Posted by prairie blossoms (+88) 9 years ago
need to purchase a new computer since I'm using XP and its old 2003 unable to put 8 on it. where can I find info on how to use windows 8 and what is the difference between 8 and pro 8.4 thanks
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Posted by MilesCity.com Webmaster (+10054) 9 years ago
I'd recommend the following series of Windows 8 tutorial videos from Scott Hanselman.

http://www.youtube.com/us...ture=watch
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Posted by MilesCity.com Webmaster (+10054) 9 years ago
The Missing Windows 8 Instructional Video - Who moved my Windows Cheese?

Scott Hanselman wrote:
I created this calmly paced 25 minute video to give new users to Windows 8 a near-complete understanding of the major features including the Start Screen, Hot Corners, Full Screen Apps, Desktop Apps, The Store, Browsing, Doing Social Stuff, using the Mouse effectively and exploiting keyboard Shortcuts.

Feel feel to share this video with Mom, Dad, your school or anyone who is feeling confused, frustrated or ineffective when using Windows 8.

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Posted by MilesCity.com Webmaster (+10054) 9 years ago
What's new in Windows 8.1 - The Missing Instruction Manual

Scott Hanselman wrote:
Here's a quick 10 minute video that will show you highlights of the new features in Windows 8.1 and *how to use them!*

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Posted by MilesCity.com Webmaster (+10054) 9 years ago
How to use Windows 8.1 effectively with hotkeys

Scott Hanselman wrote:
As a follow up to my "Windows 8 moved my cheese" video, I've created a new series of videos including this one that shows you how to more effectively use Windows with the keyboard.

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Posted by MilesCity.com Webmaster (+10054) 9 years ago
How to effectively run multiple Fullscreen (Metro) Windows Store apps with Windows 8.1

Scott Hanselman wrote:
As a follow up to my "Windows 8 moved my cheese" video, I've created a new series of videos including this one that shows you how to more effectively move Fullscreen Window Store apps around.

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Posted by Richard Bonine, Jr. (+15599) 9 years ago
Thanks, Larry! Those videos were very helpful.
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Posted by Tim Wagoner (+760) 9 years ago
Is there anyway to make this a static link so it stays on top for people for a while while transitions are going on?
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Posted by prairie blossoms (+88) 9 years ago
this is a very helpful site
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