On Wednesday, Microsoft announced the general availability of
the Windows Embedded 8 family:
- Windows Embedded 8 Standard, short name
Standard 8, is the componentized version of
Windows 8. Its use shortens development cycles and enables device
makers to create differentiated solutions for any needs.
- Windows Embedded 8 Pro, a full version of
Windows 8 but with dedicated Embedded market licensing.
- Windows Embedded 8 Industry, the new version
of Windows Embedded POSReady 7, a fixed platform solution
based on Windows 8 that provides all the capabilities needed by
retail devices (Point-of-Service - POS).
Windows Embedded 8 Standard and Windows Embedded 8
Pro are available immediately for OEMs to
build and ship solutions.
Windows Embedded 8 Industry, which targets retail
point-of-service (POS) solutions will be available the week
of April 1st.
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