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How to use the On Screen Keyboard in Windows 8

The on-screen virtual keyboard available in Windows 8 has got the attention of many. This improved and more reliable on-screen keyboard in windows 8 is a great feature. The on-screen keyboard has several advanced options such as “text prediction” that make typing via the virtual keyboard simple and easy. Follow this step by step guide to learn how to use the on screen keyboard in windows 8.


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How to use the Ease of Access option in windows 8

Windows 8 offers many advanced and improved features for its users. Its new “Ease of Access” option allows you to customize the look and windows display to a whole new level. By using its advanced options, you can change the windows access and its appearance according to your own personal likes and dislikes.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to use the ease of access option in windows 8.


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How to use the Calendar in Windows 8

Windows 8 operating system allows you to organize your stuff on all levels. The Calendar app is not a new product. However, it has been refined and new options have been included in it to make it comprehensive. Windows 8 new calendar offers a whole new customizable experience, adjustable display options and some new features to help you in setting up your schedule efficiently.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to use the calendar in windows 8.


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How to update applications in Windows 8

In Windows 8, Microsoft has come up with a new start screen that displays various apps that you can work with. There is a windows app store available in this new operating system. In this tutorial, we will show you how to get the updates for the applications installed from the app store for windows. The Store allows you to find essential updates required by your applications.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to update applications in windows 8.


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How to Resize, Pin or Unpin Metro App Tiles Windows 8

Windows 8 is an operating system that allows you to customize your system as per your needs. In this tutorial, we will show you how to work with metro apps which are a new feature this operating system offers. Follow this step by step guide to learn how to Resize, Pin or Unpin Metro App Tiles Windows 8. Knowing how to pin or resize the metro app tiles will save you a lot of time. Furthermore, you won’t be going on search expeditions looking for some program. You can simply pin it so that it stays right in front of you at all times.


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How to open more than one app in Windows 8

Windows 8 offers a new and interactive user interface, new metro app tiles, improved options and settings and much more. One of the most exciting features of windows 8 is that you can open multiple apps in a very simple and easy fashion. You can even work on multiple apps and programs at the same time.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to open more than one app in Windows 8.


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How to Open and change Folder Options in Windows 8

What makes windows 8 different from its previous versions is the fact that it is easier to modify options and it has a unique smart phone like user interface. In this tutorial, we are going to show you some basic tools and modification of the interface in windows 8.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to Open and change Folder Options in Windows 8.


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How to Install Windows 8 on a Virtual Machine

Windows 8 is the new operating system that Microsoft is about to launch. Its consumer preview edition has already been launched. The preview version is available in the form of “ISO” images and can be installed on a virtual machine. The Virtual Machine Player allows you to set up a virtual computer system on which you can install your desired operating system.
Follow this step by step guide to learn how to install windows 8 on a virtual machine.


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How to enable system protection and create a restore point in windows 8

Most of the people at some point of time have suffered from the problem of file or program corruption. This can result in a severe data loss and result in misplacement of important information. Fortunately, windows 8 came up with a solution to this major file corruption problem. Windows 8 offers it users a secure method to restore windows and its settings. It also has an option to protect your hard drive from accidental loss of data or other privacy issues.
Follow this step by step to learn how to enable system protection and create a restore point in windows 8.


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