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Flashcards in Windows 8 and 8.1 Features Deck (9)
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Side by side apps - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

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  • Two apps on one screen

* Windows + Left Arrow or Windes + Right Arrow

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Modern UI - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

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  • Microsoft’s common user interface
  • Formerly known as the Metro UI
  • A combination of typeface, graphical style, and animation
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Pinning - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

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  • 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
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Microsoft OneDrive - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

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

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  • Central point for modern UI apps

* Sales pages for independent developers

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Multi-monitor taskbars - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

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  • Separate monitors can have different taskbar settings
  • Define where taskbar buttons are shown
  • Define how buttons are combined
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Charms - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

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  • 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
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PowerShell - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

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  • Command line for system admins
  • Extend command-line functions with cmdlets(command-lets)
  • Automate and integrate system administration
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Microsoft account sign-in - WIndows 8 and 8.1 Features

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

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