Windows 8.1 For Dummies Book + DVD Bundle Author: Andy Rathbone | Language: English | ISBN:
1118821076 | Format: PDF
Windows 8.1 For Dummies Book + DVD Bundle Description
A smart value — the complete book plus three hours of video training!
Windows 8.1 brings some welcome tweaks to the Windows operating system, including more ways to customize the interface and boot operations, a new start button that reveals apps, greater integration between the two interfaces, and app updates. This bargain bundle includes the complete Windows 8.1 For Dummies book plus a DVD that walks you visually through the most common Windows tasks. Whether you're just getting started with Windows or are upgrading to 8.1, you can learn everything you need to know, see how things are done, and start using Windows 8.1 with confidence.
- Includes the complete Windows 8.1 For Dummies plus three hours of video training on DVD
- Covers all the upgrades that make up Window 8.1, including new opportunities to customize the interface, the new start button, and greater integration between the two interface options
- Features complete information on using a Windows computer for those new to the system
- The DVD provides basic overviews and step-by-step instruction covering the essentials of Windows 8.1, such as getting started, using the start screen and the desktop, getting things done online, managing photos, playing music, customizing Windows, and much more
Windows 8.1 For Dummies Book + DVD Bundle is a value-priced crash course for anyone wanting to understand and use Windows 8.1.
- Series: For Dummies
- Paperback: 432 pages
- Publisher: For Dummies; 1 edition (October 28, 2013)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1118821076
- ISBN-13: 978-1118821077
- Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.4 x 0.9 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Purchased in conjunction with a new PC as a gift for my mother for Christmas, Windows 8.1 for Dummies Book and DVD bundle has started her off on the right foot in transitioning from Windows 7 to 8 or 8.1 operating systems. I choose to upgrade her PC to Windows 8.1 (free from Microsoft) out of the box because of the security improvements and ease of use issues that were addressed by the upgrade. While subtle, they make a huge difference to those who are used to 7 and feel overwhelmed by 8's new look.
Some of the changes addressed by Windows 8.1 include:
- Ability to boot directly to desktop mode versus app interface.
- Adding back the 'Start' button in the desktop mode.
- Ability to put together more apps for easier mulit-tasking.
- Improved search capabilities system wide, integrating SkyDrive.
While none of these changes are a huge jump away from 8, they are improvements that make Windows more friendly.
In terms of a book like this one, those who are already familiar with Windows 8, probably don't need to buy this book if you already feel fairly competent at using the OS. Current users may find other books like
Windows 8.1: The Missing Manual more useful.
However, if you are 'new' to the whole Windows 8 or 8.1 experience, this is a clearly written reference that will provide an easy to read book hitting on all the major learning points. The DVD helped my mother, as she is a 'visual' learner, but for some it may be unnecessary.
Windows 8.1 For Dummies is the DVD-free version of this book if you simply would like to read and not watch this information.
TOP 50 REVIEWER VINE VOICE
Andy Rathbone does a good job of explaining the basics. There's the "For Dummies" format that you can rely on, so you know what you're going to get. The DVD is a great idea. It clearly explains and illustrates the major functions of Windows 8. It doesn't change Windows 8 split personality but at least it helped me to understand and deal with it.
By Richard J. Conrad
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