Windows 10 unveiled - Microsoft ushers in the next era of Windows by skipping 9

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Touch with Windows 10

Though Windows power users were a focus of Microsoft's event, the company also addressed the touch-oriented crowd it tried to attract with Windows 8. The Charms bar isn't going away in Windows 10, though Belfiore said he expects it to change over time.

Swiping to the left on a touch-enabled Windows 10 device will pull up task view, complete with larger buttons for a more finger-friendly experience. Swiping to the right pulls up the settings menu.

Windows 10

Use Windows 10 across devices

A new design feature called Continuum lets the Windows 10 UI change depending on what device someone is using. Clicking away on a mouse and keyboard? Windows 10 will run in classic desktop mode. Jump to a tablet or a 2-in-1, and you're in tablet mode.The idea behind Continuum seems to be a consistent yet device-optimized design to give users the best Windows 10 experience, no matter what they're using.

Expect to hear more on Windows 10, particular its Universal apps, during the Build 2015 conference.

Windows 9 ... er 10 ... for enterprise

The event was billed as an enterprise-focused affair, and Myerson gave plenty of service to the business side of Windows 10.

According to Microsoft, Windows 10 offers a modern management platform that provides familiar, compatible and productive service.

Enterprises will get a chance to try an early version of Windows 10 before anyone else. The new OS will be able to run all of Microsoft's legacy Windows enterprise apps.

IT managers will be able to create customized internal app stores for employees to access, offering a curated store that can include a choice of Store apps in addition to company-owned apps.

Managing Windows 10 should be a streamlined breeze as it will be accessible on phones, tablets, PCs and more. Additionall, Windows 10 delivers one security model and one deployment and management approach because the convergence Microsoft has made a priority in its OS delivery.

Michelle Fitzsimmons

Michelle was previously a news editor at TechRadar, leading consumer tech news and reviews. Michelle is now a Content Strategist at Facebook.  A versatile, highly effective content writer and skilled editor with a keen eye for detail, Michelle is a collaborative problem solver and covered everything from smartwatches and microprocessors to VR and self-driving cars.