Rumors
In recent months there's been rumors swirling around that Microsoft will release next version of Windows currently known as Windows 9. Currently, Microsoft is set to roll out Update 1 for Windows 8.1 soon.Microsoft will release the Windows 9 between May and November this year, according to rumors. In January 2014, Windows 9 was expected only in early 2015.
What People Expect
I expect the new release Windows 9 will be cheaper for home user, at least same price with Windows 7 Home Basic. And, the interface back to "normal" as Windows 7 and successful earlier versions of windows. Just put one button on task bar or desktop to activate and disactivate Metro launcher.John C. Dvorak, columnist PCMag.com, in his articles "Microsoft's Must-Have List for Windows 9" list 5 his wishlist:
- Fix the file system. - Develop a database-style file system that would allow for easy and super-fast searches for keywords within the structure of the file.
- Fix the Networking. – Can support various networking protocol and interface, without additional patch.
- Bring back the distraction games. – Bring back Spider Solitaire and Pinball.
- Scale everything.
- Put back the real Start menu.- For user convenience.
Read full article here: pcmag.com
Woody Leonhard, writer for "Windows 8 All-in-One for Dummies." in his article "10 must-have features for Windows 9":
- Put back start button
- Multiboot - To boot to the desktop or the Metro Start screen and configurable in control panel. ( like linux desktop)
- Dual monitor with Metro on the side - Can configure, one screen for normal desktop and another screen for Metro
- Meaningful notifications
- Desktop Charms that do something
- Metro apps at iPad standards
- Bring back Aero Glass feature.
- A Control Panel that controls
- Metro mute button
- "Get out of hell" modal dialog
How about you?
Source: winbeta.org
