Windows 8 and 8.1 Features

Question 1

Side by side apps - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

Answer 1

• Two apps on one screen

* Windows + Left Arrow or Windes + Right Arrow

Question 2

Modern UI - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

Answer 2

• Microsoft’s common user interface
• Formerly known as the Metro UI
• A combination of typeface, graphical style, and animation

Question 3

Pinning - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

Answer 3

• Put application icons on the task bar for quick and easy access
• Available in Windows 7 and Windows 8/8.1
• Right-click application and “Pin this program to taskbar”
• or touch and hold the “Pin to taskbar” in Windows 8/8.1

Question 4

Microsoft OneDrive - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

Answer 4

• Formerly known as Skydrive or Live Folders
• Sync files in the cloud - store pictures, Office 365 docs
• Integrated with Windows 8/8.1

Question 5

Windows store - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

Answer 5

• Central point for modern UI apps

* Sales pages for independent developers

Question 6

Multi-monitor taskbars - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

Answer 6

• Separate monitors can have different taskbar settings
• Define where taskbar buttons are shown
• Define how buttons are combined

Question 7

Charms - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

Answer 7

• Shortcuts available at any time - Search, share, settings, etc.
• Use keyboard, mouse, or touch
  
  • Windows + C
  • Mouse on bottom or top right corner
  • Swipe from right edge towards the center

Question 8

PowerShell - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

Answer 8

• Command line for system admins
• Extend command-line functions with cmdlets(command-lets)
• Automate and integrate system administration

Question 9

Microsoft account sign-in - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

Answer 9

• Use a centralized Microsoft account instead of a local account
• Automate and sync many OS functions