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Apr. 22, 2009 Paul Thurrott | Paul Thurrott's Supersite for Windows

With Windows 7 barreling towards its last major pre-release milestone, Release Candidate (RC), and ready for a Q3 2009 RTM (release to manufacturing), it's obviously time to turn our attention to Windows 8. Yes, Virginia, there will be a Windows 8, despite the weird, droning opinions out there that's there's nothing left to do on the PC client. (You must be spending too much time wondering why Apple can't release its not-upgrade, Snow Leopard, in a reasonable amount of time, or for free.)

We've known that there'd be a Windows 8 for some time, of course. But this week's mention of Windows 8, explicitly, by Windows user experience guru Julie Larson-Green, has touched off some attempts to figure out what might be going on with this next-next Windows version.

Mary Jo Foley offers up the following, and it's been parroted on virtually every Windows blog on earth, so I better hurry up and post this:

Microsoft is starting to hire developers specifically for Windows 8 ... A Microsoft job posting from April 14 seeks someone to help with the next generation of the Distributed File System Replication (DFSR) storage technology inside the next version of Windows.

That's server technology, so we can assume this is for Windows 8 Server, the major release follow-up to Windows Server 2008 R2, due late this year.

There’s another Windows 8 job posting from April 16 that [also] focuses on Windows 8 Server (a k a Windows Server 2011 or whatever it ends up being called). It’s for another job focused on the Windows file system.

Put simply, we don't really know anything about Windows 8 yet (i.e. the client version of Windows 8). But it's always fun to speculate. :)

