At $40, Microsoft Charging Far Less for Windows 8 Than Past Updates - Ina Fried - News - AllThingsD

Times have changed

Microsoft said on Monday that an upgrade to Windows 8 from recent past versions will cost just $40 — much less than Redmond has charged in the past.

The $40 price applies for those running Windows XP, Vista or Windows 7, and who download it from Microsoft’s Web site before the end of January. A version at retail stores will cost $70, at least through Jan. 31, Microsoft said in a blog post.

At $40, Microsoft Charging Far Less for Windows 8 Than Past Updates - Ina Fried - News - AllThingsD