Teach Yourself Visually Windows 8.1

A practical guide for visual learners eager to get started with Windows 8. 1

If you learn more quickly when you can see how things are done, this Visual guide is the easiest way to get up and running on Windows 8.1.

Are you a visual learner? Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something — and skip the long–winded explanations? If so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you′ll find clear, step–by–step screen shots that show you how to tackle more than 160 Windows 8.1 tasks. Each task–based spread covers a single technique, sure to help you get up and running on Windows 8.1 in no time.

You′ll learn to:

• Use and customize the Start screen
• Connect to social media accounts
• Get directions and weather reports
• Save files to SkyDrive
• Implement new security features

Designed for visual learners

• Two–page lessons break big topics into bite–sized modules
• Succinct explanations walk you through step by step
• Full–color screen shots demonstrate each task
• Helpful sidebars offer practical tips and tricks