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Desktop
In Windows 8; you can customize your desktop by changing the background and pin applications that you use often to the taskbar. In this video; Isabel Garcia demonstrates how to switch from the desktop to Start screen and personalize the appearance of the desktop and the taskbar.
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The Windows 8.1 Action Center
Windows 8.1 offers several important security features for end users and network administrators. An important part of its System and Security is the Action Centre; which keeps you notified on certain system events that may put your system at risk. In this video; Jamie Campbell introduces the Windows 8.1 Action Centre.
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Using BitLocker Drive Protection without TPM
Windows 8.1 offers several important security features for end users and network administrators. An important part of its System and Security is the Action Centre; which keeps you notified on certain system events that may put your system at risk. In this video; Jamie Campbell introduces the Windows 8.1 Action Centre.
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Windows 8.1 Remote Access and Remote Desktop
Windows 8.1 offers several important security features for end users and network administrators. An important part of its System and Security is the Action Centre; which keeps you notified on certain system events that may put your system at risk. In this video; Jamie Campbell introduces the Windows 8.1 Action Centre.
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Windows 8.1 System and Security
The latest version of Windows 8.1 offers several important security features for end users and network administrators alike. In this video; Jamie Campbell introduces you to the Windows 8.1 system security features.
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Windows 8.1 User Account Control Settings
Windows 8.1 offers several important security features for end users and network administrators. An important part of its System and Security is the Action Centre; which keeps you notified on certain system events that may put your system at risk. In this video; Jamie Campbell introduces the Windows 8.1 Action Centre.
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File History and Recovery Feature
Windows 8's File History and Recovery tools allow you to save copies of selected files; enabling you to restore them if lost or damaged. In this video; Isabel Garcia locates the File History tool's backup and restore options before introducing the Recovery tool's options.
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Smart Screen Filter
Windows 8's SmartScreen security filter; enabled by default; blocks unrecognized programs from running and automatically checks web sites and files for malware and alerts you to it. In this video; Isabel Garcia describes the features of the SmartScreen filter and demonstrates how to disable it.
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Aero Features
Microsoft Windows 8 gives you control of your computer’s themes and customization options; enabling you to personalize your Desktop; window-border colors; sounds; and screen saver. In this video; Isabel Garcia uses Windows 8's personalization options to introduce different theme and window-colorization options and controls.
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Autosave Screen Shots
In Microsoft Windows 8.1; you can quickly and easily take screen shots and automatically save them to your Pictures library. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to capture a screen and save the screen shot to an auto-generated Screenshots folder using a simple key combination in Windows 8.1.
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Charms Bar and Quick Access Menu
In Windows 8; the new hot corners feature replaces the Start menu and Start button. It allows you to quickly navigate between different screens through easy access to the Charm Bar and Quick Access menu. In this video; Isabel Garcia demonstrates how to use the Charm Bar and Quick Access menu to access your favorite commands and settings.
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Customizing Start Screen
In Windows 8; there are several options to customize your Start screen; including creating groups of tile resizing tiles; turning live tiles on and off; and pinning and unpinning tiles. You can also download applications from the store and install them. In this video; Isabel Garcia demonstrates how to personalize your Start screen.
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Hot Corners and Hot Keys
Microsoft Windows 8.1 provides several features that make it easier to navigate between screens and applications. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to use hot corners; specific mouse actions; and keyboard shortcuts in Windows 8.
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Internet Explorer 10
Windows 8's Internet Explorer 10 web browser delivers responsive and intuitive navigation and browsing; incorporates the address and search functions into its new One Box bar; and features Frequent and Favorites tabs and tiles; as well as secure; InPrivate browsing. In this video; Isabel Garcia introduces Internet Explorer 10's new features.
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PC Settings and Lock Screen
Microsoft Windows 8.1 includes a PC Settings screen. It also includes a smartphone-style Lock screen which is shown when you lock your computer. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates the settings you can configure using the PC Settings screen; as well as ways you can customize the Lock screen.
