1. Learn to get around
2. Use the charms
3. Go online
4. Your Microsoft account
5. The Start screen
6. All about apps
7. The familiar desktop
8. Shut down
Windows 8 and Windows RT come with new ways of getting around. Many PCs now have touch capabilities, but you can also use the mouse and keyboard that you're familiar with. Getting to know some basic actions can go a long way toward helping you get around your PC quickly and efficiently.
Swipe in from the right edge of the screen. This will show the charms, which you can use to search for things, share content, get back to Start, set up devices, and change settings.
Move your mouse pointer to the upper-right or lower-right corner on your screen. This will show the charms, which you can use to search for things, share content, get back to Start, set up devices, and change settings.
Next: 2. Use the charms—Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings
