The main interface is the distinct and most recognizable difference between Windows 8 and Windows 7. Users of the new Windows 8 will interact mostly with its Metro interface. The desktop is basically the same with the familiar Windows; however, Windows 8 features the Metro interface as its default home screen wherein a series of tiles offer the access to an application. The tiles also provide live information. As an example, it makes it possible for the users to see the number of emails in their inbox without them opening the application. Users also have the option to customize the Metro interface of their device by adding web pages, pictures and apps among many other possible options. Metro is more colorful and attractive; and the color scheme can be customized. It is also scalable thus users can zoom and rearrange tiles the way they want them to appear.
Windows 8 performs best with gadgets that are touch-enabled. In this case, if users are using Windows 7 PC that has no touch-screen features, shifting to Windows 8 is not a good idea. Although Windows 7 has touch capabilities as well, it does not come close to the performance of Windows 8.
Another difference between Windows 8 and Windows 7 is that; the Windows 8 desktop has no Start menu. Users can either touch the middle right of the screen or mouse over there to turn on the Charms menu that represents the Search, Share, Devices, Settings and Start icons. It takes awhile to get used to this new idea although over-all, it is more convenient and practical to use in the long run.
Another important edge that Windows 8 has over Windows 7 is its cloud focus feature. The advantage on this is that Microsoft actually stores all settings and customized changes in the cloud. This makes it possible for users to simply log on to a Windows 8 device and everything looks and works just the way they want it to.
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