Chapter 1 Using Windows 8
Top Tips from This Chapter
The Start Screen Versus the Desktop: What You Need to Know
Starting Windows 8
Finding Your Way Around the New Start Screen
Using the Charms Menu
Using the App Bar
Finding All the Apps in Windows 8
Switching Between Running Apps in Windows 8
Logging Out Of and Locking Windows 8
Using Touch Gestures in Windows 8
Using Windows 8 with a Keyboard and Mouse
Using the On-Screen Keyboard
Shutting Down and Restarting Windows 8
Summary
Chapter 2 Using Email and the Internet
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Getting Online with Windows 8
Getting Quick Access to Your Email
Using the Internet Explorer 10 App
Using Windows Live Mail
Summary
Chapter 3 Sharing Your Files, Photos, Music, and Video
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The Windows 8 Sharing Tool
Sharing with Other People in Your Home
Connecting Windows 8 and Your Xbox 360
Connecting to Other Devices in Your Home
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Chapter 4 Downloading and Using Apps and Programs
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Using the Windows Store
Updating Apps in Windows 8
Organizing App Icons on the Start Screen
Viewing All Your Installed Apps and Programs
Switching Between Running Apps and Programs
Viewing Two Apps Side by Side
Viewing Two Desktop Windows Side by Side
Uninstalling Apps and Programs in Windows 8
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Chapter 5 Watching and Listening to Your Videos and Music
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Watching Your Videos in Windows 8
Playing Your Music in Windows 8
Using Windows Media Player
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Chapter 6 Importing, Viewing, and Editing Your Photographs and Videos
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Importing Photos and Video from Your Digital Camera
Advanced Photo and Video Import Using Windows Photo Gallery
Viewing Your Photos in Windows 8
Editing Your Photos in Windows Photo Gallery
Summary
Chapter 7 Connecting To and Using Extra Hardware with Your Computer
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Attaching and Using a Printer
Setting the Default Printer
Connecting to Network Storage and Devices
Using a Second Screen with Your Computer
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Chapter 8 Using Windows 8 for Work
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Using Microsoft Office in Windows 8
Using the Desktop in Windows 8
Maximizing Battery Life on Your Laptop or Tablet
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Chapter 9 Using Older Software and Programs
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Windows Tablets and Desktop Programs
Installing Desktop Programs in Windows 8
Running Programs on the Windows Desktop
Uninstalling Desktop Programs in Windows 8
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Chapter 10 Keeping You and Your Family Safe
Top Tips from This Chapter
Setting Up Additional Users on Your Computer
Viruses, Malware, and Phishing Explained
Using Windows Defender to Keep Your Computer Safe
Browsing Safely with Internet Explorer 10
Setting Up and Using Family Safety
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Chapter 11 Keeping Your Computer Running Smoothly
Top Tips from This Chapter
How to Keep Your Files Backed Up
Restoring Your Files from a Backup
Restoring Windows 8 from a Backup
Refreshing Windows 8
Creating a Recovery Drive
Using System Restore to Rescue Windows
Maintaining Windows 8
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Chapter 12 More Top Tips for Using Windows 8
Use a Picture Password
Use a Secure Password
Get Extra Information from the Start Screen
Make Sure You Keep Regular Backups
Create a Custom Refresh Image
Using the Calendar and Clocks on the Desktop Taskbar
Choosing the Programs that Open Files
Managing Your Default Sound Devices
Turn It Off and On Again
Summary

Get a real feel for Windows 8 with a wealth of tips in this step-by-step guide. After using Windows 7 or XP, learning Microsoft’s latest operating system takes some adjustment. Never fear. Windows expert Mike Halsey starts with the basics and then takes you through the trickier parts of Microsoft’s latest operating system. You’ll quickly learn how to make the most of Windows 8 for work and entertainment, whether you use a touchscreen tablet, a laptop, or a PC with a keyboard and mouse.

Easily navigate the intuitive Windows 8 interface
Use email and the Internet—and keep your family safe
Share files online or with other devices in your home
Download and use all kinds of of apps and programs
Watch movies and listen to music
Import, view, and edit your own photos and videos
Learn how to use extra hardware and older software
Use expert tips to keep your computer running smoothly
Discover cool stuff that makes computer use really easy