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Gearburn • 1 Oct 2013

15 tips and tricks for becoming a Windows 8.1 pro

By Steven Norris

Windows 8.1

Windows 8.1 officially launches as a download, retail copy and on new Windows PCs or laptops on 18 October 2013. Microsoft’s added in loads of tweaks and updates to Windows 8, and has seemingly focused on restoring the power of the desktop back to the OS. The tips and tricks below will help you to gain control over this free update (naturally, only free if you already own Windows 8).

1. Shutdown, restart or sign out quickly:

Press Windows Key + X. The Start button menu pops, just move the mouse to the “shut down” dialog from there. Or, right-click on the Start button.