Windows 8.1 can be deployed to Windows 8 computers using a software distribution tool such as System Center Configuration Manager (run setup.exe /auto:upgrade).

How do you install Windows 8.1? With PCWorld's help, of course. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the process, no matter which OS you upgrade from.

If you're currently running Windows 7 and want to upgrade to Windows 8.1, the process is relatively easy using Microsoft's Upgrade Assistant utility. However, there are a few things you need to ...

How to Reinstall Windows 8.1 on a Surface Pro. As you install and remove apps from your Surface Pro, the device may begin to lag and run slowly.

Microsoft is hoping to have all of its users migrate to Windows 8.1, the latest version of its Windows operating system. Microsoft routinely retires older versions of its Windows operating system.

The Windows 10 download then kicks off. Make sure the edition of Windows 10 that you want to install matches the one for Windows 8.1.

Microsoft is completely invested in Windows 8, and it’s been busy over the last twelve months, but making Windows 8.1 into something easier and more familiar is no small task.

The Windows 10 download then kicks off. Make sure the edition of Windows 10 that you want to install matches the one for Windows 8.1.