HISTORY

Windows 8, which was released on October 26th, has received mixed reviews. Microsoft did not ignore the critics and announced last week at the JP Morgan Technology, Media and Telecom Conference in Boston that they will be releasing version 8.1.

WHAT TO EXPECT

What we have heard as the biggest complaint with Windows 8 is the missing Start button. While Microsoft will not be revealing what version 8.1 will look like until June 26th, many hope the newer version will include the Start button.

WHAT IS SO UNIQUE WITH VERSION 8.1?

There are three unique points which come with the announcement. The first is that, in the past there have been updates to take care of minor issues and security holes. For big overhauls, Windows has put out service pack updates. Never before has Microsoft introduced a completely newer version of its current operating system. Secondly, this is the first time for Microsoft to have such a quick response. And finally, the best of all, it will be a free upgrade for all those who are already using Windows 8.

TIP #1: Hate going through so many steps to shut down?

Why not create a shortcut!

To create a shortcut…

1. Go to the desktop mode

2. Right click somewhere in the open area

3. Hover the mouse over NEW

4. Select SHORTCUT

5. Enter: shutdown /s /t 0

(Please note: the spaces are necessary and it is a zero)

6. Select next

7. Leave the default shutdown as the name for the shortcut

8. Select FINISH

9. An icon will appear on the screen, which will be called: shutdown.

10. Drag the icon to the bottom bar, and pin it to task bar for future access