Seven things to consider in a Windows tablet Windows RT will be different in some ways from Windows 8 By Agam Shah | IDG News Service | Published 14:57, 22 October 12 On October 26, when Microsoft is set to stage a release party in New York City, consumers may have to choose between a tablet with Windows 8 or Windows RT. The operating systems look and feel the same, but devices will differ on performance, price, battery life, usage and application support. Windows RT is Microsoft's first OS for ARM processors, which are found in Apple's iPad and most Android tablets. Analysts say RT is targeted at consumers and will attract a new generation of users with little ties to PCs, much like the iPad. The OS will come pre-installed on tablets and differ in some ways from Windows 8, which is considered a successor to previous Windows operating systems. Windows 8 tablets in the enterprise - Pros and cons Windows 8 may conquer previous tablet limitations with larger screens, access to the full Office suite, more controlled security features and compatibility with legacy apps ,but research firm Gartner says there are also drawbacks &gt;&gt; A look at the latest news, features, slideshows and blogs about Microsoft's Windows 8 tablet. "People should play with them in the store to see if the device is right for them," said Dean McCarron, principal analyst at Mercury Research. "We have a new device class, a new architecture, and people need to figure