4 - Table of contents
Securing your computer 63
Using passwords.............................................. 63
Entering passwords .................................. 64
Frequently asked questions 65
Requesting service........................................... 67
Tips and hints for using Windows 8 ................. 69
Three concepts you might want to
keep in mind.............................................. 69
How do I access the charms?................... 69
How do I get to Start? ............................... 69
How do I jump between apps?.................. 70
How do I turn off my computer?................ 70
Why is there a new interface?................... 70
How do I unlock my computer?................. 70
How do I personalize my computer?......... 71
I want to use Windows in the way
that I'm used to - give me my
desktop back!............................................ 72
Where are my apps?................................. 72
What is a Microsoft ID (account)?............. 74
How do I add a favorite to Internet
Explorer?................................................... 74
How do I check for Windows
updates? .................................................. 75
Where can I get more information?.......... 75
Troubleshooting............................................... 76
Troubleshooting tips................................. 76
Error messages........................................ 76
Recovery 78
Creating a recovery backup............................. 78
Creating a drivers and applications backup..... 81
Recovering your system .................................. 84
Reinstalling drivers and applications........ 85
Returning to an earlier system
snapshot................................................... 87
Returning your system to its factory
condition................................................... 88
Recovering from system recovery DVDs . 89
Recovering from Windows ....................... 89
BIOS utility 94
Boot sequence................................................. 94
Setting passwords ........................................... 94
Regulations and safety notices 95
