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What are the differences between Microsoft Windows 8 and Microsoft Windows 8 RT?

Microsoft Windows 8 RT has multiple differences compared to standard versions of Microsoft Windows 8.  Following are the primary differences found in Windows 8 RT:
  1. Windows 8 RT can only run applications developed using Windows Runtime (WinRT) also called Modern UI Apps or Windows Store Apps.  Windows Runtime is an application architecture for programmers which runs on all versions of Windows 8.  All Windows software released prior to the introduction of Windows Runtime (2011) will not execute on a device running Windows 8 RT.  Applications must be specifically designed for the Modern UI using the Windows Runtime environment in order to execute.
  2. Device is powered by an ARM or WOA Processor rather than an x86/x64 Processor.
  3. Device includes a fully working version of Microsoft Office.
  4. Windows 8 RT cannot be joined to a Windows Domain/Active Directory nor utilize Group Policy.
  5. Windows Media Player, BitLocker, Device Encryption, Storage Spaces, Client Hyper-V are absent.
  6. Remote Desktop can only run in Client Mode.
  7. System cannot boot from VHD.
  8. Primarily uses "in-box" drivers for printers and other peripherals.
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