Windows RT: Microsoft's mobile operating system for tablets

With the rise of smartphones and tablets, Microsoft has launched Windows RT, an operating system designed for mobile devices. This article will introduce what Windows RT is and how to download and install it.

What is Windows RT?

Windows RT is a special version of Windows 8, an operating system for tablets. It runs on the ARM architecture and not all Intel x86 computers can use it. Windows RT has been updated to Windows RT 8.1.

Optimized for thin and light computers, Windows RT has longer battery life and is designed for mobile life. Windows RT 8.1 only runs built-in apps or downloaded from the Windows App Store.

Design, features and applications of Windows RT

Windows RT is designed and basic functions similar to Windows 8 and Windows 8.1. After starting the device, the full screen start menu will display real-time tile and update throughout the day. The Start Menu screen is customizable, so you can pin your favorite apps and resize the tile. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to display a list of all installed apps.

There is a limited number of pre-installed software for Windows RT. All third-party apps on Windows RT must be Metro apps and must go through the Windows App Store and be approved by Microsoft. This means that Windows RT devices can only run Microsoft-approved apps, just as iPads can only run Apple-approved apps.

All Windows RT devices include Office 2013 Home and Student RT, initially including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and OneNote. Although you can access traditional desktops, the options are very limited, with only File Explorer, Internet Explorer, and Office RT in desktop mode.

Which devices run Windows RT?

The following devices can run Windows RT/Windows RT 8.1:

• Microsoft Surface
• Microsoft Surface 2
• Asus VivoTab RT
• Dell XPS 10
• Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 11
• Nokia Lumia 2520
• Samsung Ativ Tab

How to download Windows RT?

If you want to use Windows RT but don't know how to download it, please refer to the following steps:

Step 1: Visit the Windows RT download page.

Step 2: Click the "Download" button to start the download process.

Step 3: Select the path to save the download package.

If you already have a computer or tablet with Windows RT preinstalled, you can update to Windows RT 8.1 for free from the Windows Store. You can only install Windows RT 8.1 on a computer or tablet that is already running Windows RT.

Windows RT FAQ

Can Surface RT run Windows 10? Devices running RT versions of Windows such as Surface RT and Surface 2 cannot run Windows 10. While some third-party technology websites may claim that certain W10 features are available, they are not a complete Windows 10 system.

How to personalize my Windows RT 8.1 computer? You can personalize your Windows RT 8.1 computer in a variety of ways, such as customizing the start screen, changing colors, setting picture passwords, adding languages, syncing favorites and settings between computers, and bringing all friends, contacts, emails, and photos together.

How much free space is required to update to Windows RT 8.1? Update to Windows RT 8.1 requires 2250 MB of free space on the hard drive.

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