Government // Enterprise Architecture 11:58 AM Connect Directly
Repost This  Windows 8: The Legacy Apps Question  Support for
legacy applications is a Windows 8 selling point. But Gartner
says the need for such apps is declining and has little to do
with upgrading to the new OS.  8 Key Differences Between Windows
8 And Windows RT 8 Key Differences Between Windows 8 And Windows
RT (click image for larger view and for slideshow) The lead up
to Windows 8 has seen many commentators stress the importance of
legacy application support. But mobility, BYOD, and developer
trends have caused a shift in enterprise needs. This shift
raises a question: is compatibility with old apps a true
workplace necessity, or has the idea become an overstated
marketing tactic that IT managers should take with a grain of
salt?  Windows 7 is dominant in the workplace, and more than a
few companies still rely on Windows XP. The ubiquity of these
OSes means that, for some businesses, the importance of a few
Windows-exclusive apps can make