For
those of you who are still comfortable using the Windows 7 operating system and
all computing needs have been able to be met by Windows 7, why should you
switch to Windows 8? But if you really want to enjoy the latest Microsoft
operating system, it could not hurt for upgrade to Windows 8.
Specifications and Hardware
Compatibility
If
you decide to upgrade to Windows 8 operating system, then the first thing you
should do is check the compatibility and hardware specs you have. You should
install the Windows 8 Upgrade Assistant to determine the readiness of the
hardware you have.
Microsoft
has provided minimum specification requirements for running Windows 8, at least
make sure your specifications equal to or higher than the minimum
specifications for Windows 8 below:
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Processor with a speed 1GHz or faster
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a minimum 1GB RAM for 32-bit versions and minimum 2GB for 64-bit versions.
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16 GB of hard disk space for windows 8 32-bit or 20GB for Windows 8 64-bit.
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The graphics card compatible with DirectX 9
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Monitor with a minimum resolution 1024 x 768 pixels and 1366 x 768 pixels is
recommended.
Backup Your Old Operating System
If
you've ever tried to use Windows 8 operating system before, we recommend that
you make backups of your old operating system using software image backup such
as Norton Ghost or Clonezilla.
Backup
in the form image is quite important, because when Windows 8 installation fails
or after using Windows 8 it does not match your expectations, then you can
restore the operating system and its applications to restore the image file
that you have created.
Consider Dual-Boot Windows 8 with
Your Old Operating System
If
at this time you are quite comfortable with Windows 7 and want to use Windows
8, you can install both operating systems on a single computer or a laptop with
a dual-boot method.
Dual-boot
itself is installing two operating systems in one computer or laptop where they
can run alternately. Users do not have to worry about the dual-boot method
because when a laptop or computer is turned on, the user is given a menu to
choose which operating system to use.
