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[Max_Real Qnx]

Hi everybody

Windows Embedded Standard 8 Community Technology Preview (CTP) Program is now available!

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[Max_Real Qnx]

What is Windows Embedded Standard 8 ?

Windows Embedded Standard 8, an embedded platform for devices that are part of Intelligent Systems. Windows Embedded Standard 8 is the one trusted platform to power devices that capture intelligence throughout the corporation. Standard 8 starts with Windows 8 technologies and provides additional capabilities to create intelligent, connected devices.

Areas of investment for Windows Embedded Standard 8 include:

· Tooling enhancements to improve image development and deployment

· Updated developer tools and application frameworks

· Full customization of the user interface from start-up to shell capabilities

· Natural User Interface (NUI) technologies

· Unified Write Filters for device lockdown

· Operating System componentization

· Power management and connectivity improvements

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[sambul61]

Thanks for pointing to this release. Would be interesting to learn, what are the key differences with WES7...

[Max_Real Qnx]

Thanks for pointing to this release. Would be interesting to learn, what are the key differences with WES7...

Hi sambul61

I have not tested yet. But I think the biggest difference is that have a 64-bit version. (Standard_8_64Bit_Bootable_IBW_CTP.iso) Best regards