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Windows 8.1 Version Comparison | Which One is Best for You

By Hally | Last Updated

As a computer user, you probably want to know which version of Windows 8.1 is most suitable for you since there are four versions for your option, including Windows RT 8.1, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Pro and Windows 8.1 Enterprise. In consequence, this article will generalize their respective features and make a clear comparison among them.

Windows 8.1 Version Comparison:

First of all, you should note that among all versions, Windows RT 8.1 is pre-installed in the ultra-light laptop or tablet adopting ARM processor and not for sale separately. In other words, you can only, generally speaking, buy or upgrade your operating system to Windows 8.1 or Windows 8.1 Pro.

Second, their respective features and functions are briefly summarized as follows.

1. Windows RT 8.1
It provides customers with same features as Windows 8, such as easy-to-use interface, Mail, SkyDrive, other built-in apps, touch function, etc. Meanwhile, it also offers different characteristics like enhanced BiLocker technology, Office 2013 RT and so on.

2. Windows 8.1
For most consumers, Windows 8.1 is the best choice. It possesses all required functions for daily work and life, including Windows Store, new version of Windows Explorer, and some service only provided by Windows 8.1 Enterprise before.

3. Windows 8.1 Pro
This system is mainly designed for technology lovers and professionals, which offers more technologies. Apart from all the functions of Windows 8.1, it owns EFS (Encrypting File System), virtualization, PC Management, Windows Media Center and so forth.

4. Windows 8.1 Enterprise
It not only has most functions of Windows 8 Pro, but also provides enterprise with PC Management and Deployment, Windows To Go and other functions.

Third, the following table gives you a better understanding of the four editions' detailed functions and knowledge of other aspects.

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With the above information about Windows 8.1 version comparison, can you make your own choice now?

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