY DAYS IT WORKS WITHOUT ACTIVATION?
Good Mr Hacker. But, which is the best option , i.e., a clean install or an Upgrade ? I am planning to have the total HD formatted and then want to install this.
HI Guys I have downloaded and installed in my laptop its working successfully without any problem. if u r using 32 bit XP or windows 7 the same drivers will work with it. or if u are using 64 bit the same drivers will work.. after installing it will activate automatically that is n0t a trial version, Now its showing the software u installed is Genuine in my laptop. so download and Enjoy
Friends/Admin,
I am using Windows 7 and just now i started downloading Windows 8 from the Microsoft site itself. My doubt is whether all the softwares like Office2010, Firefox, VLC and all will work on this platform or not ?
yes it will wok am using Windows 8
hello friends did anyone download windows 8? How is it
Will Windows 8 get installed on my pC with configuration:
Intel dual core.
512 Mb Ram
80 Gb Harddisk
And are all softwares available for it
Windows 8 will support all Windows 7 applications, but this developer version has some issues with antivirus software and tuning utilities. 512MB RAM is ok, but you need at least 1GB of RAM for smooth operation.
thank you
how to download key window 8
You don’t need a key to activate this version of Windows 8.
how many day of use don’t need key? and are you use window 8 yet ? thz for reply.
Can I update it on my Windows 7 OS & rollback to Windows 7.
I just want to experience the performance on my Acer i3 Laptop
You can dual-boot Windows 8 and Windows 7.
Thanks for the reply .. but I don’t want Dual boot .. I just want upgrade & rollback.
Is it possible in this Edition
No, You will need to reinstall Windows 7.
anyone plz tel me this iso file r work fine……….
thnx u…
I used the 32 bit Windows 8 ISO and its working fine.
I think this is the most required full version of Windows 8. No activation required.
Hey Admin,
Thanks a lot for the link, but wat about the Windows Live ID. If I dont have it, won’t I be able to install the product? Should i make one? Do reply to my queries.
Ravi Shankar
Devan India Limited
Windows 8 Setup will ask for a Live or Hotmail ID during installation. The advantage of using Windows Live with Windows 8 is that you can sync your personal details and app settings, etc. across all computers. There is also an option to set the normal Windows 7 like user accounts.
PLEASE DNT DOWNLOAD WINDOWS 8 FROM THE GIVEN LINK I DOWNLOADED THE 64 BIT ISO AND IT WAS A CORROUPTED VERSION, U WILL WASTE YOUR TIME! INSTEAD GO TO THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE AND DOWNLOAD IT….GOD BLESS YOU !
can you tell me the official dwnld site url for windows 8
What is difference between original Windows 8 or developer version of Windows 8.
thanxx ,, works perfectly both 32 n 64 bit versions
i like it
Download Windows 8 if you have AIO PC with touch screen. I own a Dell Inspiron One 2305 23″ and its a pure pleasure running Windows 8 on it.
Can it be installed on iPad2
Nothing is impossible, but if u succeed, please let the rest of the world know!
yes ofcourse, why not? Microsoft and apple are close friends.
Folks this Windows 8 is not going to work. See millions of people are using PCs without touch facility. This is a kind of bad stuff designed only for geeks and not for general users.
I can understand your feelings Mr. OS X user.
Same things were told when we ported from MS-DOS to Windows early 90, please don’t propagate bad thought you chicken hearten tech fellow
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thanks for providing the link.
is this a full version copy, what about the CD KEY ( not required ?? )
will this run in my PC
GIGABYTE MOTHERBOARD
AMD PHENOM X 3 PROCESSOR
DDR 2 2GB RAM
1 GB GRAPHIC CARD
This is a limited, developer version of Windows 8. You don’t need any activation key or serial number, but the OS will ask for your Windows Live ID during setup. Your hardware configuration is compatible with Windows 8. Download the second one- 64 bit iso image.
it will run if not then call to me i will come as rajni