Windows 8 generates better graphics than Windows 7?

[firstrig]

So, I was reading this article http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/buying-advice/windows/3466588/windows-7-or-8-which-is-best-for-gaming/ which says

"If you’re interested in the technical differences, Windows 7 has only partial support for Direct3D 11.1, which is part of DirectX. Windows 8 has full support.

However, while it’s possible that game developers will use some features that aren’t supported in Windows 7, it’s very unlikely that you’ll notice the difference. The game will still run in Windows 7, but the graphics quality might be slightly reduced."

What should we make of this claim?

 

[nukemaster]

Microsoft always wants to ensure users are buying the latest OS so they tend to do this.

I am sure it will be a while before game developers start to make any real use of these extra features. Hell you still see lots of DX9 games kicking around.