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Shutting Down
In Microsoft Windows 8.1; a user can choose between using several methods for shutting down; logging off; disconnecting or restarting a computer. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates several methods for powering down a computer in Microsoft Windows 8.1.
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Start Screen Overview
In Microsoft Windows 8.1; users can configure Windows 8.1 to launch right into the desktop; but by default Windows 8 and 8.1 land on the Start screen. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates an overview of the Start screen in Microsoft Windows 8.1.
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Windows Explorer
Microsoft Windows 8's File Explorer features a responsive; tabbed ribbon incorporating new navigational features and containing all the commands you need to manage and organize your files. In this video; Isabel Garcia introduces File Explorer's ribbon; tabs; commands; and hierarchical folder structure.
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Accessing Apps from the Start Screen
You can quickly and easily personalize the Start screen in Windows 8.1 to suit your particular needs. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to find and open apps from the Start screen; as well as personalize the Start screen to improve usage based on your requirements.
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Add a New Account
In Windows 8.1; you can create a number of different accounts for users on the same machine. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to create an account which is authenticated on the Microsoft cloud; and presents options for creating parentally controlled child accounts; unauthenticated local accounts; and accounts with app restrictions.
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PC Settings Overview
You can use the settings options provided by Windows 8 to customize features such as privacy; accessibility; synchronization; and device and power management. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to access and use the available settings from both the Start screen and the desktop.
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Personalizing Aero Elements
Microsoft Windows 8.1 provides users with various options for customizing the Aero theme. In turn; this allows users to modify how the color scheme is applied to the desktop and lock screen. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to personalize Aero elements in Microsoft Windows 8.1.
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Power; Shutdown; and Restart
Microsoft Windows 8.1 provides new options for powering up or down; and for managing Windows Store applications. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to shut down and restart; and access and close Windows Stores apps from within the desktop; as well as how to access startup parameters in Windows 8.1.
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Running Windows Store Apps
In Microsoft Windows 8.1; a wide range of applications designed to run in the newer interface are available from the Windows Store. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to install; run; and manage Windows Store apps.
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Charms Bar; Hot Corners; and Quick Access
Microsoft Windows 8.1 provides improved desktop navigation functionality for keyboard and mouse users while maintaining the flexibility touch users require. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to use hot corners to navigate between applications and access the Charms bar; how to access the Quick Access Menu; and how to swap between Start screen and desktop.
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Customizing the Windows Start Screen
Microsoft Windows 8.1 allows you to customize your Start screen and helps you to keep track and use your apps more efficiently in a personalized environment. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to rearrange and change the appearance of your tiles; before highlighting some of the Start screen configuration options.
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File Management and Organization
Microsoft Windows 8.1 allows you to locate information in a quick and intuitive manner while providing the necessary tools to work with files and folders. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how apps are organized on the Start screen; highlights the Search functionality; and shows how the ribbon interface in File Explorer allows you to manage files and folders.
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Hot Corners; Gestures; and Hot Keys
Microsoft Windows 8.1 includes all the necessary actions that enable you to use your PC quickly and efficiently; whether you are using a mouse; keyboard; or touchscreen. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to navigate and access Charms and tools using hot corners; keystrokes; and touch gestures with both traditional and touch-enabled Windows 8.1 devices.
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Installing Store and Desktop Apps
Microsoft Windows 8.1 provides two different types of applications; Windows Store Apps and Desktop Apps; which can be used for recreational; business; or personal purposes; catering to most needs. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to install and uninstall both Windows Store and Desktop Apps.
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Internet Explorer 11
Microsoft Windows 8.1 includes Internet Explorer (IE) 11; a browser with intuitive controls that helps you navigate the web and view content in an optimized way. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to maximize your browsing experience; while highlighting the various options on the address and tabs bar that allow you to organize favorites; search; and protect your privacy.
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Logging In to the Desktop
Microsoft Windows 8.1 includes features for users who prefer to work in the desktop rather than using the modern Windows touch-oriented interface. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to configure Windows 8.1 to log in to the desktop instead of the Start screen by default.
