Windows 8 in Easy Steps : Straight to the Point

Name: Windows 8 in Easy Steps : Straight to the Point
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In Easy Steps

By: Nick Vandome

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Paperback | 20 December 2012

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Windows 8 is probably the most revolutionary version yet of the popular operating system from Microsoft. With a brand-new interface, new ways of getting around and accessing items and new possibilities for mobile devices, Windows 8 really does take the computing experience to the next level. But with Windows 8 In Easy Steps you need not worry about being left behind as the book shows you everything you need to know to get up to speed with Windows 8.

It begins by showing you how to get started with Windows 8 and how to get to grips with the new Metro interface. It deals with the basics (everything you could do from the Start screen in previous versions), accessing items, arranging your screen and using additional controls that are available from the sides of the screen. Much of the functionality of Windows 8 is aimed at touchscreen devices, whether they are desktop computers, laptops or tablets. This is dealt with in depth, as well as showing how everything can still be done with a traditional mouse and keyboard.

Windows 8 in easy steps offers a swift and smooth transition. It's useful for newbies and for those upgrading from earlier versions.

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Introduction Windows 8	p. 7
What is Windows?	p. 8
About Windows 8	p. 9
Windows 8 Interface	p. 10
Navigating Windows 8	p. 12
PC Requirements	p. 16
32-Bit versus 64-Bit	p. 17
Installing Windows 8	p. 18
Getting Started	p. 19
Using a Microsoft Account	p. 20
Sign-in Options	p. 22
Adding Users	p. 24
The Start Screen	p. 26
Around the Start Screen	p. 28
Charms	p. 30
Default Settings	p. 34
Personalize Settings	p. 36
Organizing the Start Screen	p. 46
Naming Groups	p. 50
Snapping	p. 51
The Desktop	p. 52
The Control Panel	p. 53
Security Options	p. 54
Help and Support Center	p. 55
Adding Devices	p. 56
Turning Off	p. 58
Switching Users	p. 60
Working with Apps	p. 61
Starting with Apps	p. 62
Windows 8 Apps	p. 64
Using Windows 8 Apps	p. 66
Viewing All Apps	p. 67
Closing Windows 8 Apps	p. 68
Searching for Apps	p. 69
Pin to Start Screen	p. 70
Pin to Taskbar	p. 71
Using the Windows Store	p. 72
Buying Apps	p. 75
Viewing Your Apps	p. 76
Using Live Tiles	p. 77
Apps on the Desktop	p. 78
Install and Uninstall	p. 80
Task Manager	p. 82
Resource Monitor	p. 84
Basic Controls	p. 85
Menus	p. 86
Dialog Boxes	p. 87
Structure of a Window	p. 88
Moving a Window	p. 89
Restoring a Window	p. 90
Resizing a Window	p. 91
Arranging Windows	p. 92
Aero Snaps	p. 94
Switching Windows	p. 96
Arranging Icons	p. 97
Closing a Window	p. 98
Customizing Windows	p. 99
Personalize Your Desktop	p. 100
Change Color and Sound	p. 102
Screen Saver	p. 104
Desktop Icons	p. 105
Screen Resolution	p. 106
Display Settings	p. 107
Ease of Access Center	p. 108
Date and Time Functions	p. 110
File Explorer	p. 111
Opening File Explorer	p. 112
The Taskbar	p. 113
Libraries	p. 114
Scenic Ribbon	p. 115
Computer Folder	p. 117
Exploring Drives	p. 118
Address Bar	p. 120
Navigation Panes	p. 122
Changing Views	p. 124
Sorting	p. 125
Filtering	p. 126
Grouping	p. 127
Folder Options	p. 128
Managing Files & Folders	p. 129
Select Files and Folders	p. 130
Copy or Move Files or Folders	p. 132
File Conflicts	p. 136
Open Files	p. 137
Delete Files and Folders	p. 138
The Recycle Bin	p. 139
Create a File or Folder	p. 142
Rename a File or Folder	p. 143
Backtrack File Operations	p. 144
File Properties	p. 145
Search for Files and Folders	p. 146
Compressed Folders	p. 147
Fonts Folder	p. 49
Character Map	p. 150
Digital Lifestyle	p. 151
Importing Photos	p. 152
Viewing Photos	p. 154
Photo Options	p. 158
Using Online Services	p. 159
Playing Music	p. 160
Copying Music	p. 162
Viewing Videos	p. 163
Playing Games	p. 164
Sharing with SkyDrive	p. 165
Internet Explorer 10	p. 167
Internet Connection	p. 168
IE 10 in Windows 8 Mode	p. 170
Navigating Pages	p. 172
Pinning a Web Page	p. 173
Tabs in Windows 8 Mode	p. 174
IE 10 Windows 8 Settings	p. 175
Sharing in IE 10	p. 176
Printing in IE 10	p. 177
Searching in IE 10	p. 178
Flip Ahead in IE 10	p. 179
IE 10 on the Desktop	p. 180
Bookmark Favorites	p. 182
RSS Feeds	p. 183
History	p. 184
Home Page	p. 185
Tabbed Browsing	p. 186
Zoom	p. 187
Print	p. 188
Keeping in Touch	p. 189
Setting Up Mail	p. 190
Working with Mail	p. 192
Sharing with Mail	p. 194
Searching within Mail	p. 195
Finding People	p. 96
Chatting with Messaging	p. 200
Using the Calendar	p. 202
Networking	p. 205
Network Components	p. 206
Set Up Your Network	p. 207
Internet Connection	p. 208
Discover Networks	p. 210
Network and Sharing Center	p. 211
Join the HomeGroup	p. 212
Sharing Files and Folders	p. 214
Sharing Settings	p. 215
Sharing a Printer	p. 216
View Network Components	p. 217
Network Troubleshooting	p. 218
System and Security	p. 219
System Properties	p. 220
Performance Information	p. 222
Clean Up Your Disk	p. 223
Back Up and Recover Data	p. 225
System Restore	p. 226
Action Center	p. 228
Windows Firewall	p. 229
Malware Protection	p. 230
Windows Update	p. 231
Change Settings	p. 232
Index	p. 233
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