Related: Windows 8 job posting 1 | Windows 8 job posting 2

Discuss this Article 42

danieldecker
on Apr 22, 2009
OMG Paul! Jesus effin' Christ man, can't you leave Apple alone for one stinking post? They are not behind on 10.6, they are still well within the loosely stated timeframe of "about a year" from last years WWDC. There has been NO pricing information given, and it most certainly will be an upgrade. You take the cake, dude, really. What a douche bag thing to say.
notawindowsuser
on Apr 22, 2009
WTF "(You must be spending too much time wondering why Apple can't release its not-upgrade, Snow Leopard, in a reasonable amount of time, or for free.)" Why do you need this bit Paul? All it does is take away from you and the rest of the post, you truly are a Microsoft fangirl.
anonymous
on Apr 22, 2009
BEGINTRANSMIT Enough with idle speculation. This conversation has been halted, by order of the Galactic Council! Instead, we will discuss the topic of your carbon-entity Waethorn, and his refusal to leave the underground dwelling of his mother. Recently she has applied on his behalf to the processed-nutrient manufacturer you refer to as "Arby's," and we are happy to report that they are interested in acquiring his talents in a bulk-frying capacity! Waethorn, we implore you to accept this opportunity. We do not sell you into slavery to the Arby's Corporation lightly. Perhaps this measure will help build character, remove you from both the basement and internet chatrooms, and give you the much-needed cash to start your own domestic abode. Please, my adopted son, accept this position! You listen in on your mother and I performing the mating ritual, and it creeps the symbiont parasites out of us. You leave peanut butter in the jelly jar. You leave anti-Apple graffiti on the walls.How can we properly raise our new Starbaby with such domestic tension abound? As Yzwutheius the Truthspeaker said when disintegrating the worlds of Xarn, "sometimes you just gotta do it." It is time to move out and become a cog in the primitive economic market society that drives your planet in fits and starts towards the distant goal of singularity. And that path begins with an Arby's nametag. ENDTRANSMIT
lotsamystuff
on Apr 22, 2009
You really are a tool, Thurrott. You're the one that called Vista a "minor upgrade", and you were right. It's Vista 2.5. Not that there's anything wrong with that; certainly Microsoft could use the refresh after all the bad publicity surrounding the PR disaster that is Vista. And Apple's next update will be minor as well—as Apple has already indicated. The thing is, one has NOTHING to do with the other. But you just can't stop yourself from inserting another smart-a$$ Apple comment in nearly every post, can you? Your obsession is almost pathological. Seriously, dude, seek some professional help before it's too late. "danieldecker" was wrong in comparing your comments to a douche bag, though. Doing so is an insult to the douche bag.
danieldecker
on Apr 22, 2009
I like T'Plak.
SandmanX82
on Apr 22, 2009
@lotsa "But you just can't stop yourself from inserting another smart-a$$ Apple comment in nearly every post, can you? Your obsession is almost pathological. Seriously, dude, seek some professional help before it's too late." Take a look in the mirror. Who are the people that get incredibly worked up over things a "tool" writes on his blog...
bond07
on Apr 22, 2009
I actually enjoy a lot Paul's punches at Apple and the mac fanatics. It's refreshing from what's out there. Like this: http://i.gizmodo.com/5220277/cnbc-is-ridiculous-macs-come-with-photoshop...
JonnyRocks
on Apr 22, 2009
I still am trying to decide why peopleare confused by the site name: winsupersite, Paul's super Site for Windows. I just want to say it one more time, Windows.
lotsamystuff
on Apr 22, 2009
"Take a look in the mirror. Who are the people that get incredibly worked up over things a "tool" writes on his blog..." I definitely should have just kept swimming past his bait, but honestly...the man is obsessed. It's as sad as it is funny to watch.
chuckb84
on Apr 22, 2009
"(You must be spending too much time wondering why Apple can't release its not-upgrade, Snow Leopard, in a reasonable amount of time, or for free.)" No, I was thinking that it's good they're working on the next Vista SP (which they call Windows 8) now that they're nearing completion of the current Vista SP (called Windows 7). Odd that Microsoft charges so much for these service packs and gives them such weird names.
WebGuy3000
on Apr 22, 2009
Oh relax guys. Let's face it - this is an entirely content-free post: "NEWS FLASH: Microsoft will NOT stop developing Windows after 2009. Stay tuned for details!" So he throws in a little gratuitous dig at Apple to fan the flames a little and get the comments flowing. And you guys take the bait. Every time. And then the usual suspects get to jump in and call you "crazed" and "hysterical." It's all a bit predictable, really.
slimshadey
on Apr 22, 2009
"Why do you need this bit Paul?" Recession. His Vista books are not doing well. So he wants to make money off of clicks.
DRWAM
on Apr 22, 2009
Actually, being married with children, some days I'd rather be living with my mother.
Waethorn
on Apr 22, 2009
Wow, you guys are about as thin-skinned as Jobs after a radiation treatment. This site has sunken to a new low, and it's not because of Paul's posts.
Dipsh t Admin
on Apr 22, 2009
stevejobs, I thought you had an SL? And while the comment was gratuitous, as I've said multiple times, and as WebGuy just said, you guys all take the bait, each and every time, providing him more incentive to continue doing it, and proving time and time again his own feelings that he expressed in his thin-skinned Mac fans post. So while Paul has been known to fly off the handle many times, you guys need to look at your own behavior as well, it is as WebGuy says, utterly predictable.
stevejobs
on Apr 22, 2009
Dipsh, you're right. My response was predictable and cloying. I'm going to now take advantage of this crossroads to do something no one expected. I'm growing one of them curly mustaches, the ones you have to wax. I'm going to bring them back. Even the Mac OS smiley logo will sport a handlebar mustache. It's going to be big. Handlebar mustaches are the new black.
treeorc
on Apr 22, 2009