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The Desktop
Although Windows 8 opens with the Start screen displayed; a number of applications still require the use of the traditional Windows desktop; which can be accessed from the Start screen. In this video; Byron Hynes explains how to access the desktop and how to use it.
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The Start Screen
The Windows 8 Start screen interface; sometimes called the Metro interface; looks a lot different than the older versions and can be moused; keyboarded; or touched. The purpose of the new interface is to have up front the features you need most. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to use the Windows 8 Start screen.
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Using a Microsoft Account
Besides using a local or domain account to log on to your computer; Windows 8 provides a Microsoft account; also referred to as a Live account; to access Microsoft’s online services. You can configure Windows 8 to use this account as your default login and to synchronize personal settings. In this video; Byron Hynes creates and uses a Microsoft account.
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Using Assigned Access
In Microsoft Windows 8.1; you can use the new assigned access feature to limit a particular user to a particular Windows Store application in Microsoft Windows 8.1. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to use the assigned access feature to limit a particular user to the Maps application.
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Web Browsing with IE 11
Microsoft Windows 8.1 comes with Internet Explorer 11 (IE 11); which is the fastest rendering engine that Microsoft has had in any edition of IE. In this video Byron Hynes; demonstrates how to use IE 11 to browse through the Modern UI and the traditional desktop web browser.
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Windows File Explorer
In Microsoft Windows 8.1; File Explorer features new and old tools that allow you to easily access; navigate through; and manage your stored files. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to perform basic navigation and file management functions in File Explorer.
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Customizing the Interface
There are various ways you can customize Windows 8. You can personalize the Start screen; Lock screen; and desktop. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how he personalizes various elements of the interface.
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File Management
Information organization in Windows 8 is mostly based on searching for what you need – it’s more search-centric than previous versions. However; it still provides folders and files to organize your information. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how he uses Windows Explorer to organize files and folders on his computer.
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Hot Corners
Windows 8 is designed to be touch-centric. You can use touches and motions on touch-enabled devices to navigate through the various screens. But Windows 8 can also be driven with a mouse and keyboard. In this video; Byron Hynes uses mouse positions; mouse actions; hot corners; and keyboard shortcuts to navigate through Windows 8.
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Installing and Managing Applications
Windows 8 has two types of applications – the Metro-style applications; which are available only from the Microsoft Store; and traditional desktop applications. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to access and install a Metro application and how to access applications from the desktop.
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Running Metro-style Applications
Windows 8 provides a new style of applications; the Metro applications; which are available in the Microsoft Store. There are various types of Metro applications available. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to install the CookBook application; and how to work with two open applications.
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Shutting Down and Restarting
The closing of applications differs for desktop and Metro applications in Windows 8. Metro applications are managed directly by the OS; and you use the Task Manager to terminate individual desktop applications. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to use the Task Manager to close applications; and the power management options to shut down or disconnect from a session.
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Using SkyDrive
Windows 8 is being integrated with SkyDrive; which is Microsoft’s cloud storage service. You can use SkyDrive to store any type of source file and make it available on many different platforms. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how he uses SkyDrive to store files.
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Using the Semantic Zoom
In Windows 8; you can zoom by context using the Semantic Zoom feature; which causes information to change depending on the zoom level or as the user moves in and out through the information. In this video; Byron Hynes uses Semantic Zoom to demonstrate how to view different layers of content.
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Web Browsing
In Windows 8; you can use a web browser within the Metro-style interface as well as in the traditional Windows desktop environment. In this video; Byron Hynes uses the Metro applications interface and the Windows 8 desktop to launch Internet Explorer 10.
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Applications
In Windows 8; you can access all your applications; software programs; and system tools from one screen using the All apps button. In this video; Isabel Garcia demonstrates how to launch; pin; and shop for applications.
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Task Manager
In Windows 8; the improved and redesigned Task Manager provides more options and information on processes for apps and allows you to do a direct restart of Windows Explorer. In this video; Isabel Garcia demonstrates how to access and use the improved Task Manager.
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Using OneDrive
In Microsoft Windows 8.1; you can synchronize files and store them securely in the cloud. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to use OneDrive to integrate and share files.
