The debate about what the computer is better - Mac or Windows-based PCs, obviously, is eternal, because he is fierce between the adherents of a particular platform and relates more to the realm of philosophy, rather than IT, says Winblog.
Operating System - the most important aspect when choosing a Mac or PC. However, now we see the gradual merger of mobile and desktop operating systems, Apple and Microsoft. So, with the release of the Lion, which was published in mid-2011, Apple started to implement the functions of mobile iOS in OS X, and will continue to develop this idea into a version of the Mountain Lion, which is expected to release by the end of the summer. Microsoft, inspired by Windows Phone 7 has developed a beta version of Windows 8 for desktops and tablets. Both approaches seem to give similar results.
We invite you to review the seven key areas of integration of mobile technology was originally in the Mountain Lion, and Windows 8 for Mac and PC:
A. App Store
Apple popularized the app store App Store in iOS, and then introduced in the Lion Store Mac App Store, so that OS X users are also able to easily buy and update the desktop software. In Mountain Lion preference will be given a "safe" applications from the App Store and even will be able to prevent the installation of programs from other sources. In Windows 8 will store Windows Store with similar functionality, designed to facilitate the selection, purchase and install software for Windows.
Two. Full-screen applications
The interface of Windows 8 Metro abandon the system tray and "Start" menu in favor of the full-screen applications, both on plates. Lion In such a possibility has already appeared, and an assortment of applications that support this mode, all expands as new versions are released.
Three. Synchronization with cloud services
Synchronization with cloud services is common in mobile devices - and for backup and storage with a shortage of internal memory. Windows 8 will integrate with cloud storage Microsoft SkyDrive, where users can store documents Office, photographs, and possibly other files. In Mountain Lion will be expanded integration with the cloud service iCloud: users can not only sync most of the applications, settings and media files purchased on all devices Apple, but is also used as a service cloud storage for personal information.
4. Universal application
The store will be available to Microsoft software to run on desktop computers, and tablets running Windows 8. Some applications can be run even on devices with processors, ARM. The composition of Mountain Lion will include desktop versions of mobile applications, Apple, including reminders, notes, and Game Center, a desktop application iChat renamed to Messages, as well as in iOS.
Five. Support for touch interfaces
The interface of Windows 8 Metro was designed primarily for sensor devices. In addition, Microsoft will release optimized for touch version of Office. Apple has long been implementing support for multi-touch interfaces for many of its applications, although so far it is provided entirely by the built-in touchpad or plug.
6. Quick exit from standby mode
In the Lion OS now has a Resume, allows you to quickly "wake up" the computer or restart it with the restoration of all running applications and documents - almost as smart phones and tablets to resume the suspended work after long periods of inactivity. In Windows 8 will be the standby mode, designed to improve the way applications from sleep. In this regime will be maintained, even a network connection to get updates - just like on smartphones.
7. LaunchPad and widgets
In the version of the panel appeared Lion LaunchPad, showing applications in much the same format as the iOS: in the form of a multiple-table icons. In Windows 8 will be used icons-"tiles" that combine the function of a shortcut to quickly launch applications with a display of relevant information, such as widgets on modern mobile devices.
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