Let’s focus on what is the same, and believe it or not, there is much that is the same or, at least, very similar.
1. The Windows™ menu bar:
This is a source of confusion for many people who are new to OS X (and previous versions of the Apple OS, as well). In Windows, each separate window usually has its own menu, like so:
In OS X, like previous Apple OSs the menu is anchored to the top of the screen, looking like this:
What does it mean to you? Well, once you get used to it, you recognize that it has several advantages. For example, if you tend to have many windows open at once, you will value the space because the windows are naturally smaller, without the extra “dead” space at the top. In other instances, it is helpful when navigating menus. Here is an example. In OS X, whereever the window is located, the preferences for that application are always at the top left part of the screen, you don’t have to aim. With Windows applications, the location is relative to the windows position, and you may overshoot the window. So as you see, it is possible for the act to take longer.
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