Windows 8.1: October 17

Microsoft announced that Windows 8.1 will be available as of October 17, application store, and what stores October 18
Microsoft will launch the Windows 8.1 - the new version of its operating system, on October 18 this year. On this day you get the new version to stores around the world, as it replaces the Windows 8, while the digital shop Microsoft applications it will be available the day before. Recall that Windows 8.1 will be offered as a free update for those who already bought the Windows 8.
Microsoft expected to finish work on Windows 8.1 official version coming weeks, then distributed the final version of the operating system to computer manufacturers who need a few months to make the necessary adjustments for their systems. Thus, it is likely that in mid October, most new computers sold, has been included in the new operating system rather than the previous one.
Windows 8.1 is an extensive update windows 8 launched last year. Microsoft yield to the users and return the key rocky start "to the desktop operating system, but not the menu associated with the key. Place, will pressing the "Start" screen of Windows 8 apps. Furthermore, Microsoft has changed some of interface that will be tailored to better work with a keyboard and mouse, as it is also suitable for the operating system for smaller screens to tablet makers will be able to launch 7-inch and 8 windows.