Become familiar with Windows 8. Whether you're already using a Windows 8 device or just wondering what's new, we've got the manual for you: "Getting Started: Your Guide to Windows 8". From author Christian Cawley, this guide outlines everything new about Windows 8, from the tablet-like start screen to the new "app" concept to the familiar desktop mode.
Whichever device you end up running Windows 8 on, you'll need to know a few things. First, how are you going to get the data from your current operating system to the new one? Second, you'll probably be wondering where the famous Microsoft desktop has gone. Finally, you might be wondering just what is going on: why did Microsoft discard the Start menu, and why does its replacement look like it was designed for children?
Our manual teaches you how to get the most out of Windows 8. It doesn't matter if you're already using Windows 8 or merely wondering whether you should; this manual breaks down the features in a way anyone can understand. Download it today.
This manual teaches you:
How to use the new Windows 8 user interface, occasionally known as "Metro".
Navigating using your mouse, keyboard or fingers.
Launching, installing and using "apps".
Playing your media in Windows 8
Navigating the Windows 8 store
Connecting Windows 8 to your email, contacts and cloud services
Tweaking your Windows 8 device
Understanding Windows 8 security
Using the Desktop Mode to run legacy Windows software
Advanced Windows 8 settings, and where to find them
Troubleshooting Windows 8
How to install Windows 8 without losing your data
Whichever device you end up running Windows 8 on, you'll need to know a few things. First, how are you going to get the data from your current operating system to the new one? Second, you'll probably be wondering where the famous Microsoft desktop has gone. Finally, you might be wondering just what is going on: why did Microsoft discard the Start menu, and why does its replacement look like it was designed for children?
Our manual teaches you how to get the most out of Windows 8. It doesn't matter if you're already using Windows 8 or merely wondering whether you should; this manual breaks down the features in a way anyone can understand. Download it today.
This manual teaches you:
How to use the new Windows 8 user interface, occasionally known as "Metro".
Navigating using your mouse, keyboard or fingers.
Launching, installing and using "apps".
Playing your media in Windows 8
Navigating the Windows 8 store
Connecting Windows 8 to your email, contacts and cloud services
Tweaking your Windows 8 device
Understanding Windows 8 security
Using the Desktop Mode to run legacy Windows software
Advanced Windows 8 settings, and where to find them
Troubleshooting Windows 8
How to install Windows 8 without losing your data
