Windows 10 Tips, Tricks & Apps Volume 1 Revised Edition

Though in many ways Windows 8 was an extremely forwardthinking operating system, many users found it too much of a radical departure from the Windows experience they knew and loved. Thankfully Microsoft was listening, and with Windows 10 it has created an OS that feels both familiar and futuristic. From the return of the Start menu to the introduction of the new Edge web browser, Windows 10 is packed with brilliant features, abilities and apps that aim to make your computing experience as compelling as possible. But while Windows 10 is absolutely accessible to newcomers and veterans alike, some of its more powerful settings and features may not be immediately apparent. That’s where this revised edition of Windows 10 Tips, Tricks & Apps comes in. In this bookazine we’ll teach…

Windows 10 is the brand new and most exciting version of Microsoft’s operating system yet. It is designed for multiple devices, including desktop computers, laptops, tablets, mobile phones and hybrid devices, such as the Surface. It is an impressive blend of old and familiar features, and new and interesting ones, and this means that you will instantly feel at home whether you have used Windows 7 or 8, but there are also lots of great new features to discover and use. An example of this can be seen when browsing the internet. There is the old and familiar Internet Explorer, but also a new browser called Edge that is fast and packed with innovative and useful features that take it beyond the capabilities of the previous browser. Edge is the future…

The Windows desktop has been a feature of the operating system since the earliest days, and everyone loved it because there was so much great software for it. It was familiar and easy to use, and whether you wanted to work on your computer or just use it for entertainment, there was a desktop application that enabled you to do it. Everything changed with Windows 8; the Start menu was removed and the Start screen replaced it. Start was the first thing Windows users saw when the computer was switched on. It introduced the Windows Store and the concept of apps, which are a special type of software that is more like the apps found on tablets and mobile phones. Apps are small, easy-to-use, lightweight programs that can be fun, serious,…

Is Windows 10 really free or do I have to pay for it? If you are running a fully registered, legal copy of Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 then Windows 10 is indeed free of charge. It is possible to use Windows Update to download and install Windows 10, and it will remain free until 29 July 2016. After that date has passed, you may be required to pay for a full copy or upgrade. If you are running an older version of Windows, such as XP or Vista, you cannot upgrade and you must buy a full copy of Windows 10. What do I have to do to my computer before I can upgrade to Windows 10? It is a good idea to back up your files before you start. An external…

Use virtual desktops The desktop is back and there is not just one of them, but as many as you want! Windows 10 has made virtual desktops, previously only available with third-party software, a feature that everyone can use. With a keypress, you can easily create new desktops or switch between existing ones. Now you can spread out your apps, and each one can be on a different desktop. Talk to Cortana The personal digital assistant is now in Windows 10, so you are able to issue commands to your computer using Cortana. It can be manually activated when needed, or it will cleverly listen for the wake-up call “Hey, Cortana!” You can then ask it for information about pretty much anything, or ask for actions to be carried out. Cortana can make appointments…

“Some PCs can be upgraded, but others require a clean install” Most PCs running older versions of Windows can run Windows 10. Some can be upgraded, but others require a clean install. So, should you upgrade or clean install Windows 10? Windows XP and Vista users cannot upgrade; a clean install is the only option. Many Windows 7 and 8 users can upgrade, but it depends on several factors. For some, a clean install is a must. A clean install erases everything on the disk before installing Windows 10. This clears out junk files that have accumulated, and afterwards the computer will run better than before. The disadvantage is that your files are erased. Before starting, plug in a USB drive and copy your Documents, Pictures, Videos and Music folders to it.…