Course Description Windows 8 is the biggest change to Microsoft\'s operating system in almost twenty years, and in this Windows 8 training course we will get you up to speed and productive as quickly as possible.You will learn how to use the new Start screen and how it works with the desktop, how to customize your settings and preferences and how to use the built-in apps and accessories. You will also learn tips for managing your files and folders, and throughout the course, you\'ll learn lots of shortcuts.After finishing this course, you will know how to make Windows adapt to your needs, rather than the other way around. You will learn how to pin important programs and web sites to the Start screen and remove those you don\'t need. You\'ll learn tips and shortcuts to manage files and folders, so they will always be at your fingertips and how to search for them if you don\'t know where they are. You will also learn how Windows can keep you safe from viruses and other malware.Highlights Discover Updated desktop options (themes, background, screen savers) See the revised taskbar in action (jumplists, live thumbnails, notification area) Learn centralized andamp; simplified hardware andamp; printer management One-stop for identifying and fixing maintenance, security and performance issues using the Action Center Integrated scheduled backup and easy drive encryption including BitLocker to Go for USB drives Example Video Course Content HIT THE GROUND RUNNING (44 min) The Start Screen andamp; the Desktop Modifying the Start Screen Personalizing the Way Your Computer Looks Snapping Apps to the Screen Setting Taskbar Options CUSTOMIZATION WITH THE SETTINGS APP (38 min) Managing Users Controlling Notifications Configuring Searches Choosing which Apps Can Share General Settings Privacy Devices Wireless andamp; Ease of Access Syncing Your Settings Creating a HomeGroup Windows Update SETTING OPTIONS WITH THE CONTROL PANEL (89 min) Opening the Control Panel Choosing Default Programs Changing the Screen Resolution andamp; Other Display Items Managing Fonts Changing the Way Your Mouse Behaves Choosing Wallpaper, Background Colors, andamp; Sounds Managing Power on a Laptop Uninstalling a Program Controlling Audio Hardware andamp; the Sounds Windows Makes Getting Info on System Settings andamp; Making Changes Managing Users Staying Safe from Viruses Letting the Firewall Add to Your Safety Mobility Settings for Your Laptop MANAGING FILES andamp; FOLDERS (57 min) Navigating the File Explorer Viewing Folder Contents Copying andamp; Moving Files andamp; Folders Multiple Explorers, andamp; Sharing andamp; Renaming Files Using andamp; Managing Libraries Searching for Files Backing Up Files with File History Zipping andamp; Unzipping Files WORKING WITH BUILT-IN APPS (48 min) Calendar Photos Mail People Messaging Music Windows Store WORKING WITH BUILT-IN ACCESSORIES (33 min) Calculator Character Map Paint Snipping Tool Magnifier INTERNET EXPLORER 10 (32 min) The New Windows 8-Style IE 10 The traditional IE 10 on the desktop IE 10 - Organizing Bookmarks Security andamp; Performance Features BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING (14 min) The New Task Manager Deleting Temp Files Credits PACKAGE INCLUDES: Length of Subscription: 12 Months Online On-Demand Access Running Time: 6 Hour Platform: Windows andamp; MAC OS Level: Beginner to Intermediate Project Files: Included Learn anytime, anywhere, at home or on the go.Stream your training via the internet, or download to your computer and supported mobile device, including iPad™, iPhone™, iPod™ Touch and most Android devices. Need to train your Team? Contact Us for Discounts on Multiple Subscription Purchases.