If you’re a PC user chances are that you’re excited about Microsoft’s upcoming operating system, Windows 8, and speaking of which, today we have some fresh news about Windows 8 that we want to share with you.

Just as we are, you are probably waiting for the release of Windows 8, and you’ll be pleased to know that Windows 8 Release Preview is available for free download. Windows 8 Release Preview is available in 14 languages, and according to Microsoft, this is their final pre-release version, and depending on the user’s feedback, the next phase of development will be Release to Manufacturing. This version comes with Internet Explorer 10, but there are also Windows 8 apps for connecting to Hotmail, SkyDrive, and Messenger as well as many others. Speaking of apps, there are hundreds of new apps in the Windows Store.

Windows 8 Release Preview is not the final version, so you’re advised to backup your files before installing it.

[via Ubergizmo]