Build 9200 of Windows 8 in new Dell laptops

I bought a Dell Inspiron 11 3000 for strictly offline use. I was hoping it would come with Windows 8.1, but it is only build 9200 of Windows 8. Does that mean it is the original Windows 8 from one year ago? I am surprised Dell wouldn't include any updates from the course of a year.

 

Win8.1 is not released yet until a few more days, why would dell sell laptops with 8.1 included if its not released?

 

There is no upgrade to 8.1, as far as I know, unless I am willing to connect it to the internet and get a Microsoft account.

 

Is that a hardship for you?

 

I don't want to complain about getting free advice from strangers on the internet. But with all due respect, my question was really not about Windows 8.1. I am only trying to figure out what software I already have. That's the purpose of this thread and any suggestions about getting that answer are appreciated.

Does "build 9200" necessarily mean one year old?

 

From the wiki on Windows 8:

[On August 1, 2012, Windows 8 (build 9200) was released to manufacturing with the build number 6.2.9200.16384.]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_8

 

Yes, it necessarily mean 1 years old...

 

Of all updates released by Microsoft over the course of the year, is there any easy way to find out which ones were included by Dell?

 

Control Panel --> Uninstall or change a program. On the left column you should see "view installed updates". Push there and see...
For a more fancy way see here: http://forum.thewindowsclub.com/win...d-out-installed-updates-your-windows-8-a.html

 

I find it easier to think when I'm not feeling wronged, cheated, put upon, etc. Just saying.

 

Thank you.. you're welcome...
Oh well.... users are not anymore like in the old days

 

You do not need to create a microsoft account. I have upgraded a computer at work to 8.1 using a domain account. what are you going to use the laptop for?
Most things require the internet these days.

 

No need for a Microsoft account. Just use your usual Local Account.

 

Thank you all for the tips.

Was I wrong? I thought you had to get it from the Store which requires an account. It's an offline-only computer anyway for OpenOffice and that sort of thing.