Windows 8 Pro: Features IT pros need to know about

[JMH]

Microsoft announced last month that Windows 8 will be sold in three editions: two for PCs powered by x86 processors and one for ARM-based tablets, called Windows RT.

The "PC versions" are divided into "Windows 8" and "Windows 8 Pro," a simplified structure that harkens back to the Windows XP days of two versions, Home and Professional. In contrast, Windows Vista and Windows 7 came in six editions: Home Basic, Starter Edition, Home Premium, Professional, Enterprise and Ultimate.

Windows 8, put simply, will be the version for consumers, taking the place of Windows 7 Home Premium. Windows 8 Pro -- comparable to Windows 7 Professional or Enterprise -- includes encryption, virtualization, PC management and domain connectivity features. This will be the version for tech enthusiasts and IT professionals.

http://www.itworld.com/windows/276662/windows-8-pro-features-it-pros-need-know-about

 

[satrow]

Hmm.

Windows 8 Pro -- comparable to Windows 7 Professional or Enterprise -- includes encryption, virtualization, PC management and domain connectivity features.

When you come across further links that relate to details of the "PC management" element of W8Pro (and the greater level of "PC management" in the restricted access Enterprise edition), could you update this for noobs like me? Currently it kinda reads like if I install any publicly retailed version of W8, I won't have full control over my own PC!