It's always amusing to watch Microsoft worshippers spar with Apple fan boys. Hey, and Linux geeks get into the mix now and then too which really pumps up the entertainment factor. But this is a blog so these subjective judgments are just fine and part of the territory. What really bugs me is when a journalist reporting on Apple, Microsoft, Open Source systems, and others can not help but take non productive pot shots at the "other" company. In other words, the company that produces a product that they have decided they do not like. It is non productive and poor journalism. Thus, the Mac observer, the Supersite, and Linux fans might want to consider objective and productive reporting instead of personal opinion. But again, this is a blog and sometimes we all need this kind of immature banter. Keeps the blood running hot anyway...
RunTimeError
on Apr 22, 2009
I'm really digging these new trolls :)
DrGreg
on Apr 22, 2009
"Bonchsdad," tell me about your mother.
techfan
on Apr 22, 2009
Why is that this blog seems to always derail into something unrelated to the original topic? I remember when Paul opened this blog, the convos were always on-topic and insightful but now... Oh, and why is Paul so obsessed with this "Virginia" broad??
anonymous
on Apr 22, 2009
Mmm, a padded room... so many possibilities! Especially if I got to share it with a troupe of circus acrobats.
Waethorn
on Apr 22, 2009
@RTE: Don't encourage them. @techfan: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yes,_Virginia,_there_is_a_Santa_Claus
anonymous
on Apr 22, 2009
Hi, I'm Gus Caruthers, assistant manager at Arby's. Waethorn, I'm disappointed that you didn't show up for your interview this morning. Your mom tells me you're a good kid, a bit misguided and shy, but decent and hard-working Look, it may not be glamorous, but we have a lot to offer. Paid time off, benefits, and an excellent opportunity for advancement. Just eight years ago I was working the fry vat myself, and now I pull in over $14k Canadian each year! You could be me someday! Come on down and check us out. Yep, I'm thinkin' Arby's!
Waethorn
on Apr 22, 2009
@Paul: You just lost this post to the unintelligible trolls.
tayme
on Apr 22, 2009
Cripes...this is nuts...Paul, time for some control here. Your blog has been hijacked and muted by these trolls. Many of us, even though we have debated in the past, come here for intelligent conversation and discussion. Good luck getting control back. --tayme
anonymous
on Apr 22, 2009
Sigh. Live and learn, kid. This whole white-box sales thing you've got going on in your mom's basement may seem good enough for now, but you need to think about your future! The processed faux-roast beef market is set to take off over the next few years, and this is your chance to get in on the ground floor! I was once like you. I was bitter and jaded- your typical emo teen. My life lacked purpose and meaning. So I shipped off to fight in the first Gulf War, and came back missing my testes. I was alone and adrift in the world, until I signed up at Arby's. Now I'm pulling in five figures, and drive a used '94 Saturn with much of its original paint. Take a moment and at least consider my offer, Waethorn. It's a future of positive career-enhancing experience that might let you earn enough to move out on your own, or a life of crime, starting knife-fights with other kids for wearing different-colored jackets. What's it going to be? If you need me, I'll be at the drive-thru window. Ready to take your life's order.
techfan
on Apr 22, 2009
@Waethorn: Thanks for the Wikipedia link! I see. I was wondering why Paul kept mentioning "Virignia." I didn't know there was a story behind it.
Ocean
on Apr 22, 2009
I love T'Plak
scubadog40
on Apr 22, 2009
Hey danieldicker what is your problem? You a Apple FanGirl? After having to watch all of Apples Commercials on Tv glad to hear someone talk bad about Apple. Apple sucks!!! I looked at there laptop back this pass Nov. and they have nothing on windows laptops. No Hdmi or esata port. Suck ass videocard. Whats up with that? Hey if you don't like what Paul says don't read his Blog.
techfan
on Apr 22, 2009
@Paul; @Waethorn; @tayme: Yep. This post is in line for first place to cake the derailment cake.
bonchsdad
on Apr 22, 2009
Son you can make up as many freinds as you want today but when you get home your gonna get the stupid beat out of you with my belt.
anonymous
on Apr 22, 2009
Ooh, kinky! At least the stupid can be beaten out of us. It seems you're genetically predisposed to be this way. By the way, Waethorn, can you try to make a little less noise "building computers" downstairs? For the life of me, I can't figure out why you have to moan so much doing it.
anonymous
on Apr 22, 2009
Look, I'd just like to know which of you punks stopped up the toilets at Arby's today. It took poor Casey a half hour to unclog them and then he had to clean up the mess. Meanwhile, our customers had to go over to the Tim Horton's across the street. Please, people. I don't care what type of computer you use, I have a business to run. Waethorn, tell your little friends to take their horseplay somewhere else.
johnbaxter
on Apr 22, 2009
Remarkable lack of content here. Which means I can sneak in a prediction that no one will see: Windows 8 will report Windows Version 7.2
planetarian
on Apr 22, 2009
holy... okay, this is seriously ridiculous.
Angel Of Death
on Apr 22, 2009
Meeeooooww! Catfight - again! Speaking of which. I saw to cats getting it on today by the parking lot (that time of year). The she-cat was screaming real bad. Didn't really want in on it I s'pose. My kids (4 and 6) watched in horror, thinking that the cat on top was killing the other one. Didn't know how break the news so I remained silent. Also didn't want the kids to connect the angusihed cat scream with any sounds they might hear their mother make if they caught us at an appropriate occasion. That's about as relevant to this thread as all other posts. This is LunarStorm level (Swedish social site where young teens harass each other, I guess you have the equivalent.) You guys are really hilarious.
treeorc
on Apr 22, 2009
@ AoD, whew......thanks!
slimshadey
on Apr 22, 2009
I love these posts. Moving this blog from junk to garbage.
slimshadey
on Apr 22, 2009
http://news.cnet.com/8301-13579_3-10225194-37.html?tag=newsLeadStoriesAr... Wow looks like the recession is killing Apple, or NOT. Maybe its all that tax revenue they took in?
robertsjoe
on Apr 22, 2009
Windows 8 is actually going to be Window 6.2.
shark47
on Apr 22, 2009
Wow! Just too much silliness going on here.
animositysomina
on Apr 22, 2009
Who's bonch?

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