Windows 8 / 8.1 / 8.1 Update 1 is a great operating system that does what is expected of him. The tile overview and Apps is a logical consequence of Microsoft, all presented in such a uniform appearance (phone, tablet, PC). But frankly makes sense only if you have a touch screen on the PC. And because not everyone has, Windows 8 is the same as Windows Vista fall into oblivion - it is his time slightly ahead.
Installation made easy. Tip: Install Windows XP / ME / Vista / 7, then insert the Upgrade DVD and directly delete / format when you install the partition with the old Windows. Windows 8 can then be how to install a full version and the old version of Windows is not as garbage on the partition obtained.
Speed with an SSD phenomenal - my PC boots faster than that is recognized my touch and I can log in via finger swipe)