Author(s): Marty Matthews

Business, Economics, Finance

The full-color, step-by-step guide that makes it easy to get up and running with Windows 8 Windows 8 QuickSteps offers a simple, illustrated introduction to the new operating environment. Featuring full-color screenshots and step-by-step instructions, the book walks you through all the exciting changes and new features and functions of the world's most popular operating system. You'll quickly feel at ease navigating and using the totally new Start screen, Metro-Style user interface, and Windows Task Manager. Tips and shortcuts instruct you on how to control Windows using both touch-screen and traditional mouse-and-keyboard inputs, and other tips to save time and trouble. The unique, oblong layout of the QuickSteps series mimics your computer screen, displays graphics and explanations side by side, and lays flat so you can easily refer to the book while working on your computer.
Step-by-step tutorials and quick-reference information are provided with full-color graphics and two-column layouts throughout Focuses on accomplishing practical, everyday tasks with a minimum of extra details Special emphasis given to the touchscreen interface Full-color, step-by-step coverage: Customizing Windows 8; Accessing Information; Using the Internet; Managing Windows 8; Working with Documents and Pictures; Enjoying Multimedia; Controlling Security; Networking