Windows 8.1 continues the evolution of the most radical redesign in Microsofts history. It combines the familiar Windows desktop with a new, touchscreen-friendly world of tiles and full-screen apps. Luckily, David Pogue is back to help you make sense of itwith humor, authority, and 500 illustrations.The important stuff you need to know:Whats new in 8.1. The update to 8.1 offers new apps, a universal Search, the return of the Start menu, and several zillion other nips and tucks.New features. Storage Spaces, Windows To Go, File Historiesif Microsoft wrote it, this book covers it.Security. Protect your PC from viruses, spyware, spam, sick hard drives, and out-of-control kids.The network. Home Groups, connecting from the road, mail, Web, music streaming among PCsthis book has your network covered.The software. Media Center, Photo Gallery, Internet Explorer, speech recognitionthis one authoritative, witty guide makes it all crystal clear. Its the book that should have been in the box.