<p style="margin: 0px;">Windows 8.1 has taken may of the rough edges off of Windows 8. Between Windows 8 and 8.1, Microsoft extensively revised the preinstalled Windows 8 apps, updated the Windows Store, improved Skydrive integration, and took user criticism to heart in making the transition between “Modern” apps and Desktop apps less disruptive. In addition, many more management tasks are accomplished in the new “PC Settings” user interface, rather than the traditional Control Panel, and we show users how and when (and when not to) take advantage of this.</p> <p style="margin: 0px;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0px;">Whether you have a traditional PC or a souped-up tablet with a touch screen, Windows 8.1 In Depth is just the guide you need to get through the learning curve and become a Windows 8.1 Pro. The authors of Windows 8.1 In Depth have scaled the steepest part of the learning curve for you, and give you great guidance from the first page to the last, from your first hour with Windows 8.1, to long-term management and maintenance tasks.</p> <p style="margin: 0px;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0px;">This book is a reference with a great number of step-by-step procedures that take a Windows user through even the most complex configuration and management tasks. The book starts with an overview of what makes Windows 8.1 so different from previous versions of Windows, takes the reader on a guided tour of the most important interface changes and offers a bunch of critical tips and tricks, then delves into more advanced configuration and maintenance tasks. The later chapters of the book are usually seen as reference material, to be used when those hard-to-understand management tasks come up in the future.</p> <p style="margin: 0px;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0px;">Covering all the new features between Windows 8 and Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 In Depth is the only book you'll need.</p>