Microsoft launched the Windows 8 consumer preview yesterday to cheers (and jeers) from critics and fans alike.

Microsoft was in Barcelona yesterday talking up the Windows 8 consumer preview. Here’s a short demonstration of Windows 8 for you to enjoy:

If you’re feeling up for watching 90 minutes of Windows action, Engadget has graciously provided a video of the entire Windows 8 preview event.

Are you impressed with what Microsoft has shown so far with Windows 8? Are you still skeptical? Let us know in the comments.