Get a head start evaluating Window 8. Based on the Release Preview of the software, this guide introduces new features and capabilities, with scenario-based insights demonstrating how to plan for, deploy, and maintain Windows 8 in an enterprise environment.

Network administrators will get an early, high-level view of these topics and more:

• Performance, reliability, and security features


• Deployment options


• Managing the new UI using Group Policy and Windows PowerShell


• Internet Explorer 10


• Virtualization and cloud solutions


• Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack


• Recovery features