Windows 8.1 All-in-one For Dummies

ISBN-13: 9781118820872 / Angielski / Miękka / 2013 / 1056 str.

Woody Leonhard

Opis

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.

Spis treści

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

O autorze

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.

Blurb

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 don′t 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 won′t get from Windows Help
• Free apps and add–ons that enhance performance
• Advice on improving Windows 8.1 security and privacy