Windows RT is not compatible with Windows 8

So why does MSD force W8 users to run Metro?

http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9228202/FAQ_All_about_Windows_RT_the_OS_behind_a_Microsoft_tablet?source=CTWNLE_nlt_pm_2012-06-18
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The linked article described in detail what many have known.  Windows RT, which is designed for tablets is not Windows 8 compatible.  It runs only on ARM processors and cannot run any software written exclusively for Windows 8 or any earlier version of Windows.

So please someone explain, why they force desktop users to run Metro?  It would make some sense for them technically if RT & 8 were code compatible so they'd only had to support one OS.  But they are distinct and there is zero reason to have forced Metro on Windows 8 users.  

Whether they can succeed in breaking the tablet market is one question.  Whether they have launched another ME or Vista for desktops is another.

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Whether they have launched another ME or Vista for desktops is another.

 

Oh believe me, they have!