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Search
Windows 8 has been designed to be search centric. It’s all about searching and finding the information that you need in a relevant way. You can perform searches for files; places; and people quickly and easily using the Search feature. In this video; Byron Hynes uses the Search feature in Windows 8 to search for files.
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The Start Screen
The Microsoft Windows 8.1 Start screen provides a simple; clean; and uncluttered interface for you to interact with; using the touch screen and the keyboard and mouse. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to perform basic operations from the Start screen in Windows 8.1.
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PC Settings and Lock Screen
Microsoft Windows 8's PC settings and lock screen feature enable you; whether you operate a standalone machine or a network with multiple user accounts; to customize and personalize your computer's search; privacy; device; notification; and HomeGroup. In this video; Isabel Garcia introduces these settings and shows you how to enable and customize Windows 8's lock screen feature.
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Multitasking
Windows 8 handles running multiple applications concurrently differently from previous versions. The Task Manager has several new options to enable you to easily switch between or end Metro and traditional desktop applications. In this video; Byron Hynes uses the Task Manager to manage the execution of your applications in the desktop and Metro modes.
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Search
Microsoft Windows 8.1 makes it easy to conduct searches. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates various ways you can conduct searches and configure search behavior in Microsoft Windows 8.1.
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Shutting Down
Windows 8 enables you to shut down; restart; or log off from the computer's charms bar Power button; Start screen account profile; or using keyboard hotkey options. In this video; Isabel Garcia introduces and demonstrates each method of shutting down; restarting; or logging off from your computer.
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Hot Corners and Hot Keys
In Windows 8; there are hot corners and hot keys that you can use to navigate the new interfaces; as well as access your applications; commands; and your files. In this video; Isabel Garcia demonstrates how to use hot corners and hot keys to access the Charms bar; Quick Access menu; and Start screen; and to boot into Safe Mode.
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Autosave Screen Shots
Windows 8 makes screenshots effortless by automatically naming and saving them to your Pictures library; ready for launch in your Photos app. In this video; Isabel Garcia takes a screenshot and saves it to the Pictures library before viewing it in the Photos app.
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Start Screen Overview
In Windows 8; the Start screen launches first when you log in. This Start screen has a new interface that allows you to navigate to your applications. In this video; Isabel Garcia demonstrates how to navigate the Start screen using the All apps button; Charms Bar; and Quick Access menu.
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Using Semantic Zoom
In Microsoft Windows 8.1; you can zoom in or out to vary the presentation of information according to your needs. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to use the Semantic Zoom feature to navigate and zoom around various Windows pages.
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Using a Microsoft Account
In Microsoft Windows 8.1; you can log in using a Microsoft account; which is an account housed in Microsoft’s public cloud services. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to log in using a Microsoft account and the advantages of doing this in Windows 8.
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Customizing the User Interface
Microsoft Windows 8.1 allows you to customize the user interface; according to your preferences and making it better suited to your working environment. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to personalize the Start screen and change PC settings in Windows 8.1.
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PC Settings Overview
In Microsoft Windows 8.1; you users access a wide range of settings using either the modern Windows UI or the traditional desktop. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates application-specific and general settings and preferences in the modern Windows UI; as well as settings in the Control Panel.
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The Desktop
The Windows 8.1 Desktop; Start screen; and Charms bar allow you to run applications; manage your files; and access a number of system tools. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to navigate between the Start screen and Desktop; access the Quick Access menu; and personalize the Desktop and Start screen when working on both touchscreen and desktop computers.
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Multitasking
Microsoft Windows 8.1 provides enhanced multitasking features that allow you to work concurrently with different applications in an intuitive and efficient way. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to manipulate multiple applications on the Start screen and the desktop; and highlights information relevent to the apps you're running with the Task Manager Details tab.
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Task Manager
In Microsoft Windows 8.1; the Task Manager features several changes since previous versions of the OS aimed at improving its functionality and ease of use. In this video; Byron Hynes demonstrates how to use the Task Manager in Microsoft Windows 8.1.
