Microsoft announced today that their new Windows 8 (aka Metro) operating system preview is now available for download.

Windows 8 will run on Intel x86 systems plus will also run on new mobile devices that are built on the System on a Chip (SoC) architecture. The Consumer Preview includes not only the new metro interface, but also a series of apps, for Mail, Calendar, People, SkyDrive, photos, and PDF. Also included is the Windows Store, where all apps will be free during the preview period.

Feeling brave? Download the consumer preview now at:
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/w...nsumer-preview