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Overview
Ten minibooks in one get you thoroughly caught up on Windows 8.1!
With new improvements and changes, Windows 8.1 offers a refreshed user interface, better integration between the new and traditional Windows interfaces, and more. This updated top-selling guide is what you need to get up to speed on everything Windows 8.1. Nine minibooks in one cover such essential topics as navigating the new Start Screen, understanding Windows 8.1 apps, securing Windows 8.1, and much more. Take the guesswork out of Windows 8.1 from day one with this complete, all-in-one resource.
- Helps you get up to speed on the Windows 8.1 operating system, including its Start Screen, which is a feature sure to please traditional Windows users
- Provides top-notch guidance from trusted and well-known Windows expert and author Woody Leonhard
- Covers Windows 8.1 inside and out, including how to customize the Start screen, manage apps, and control privacy
- Delves into core Windows 8.1 apps such as e-mail, people, and SkyDrive
- Shows you how to connect online, add hardware, back up and update, and secure Windows 8.1
Discover new improvements, old favorites, and everything in between with Windows 8.1 All-in-One For Dummies.
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781118820872 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Wiley |
| Publication date: | 11/25/2013 |
| Series: | For Dummies Books |
| Pages: | 1056 |
| Product dimensions: | 7.40(w) x 9.20(h) x 2.00(d) |
About the Author
Woody Leonhard is an award-winning technology author and columnist with over two decades of experience covering Microsoft Windows. He's currently a Senior Editor for the Windows Secrets newsletter and a frequent contributor to InfoWorld.
Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Book I: Starting Windows 8.1 9
Chapter 1: Windows 8.1 4 N00bs 11
Chapter 2: Windows 8.1 for the Experienced 41
Chapter 3: Which Version? 57
Chapter 4: Upgrades and Clean Installs 65
Book II: Personalizing Windows 8.1 83
Chapter 1: Getting Around Windows 8.1 85
Chapter 2: Changing the Lock and Logon Screens 103
Chapter 3: Working with Charms and Notifi cations 115
Chapter 4: Controlling Users 129
Chapter 5: Microsoft Account: To Sync or Not to Sync? 147
Chapter 6: Privacy Control 159
Book III: Navigating the Start Screen 171
Chapter 1: Controlling the Start Screen 173
Chapter 2: Searching in and with the Start Screen 197
Chapter 3: Sharing Among Tiled Apps 209
Chapter 4: Settings, Settings, More Settings, and Devices 219
Chapter 5: Taking Control of the Windows Store 229
Book IV: Maximizing Tiled Windows 8.1 Apps 241
Chapter 1: Running Metro Internet Explorer 243
Chapter 2: Using Metro Mail, People, and Calendar Apps 259
Chapter 3: The Windows 8.1 Photos App 287
Chapter 4: Xbox Music and Video 301
Book V: Connecting Online with Tiled Apps 315
Chapter 1: Using SkyDrive in Windows 8.1 317
Chapter 2: Using Skype in Windows 8.1 335
Chapter 3: Getting Started with Facebook 349
Chapter 4: Getting Started with Twitter 365
Chapter 5: Bing News, Finance, Travel, Sports, Fitness, and Food 377
Chapter 6: Games, Games, and Games 401
Book VI: Working on the Desktop 413
Chapter 1: Running the Desktop from Start to Finish 415
Chapter 2: Personalizing the Desktop 447
Chapter 3: Metro Mods for Desktop Users 471
Chapter 4: Maintaining Your System 489
Chapter 5: Using Windows (Live) Essentials 505
Chapter 6: Choosing and Using a Desktop Web Browser 533
Chapter 7: Music on the Desktop 573
Book VII: Controlling Your System 611
Chapter 1: Controlling Control Panel 613
Chapter 2: Troubleshooting and Getting Help 635
Chapter 3: Working with Libraries 661
Chapter 4: Storing in Storage Spaces 673
Chapter 5: Getting the Most from HomeGroups 681
Chapter 6: Running the Built-In Desktop Applications 701
Chapter 7: Working with Printers 713
Book VIII: Maintaining Windows 8.1 727
Chapter 1: File History, Backup, Data Restore, and Sync 729
Chapter 2: A Fresh Start: Restore and Reset 745
Chapter 3: Using and Avoiding Windows Update 761
Chapter 4: Monitoring Windows 783
Chapter 5: Using System Tools 801
Book IX: Securing Windows 8.1 819
Chapter 1: Spies, Spams, Scams — They’re Out to Get You 821
Chapter 2: Fighting Viri and Scum 853
Chapter 3: Running Built-In Security Programs 867
Chapter 4: Top Security Helpers 889
Book X: Enhancing Windows 8.1 903
Chapter 1: Using Your iPad and iPhone with Windows 8.1 905
Chapter 2: Kindle, Android, and Windows 8.1 925
Chapter 3: Getting Started with Gmail, Google Apps, and Drive 939
Chapter 4: Using Hotmail and Outlook.com 955
Chapter 5: Best Free Windows Add-Ons 967
Index 979