Price Increase on Windows 8

If you're interested in picking up a license for Windows 8 now's the time to do it. Microsoft has announced an increase of $160 that will take effect on February 1st. The retail price will jump from $40 to $200. Here's the breakdown:

• The Windows 8 Pro upgrade edition will be available online and at retail for $199.99 
• The Windows 8 upgrade edition will be available online and at retail for $119.99 MSRP 
• The Windows 8 Pro Pack will cost $99.99
• The Windows 8 Media Center Pack will cost $9.99