Windows 8 was released to a mixed critical reception. Although reaction towards <answer>its performance improvements, security enhancements, and improved support for touchscreen devices</answer> was positive, the new user interface of the operating system was widely criticized for being potentially confusing and difficult to learn (especially when used with a keyboard and mouse instead of a touchscreen). Despite these shortcomings, 60 million Windows 8 licenses have been sold through January 2013, a number which included both upgrades and sales to OEMs for new PCs.
What about Windows 8 was well received?
its performance improvements, security enhancements, and improved support for touchscreen devices