Microsoft will bring back the Start menu in Windows update in early 2015?

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According WinSuperSite and ZDNet, Microsoft is planning to bring back the Start menu with Windows in the next round of major update codenamed "Threshold" in the spring of 2015 . This feature will appear as an option next to the Start button has been present since Windows 8.1. However, unclear whether the Start menu will be available on all versions of Windows, or only in supported versions running applications in traditional desktop environments (ie Windows Pro 8.x or 8.x, not to the RT). Previously, there are some third-party software simulation to use the Start menu with Windows 8, Lenovo even installed it available on a number of their PC .


Besides, sources said that the update Threshold likely to have more options for Modern applications allowed to run in a window on the desktop. In other words, while Modern applications will not exist in a more independent environment where it appears with other desktop software, giving users more convenience during operation. We would not have half the screen Snap app Modern, the other half is like what desktop app in Windows 8/8.1 often.

ZDNet further revealed that in the future Microsoft Windows will be divided into two different versions for visitors to not confuse consumers. A first emphasis app using Modern style, updated often regularly and will be compatible with devices running ARM processors and x86_64 (tablet, PC, even Windows Phone ). This information matches the information on the Threshold Windows and Windows Phone will bring closer together and aggregate planning Windows with Windows Phone that Microsoft is promoting.

The second document is aimed at traditional users. It was designed for the PC market at the present time, ie the user will input primarily by keyboard and mouse rather than the touch screen, it will have more in common with Windows 8 today. This version will also be regularly updated through the Windows Store.

At the same time, Microsoft is also developing a Windows version for corporate customers. It is of course fully supports the Modern app and desktop app, in addition to owning more of the features used for policy management and device companies and organizations. However, this version will not be updated as frequently as those for the end user.