Upgrading Windows 8 Pro takes 40 USD

In addition to the attractive fee, users who own Windows XP, Windows 7 or Vista also get free Media Center in the upgrade package.

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Store application store on Windows 8.

Microsoft is trying to turn Windows 8 Pro into an attractive operating system right from the first criterion to users. In addition to cutting upgrade prices compared to previous operating systems, US software companies also integrate Media Center freely into this service package. Accordingly, Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP users will only lose $ 39.99 in 131 markets including Vietnam for the new operating system update.

Adding the free Media Center option that Microsoft announced today contradicts its earlier announcement that the software must be purchased through the Windows 8 add-on feature (Add Features to Windows 8). .

This update will require buyers to download via the Upgrade Assistant system. The company will also sell the upgraded version on the DVD for $ 69.99.

Microsoft also added another option for backup DVD for $ 15 for users to upgrade, reinstall or other purposes.

This optional package will be launched by Microsoft on January 31, 2013.

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Windows 8 is promising to be an improvement over previous generations.(Photo: Tuan Hung).

Previously, the company also said that those who bought the device from June 2, 2012 to January 31, 2013, are running Windows will be upgraded to a cheaper price of 15 USD.

In addition, some notes about the data when upgrading from older operating systems are reported by the company as follows:

- From Windows 7: Can transfer all information and data from Windows settings, personal files and applications.

- From Windows Vista: You can transfer settings and personal data.

- From Windows XP: Expenses can carry personal files.