Windows 8.1 all-in-one for dummies - Woody Leonhard

10 books in 1

• Starting Windows 8.1


• Personalizing Windows 8.1


• Navigating the Start Screen


• Maximizing Tiled Windows 8.1 Apps


• Connecting Online with Tiled Apps


• Working on the Desktop


• Controlling Your System


• Maintaining Windows 8.1


• Securing Windows 8.1


• Enhancing Windows 8.1

Everything you wanted to know about Windows 8.1 in one convenient reference guide

Windows 8.1 introduces features and updates designed to make Windows work better. This All-in-One guide explains the vast number of features built into Windows 8.1 and offers insight on how to make them work for you. Find advice on using the tiled Start screen, the traditional desktop, touchscreen capabilities, and dozens of built-in apps.

• The screen of tomorrow
  tour the futuristic tiled Start screen and understand all its features and settings


• Make it yours
  get the lock screen and logons working, sync your settings with the cloud, and maintain your privacy


• App-happy
  explore the tiled apps for SkyDrive, Facebook, financial sites, news, games, and more


• Your friendly desktop
  discover where to find the classic Windows interface and how to get there quickly from the Start screen


• Take control
  explore Control Panel features and learn how to make Windows 8.1 look and work the way you want


• Safe and sound
  master Windows maintenance and learn to protect your system from threats


• What they dont want you to know
  see how your PC can make friends with iPhones, Android tablets, Google Docs, and more

Open the book and find:

• How to upgrade to Windows 8.1


• How to search for apps, files, or websites


• How to boot your computer directly to the desktop


• Tips on setting up multiple e-mail accounts


• How to bring your Facebook friends into your People list


• Help you wont get from Windows Help


• Free apps and add-ons that enhance performance


• Advice on improving Windows 8.1 security and privacy