Topics include: Installing and personalizing Windows 8 Mastering the new UI and features Using pen, touch, and voice input Implementing security essentials Managing files, disks, and drives Sharing and synching digital media Setting up and troubleshooting a home or mobile network Monitoring and tuning performance Chapter 1 What’s New in Windows 8 Interacting with Windows 8 Windows 8 user interface Hardware Security Networking Storage Manageability, productivity, and troubleshooting What’s missing Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 Apps Common features Using apps How Windows 8 apps work Changing app file associations Built-in apps Chapter 3 Buying and Installing Windows 8 Buying Windows 8 Installing Windows 8 Dual-booting Windows 8 Chapter 4 Upgrading and Migrating to Windows 8 Preparing for an upgrade Upgrading from Windows XP or Windows Vista to Windows 8 Performing the upgrade to Windows 8 Migrating from an old PC to a new PC Post-upgrade tasks Uninstalling Windows 8 Chapter 5 Personalizing Windows 8 The Start screen Tiles Notifications Lock screen Desktop Searching Power settings Multiple monitors Language settings WinX menu Chapter 6 Adding, Removing, and Managing Apps Installing Windows 8 apps Uninstalling Windows 8 apps Setting default programs Configuring AutoPlay Managing startup apps Recording app problems Understanding app permissions The .NET Framework The parts of a Windows 8 app App compatibility settings Managing Windows 8 app packages Monitoring app events Chapter 7 Using Windows 8 Accessibility Features Choosing accessible hardware Configuring accessibility options Visual accessibility User input accessibility Dyslexia and reading accessibility Chapter 8 Obtaining Help and Support Obtaining professional support Help and support Determining who to contact for support Searching the Internet Asking for help Connecting with Remote Assistance Recording problems File Management Chapter 9 Organizing and Protecting Files The Windows 8 way of organizing files File system concepts Working with libraries Zipping folders Protecting files Advanced searching Freeing up disk space File organization tips Chapter 10 Backing Up and Restoring Files Backup concepts Connecting a backup disk Backing up and recovering files Backing up and recovering apps and settings Using cloud services Online backup services What if disaster strikes and you don’t have a backup? Chapter 11 Managing Windows Search App search concepts Managing searchable apps Managing search suggestions Managing file indexing Chapter 12 Managing Storage Storage Spaces BitLocker Fixing errors Choosing a new drive Chapter 13 Using SkyDrive SkyDrive overview Using the SkyDrive app for Windows 8 Accessing SkyDrive from mobile devices Accessing SkyDrive from a browser Using the SkyDrive desktop app Editing documents simultaneously with other users Music, Videos, TV, and Movies Chapter 14 Music and Videos Using the Music app Ripping CDs Editing metadata Watching videos Purchasing TV and movies Editing videos Chapter 15 Photos Viewing pictures with the Photos app Importing photos Printing photos Working with RAW files Selecting and sharing photos Working with photos on the desktop Organizing photos Chapter 16 Sharing and Streaming Digital Media Xbox Music Streaming to the Xbox Stereos and TVs Smartphone Car Other computers Music services Video-streaming services Creating media Chapter 17 Creating a Home Theater PC HTPC software Media Center Configuring HTPC software to start automatically Choosing the hardware Recording TV Choosing a remote control Security and Privacy Chapter 18 Managing Users and Family Safety Logon security Configuring sign-on options Password best practices Managing accounts Family Safety Chapter 19 Windows, Application, and Network Security Malware protection Protecting your privacy Removing malware Windows Firewall Wireless security Turning off security features Chapter 20 Using Hyper-V Hyper-V requirements Installing Hyper-V Creating your first virtual switch Configuring VM settings Starting a VM Using snapshots Managing virtual disks Hyper-V tips and tricks When not to use a VM Using VirtualBox Networking Chapter 21 Setting Up a Home Or Small Office Network Network technology overview Choosing an ISP Connecting Windows 8 to your network Manually configuring Windows 8 networking Fine-tuning wireless settings Routers Choosing home networking technologies Designing a wireless network Web applications Chapter 22 Setting Up ad hoc, Bluetooth, and Mobile Networks Ad hoc networking Bluetooth 3G/4G mobile broadband Chapter 23 Troubleshooting Your Network Troubleshooting tools The home network troubleshooting process Troubleshooting network performance problems Chapter 24 Sharing and Managing Files and Printers Using a homegroup Using folder sharing Granting permissions to files Using shared printers Maintaining, Tuning, and Troubleshooting Chapter 25 Maintaining Your PC Updates Backups Uninstalling apps Disk integrity Disk space Maintaining your batteries Chapter 26 Monitoring, Measuring, and Tuning Performance Benchmarking your computer Finding and controlling a troublesome app Setting priority and affinity when starting an app Speeding up startup Using Task Manager Using Performance Monitor Chapter 27 Troubleshooting Startup Problems, Crashes, and Corruption Troubleshooting startup problems Troubleshooting corruption and intermittent failures Refreshing your PC Resetting your PC Appendix Index to troubleshooting topics