The big book: Windows 8

the-big-book-windows-8The changed operating concept of Windows 8 requires the user to get used to it.
“The big book: Windows 8” provides the information you need to use Windows 8 efficiently and without restrictions on your PC, notebook or tablet.
There are also numerous “retro tips” with which you can reactivate old, cherished functions such as the start menu in Windows 8.

 The big book on Windows 8

Special cover: 800 Seiten
Publisher: Data Becker (October 12, 2012)
Language: German
ISBN-10: 3815831199
ISBN 13: 978-3815831199
Author Wolfram Gieseke

 

The complete practical know-how for desktop and tablet PC is provided in detail by “The big book on Windows 8”. On around 800 pages, the experienced Windows expert Wolfram Gieseke shows how to quickly, safely and effectively explore the highlights of the new operating system. The user manual takes into account the typical everyday areas of application and introduces Windows users to all the features and functions of the operating system based on specific problem solutions and practical workshops. Whether home networking, multimedia use, data portability, installation of Windows on mobile devices, system maintenance or file organization and cloud synchronization - the book comprehensively conveys all aspects of Windows 8. The fully automatic synchronization of different computers and security functions such as the new Defender, which protects against spyware and Protecting viruses while surfing are further topics.

The new features of Windows 8 such as cross-computer use (e.g. desktop and tablet), cloud storage, downloading apps from the Windows Store, surfing with Internet Explorer 10, etc. are covered in detail, as are basic hints and tips for skillful use of the system, e.g. B. the smooth installation, the clever management of your files, optimization and troubleshooting, etc.

The main topics at a glance:

  1. The new top features of Windows 8 presented
  2. Get to know, set up and use the new touch surface
  3. Files and documents: optimally organize, find them quickly and save them reliably
  4. Multimedia - enjoy pictures, audio, video and design them yourself
  5. Security - protect PC, data and users
  6. Network, internet and cloud - connect to internet and social networks
  7. Hardware & software - install quickly, use efficiently, find errors in no time
  8. Optimize Windows 8 & fix problems

Conclusion

The Big Book Windows 8 offers the newcomer to Windows 8 a lot of information and practical examples to find their way around the new operating system right away. Supported by many screenshots, all instructions are easy to understand even for beginners.
The price of 19,90 € is very fair for an 800-page book and the experienced author.