Get a real feel for Windows 8.1 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 8.1 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
Get expert tips to keep your computer running smoothly
Discover cool stuff that makes computer use really easy