There is No “Start” Button in Windows Eight

Microsoft removes the “Start” and the desktop menu bar on their latest operating system, Windows 8.

The button which is the typical appearance of Microsoft since Windows 95 operating system is evolved into a “launchpad“. It able to access the software, files, and search functions (search). The leak was revealed by the tech site, The Verge, which expose Window 8 screenshots .

Microsoft has not announced the launch date of the new system. Windows 8 is using a touch screen system or a conventional computer.

Windows 8 is estimated to be officially launched in the second half of this year.

While not having the “Start“, the basic functions of Microsoft computing remains present by accessing the “hot corner” that can be used either in a device with a touch screen or mouse.

The Verge claimed to have confirmed a source close to Microsoft’s developer program, the “hot corner” replaces the “Start“.

“Panel-like thumbnail will appear in the Metro or the desktop mode to deliver access to the Windows desktop and screen (Start Screen) in Windows 8, could be a mouse or finger touch,” wrote The Verge.

Navigation is done by sliding a finger on the touch screen, but can also use the mouse or the keyboard.

Windows 8 operating system can be applied either in tablet or PC operating systems such as Windows Phone that has a screen with a box-shaped menu.

Windows 8 will be developed by relying on ‘cloud’ storage. The user should log in to Windows Live to access some features. Windows 8 is also highly integrated with the online storage services like SkyDrive Microsoft.