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[USG Ishimura]

According to roadmap graphics available from Microsoft, Code Name "Windows 8", a server based operating system will be available in 2012.





Although that second roadmap doesn’t have anything listed for a name, it’s once again the same old song: Windows 8 ~2012.
Perhaps the whole, “end-of-the-world” thing in 2012 really has something to do with Windows 8. Or not...

Roadmap images are courtesy of MSFTKitchen.

[dtack68]

The sequel to Windows 7 is codenamed Windows 8?

[Syzygy]

The sequel to Windows 7 is codenamed Windows 8?

I know hey. Who would of thought it would be called Windows 8

[Eye Pie Rate]

They should keep versions numerical from now on. A lot more simple.

[adrynalyne]

Yes, it doesn't confuse people with double single digit IQs.

[Preath]

Yes, it doesn't confuse people with double single digit IQs.

Haha xD

Well.. i think it will be very nice to see how Windows 8 would be like, if the appearance will be different to 7, and will Windows 8 be more based on MinWin than 7 are?

Edited by Emil2k, 21 November 2009 - 11:17 PM.

[PurplePeopleEater]

They should keep versions numerical from now on. A lot more simple.

They said they were going to do that.

Thers just one weird thing, is the kernel version is 6.1 on windows 7, is win 8 going to be ver 7 or 8?

[adrynalyne]

That really depends on what they base the kernel on.

[Jawadkho]

Ugh that pisses me off , well okay whatever good luck if the world doesn't end .

[zool]

They're planning something bigger.. hope its worthy.. but.. the range.. between Windows 7 and Windows 8.. too short.. 3 years? Could it be something that should be released with Win 7 but postponed then they added it too Win8.. hmmm.. we never know..

[adrynalyne]

Not too short. Its the normal release cycle for Microsoft OSes. XP spoiled people by being the exception.

Apple has a shorter release cycle.

Ubuntu even less than that.

[InlineSkate]

Who want's to bet they won't ever do Windows 13.

[NealTheGuitarist]

I thought the world was going to end at 2012?

They said they were going to do that.

Thers just one weird thing, is the kernel version is 6.1 on windows 7, is win 8 going to be ver 7 or 8?

Well, at least they would want something lucky in their products. The lucky 7, I mean.

[Villain]

So, they are planning for a new release around the time when the world is supposed to end? Not much of a chance for Profits, if you ask me...

[K.L.Devine]

Thers just one weird thing, is the kernel version is 6.1 on windows 7, is win 8 going to be ver 7 or 8?

6.2

[Gragier_521]

Only a server edition, right?

[poolsharkzz]

Well, it's about time we here some good news!

Rumor has it that Windows 7 is really nothing more than Service Pack 3 for Vista...

Maybe Microsoft will do the same with "Windows 8" - exactly what us hard-core XP Users are waiting for!

I hope they change the GUI up a bit - less Vista-ish and something more like this:

Windows 8: Next-Generation GUI Confirmed

Time will tell...

poolsharkzz


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Edited by poolsharkzz, 24 November 2009 - 06:14 PM.

[adrynalyne]

Yeah and rumor has it that Windows XP was nothing but lipstick on Windows 2000. Ubuntu 9.10 is down, er slight upgrade from 9.04. Heck, its a minor upgrade from 8.10... Whats the point?

Microsoft is doing what Apple is doing, incremental updates/releases

Edited by adrynalyne, 24 November 2009 - 10:17 PM.

[poolsharkzz]

Yeah and rumor has it that Windows XP was nothing but lipstick on Windows 2000. Ubuntu 9.10 is down, er slight upgrade from 9.04. Heck, its a minor upgrade from 8.10... Whats the point?

Microsoft is doing what Apple is doing, incremental updates/releases

I am not bashing here or trying to start a "flame war"...

The point is simply put: Windows 7 fixes most of the problems that Vista has.

You cannot compare Windows 2000 and XP to Vista and Windows 7 as you did:

Windows 2000 and XP have two completely different kernels, especially after XP SP2.

Windows XP: Kernel Improvements over Windows 2000

Kernel Enhancements for Windows XP

I'd call 3 new execution threads a "critical" update, not a new OS. It's a Service Pack at best, they should've just called a duck "a duck" and then moved on - I don't know who they were trying to kidd.

FYI - XP gained 14 additional execution threads in its default configuration after installing Service Pack 3.

The NT-based versions of Windows are known for their improved stability and efficiency over the 9x versions -

XP is the ultimate combination of these two lines with a more user-friendly and significantly redesigned graphical user interface and a multitude of exciting, brand new features and options for the user.

Vista and Windows 7 are built on the exact same kernel with a few decent enhancements and a splash of older technology - the only real difference is "MiniWin".

Under the Hood, Windows 7 Is Vista's Twin

Mixed reaction on keeping Vista kernel for Windows 7

Now, hopefully with some luck, Microsoft will come out with something brand new and exciting that will heavily encourage or incentify XP Users to upgrade without the market having to wait for them to buy a new PC.

Microsoft shouldn't be following in Apple's footsteps - it should be the other way around, no?

While I understand the logic of incremental updates and releases, the strategy is inherently flawed:

No matter how you slice it, it doesn't allow for the synergy between hardware and software.

Microsoft and Apple should release new OS versions at the same time as a launch of the latest hardware - otherwise you will have folks with powerful processors running older OS versions with no plans to upgrade.

Neither hardware or software will "win" the rat race if nobody's buying, right?

I would put another year or even two years inbetween releasing a new OS version.

At the end of the day - hardware is king and usually will dictate when the "average joe" will buy his next PC and when he will upgrade his version of Windows.

I know very little about Ubuntu - one day I'll dig into it.

Lipstick for Windows 2000? That's a first...

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Edited by poolsharkzz, 25 November 2009 - 12:44 AM.

[adrynalyne]

Windows 2000 and XP have two completely different kernels, especially after XP SP2.

I'll stop reading there. If thats wrong, chances are more of its wrong. Windows XP's kernel was an update of the 2000 kernel.

Two completely different kernels? No. There was no kernel rewrite. There hasn't been a kernel rewrite in many years thats made it into an MS OS, Apple OS, or even Linux.

Edit:

Oh I read a bit more.

I said Windows 2000, not Windows Millenium. You are obviously confused if you brought Windows 9x into that reply.

I was right. There was more wrong to that response.

Edited by adrynalyne, 25 November 2009 - 12:39 AM.