\nWindows 8.1 starts up faster, switches between apps faster, and uses power more efficiently than previous versions of Windows, including Windows 7.<\/p>\n
\u25ba\u00a0Enhanced user interface.<\/strong> \u2023 Start Screen;<\/strong> \u25ba\u00a0All App screen.\u00a0<\/strong> \u25ba\u00a0Improved search & multitask option.<\/strong> \u25ba\u00a0Backup and access your files everywhere.<\/strong> \u25ba Windows Defender & Windows Store.\u00a0<\/strong> \u25ba More personalized.\u00a0<\/strong> \u25ba\u00a0Work Place Join and Work Folders.\u00a0<\/strong> \u25ba\u00a0Enhanced data protection & Security.\u00a0<\/strong> \u25ba\u00a0You keep all your files and familiar programs.<\/strong>
\nThe most remarkable change in Windows 8 in comparison to the earlier versions is the user interface, the new start screen consists out of tiles that represent applications. The start screen appears upon booting up Windows 8, allowing you to quickly get to what you want to do. The start screen now includes new features:<\/p>\n
\n\u2023 Live Tiles;<\/strong>
\n\u2023 Hot Corners.<\/strong>![\"\"](\"https:\/\/dergham-audit.com\/temporary\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/windows-8-defender-banner-1024x1024.webp\")
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\nAnother notable improvement is the All App screen, where all the apps are shown on the PC\/laptop, and now can be sorted by name, category, most used and date installed. This allows you to get the best overview of your apps. Pinning an app to the start screen has also been made easier as you can just drag and drop, you can also rearrange the apps the same way. Windows 8.1 also allows you to categorise your apps easier by using the drag and drop system.<\/p>\n
\nOne of the most requested improvements is the new search option, locating any app, document, or media file is easier than ever as suggested results start showing up by the time you start typing. Windows 8.1 also allows you to multitask with your computer as you can view up to four things at once.<\/p>\n
\nNow you can also back up and stay connected to your documents and photos via SkyDrive – a personal cloud based storage location. Access them at any time on your phone, tablet or PC. By signing in with your Microsoft account to any of your PCs running Windows 8.1 you can immediately see your own background, display preferences, and settings.![\"\"](\"https:\/\/dergham-audit.com\/temporary\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/windows-8-store-banner-1024x1024.webp\")
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\nWindows 8 Also comes with a built-in antivirus program called\u00a0Windows Defender, protecting you from various types of malicious software. The new built in\u00a0Windows Store\u00a0is also designed to keep you safe by informing you what information each app\/program you install will have access to, protecting both your documents and your privacy.<\/p>\n
\nWindows 8.1 is also more personalized, as you can choose between background pictures, or just change the colour of the background.<\/p>\nExtra for Windows 8.1 Pro version<\/h4>\n
\nWindows 8.1 Pro includes\u00a0Work Place Join\u00a0and\u00a0Work Folders, that allow you to join corporate servers and keep personal and work-related activities separate. Combine this with new features to host a remote desktop machine and the ability to boot from a virtual hard drive and you are left with the ideal device to work efficiently from anywhere at any time.<\/p>\n
\nWindows 8.1 Pro offers enhanced data protection with Windows Defender, Windows Firewall, and Windows Update. It also comes with\u00a0BitLocker, an advanced security program that helps protect your data through enhanced encryptions and security management. This new feature ensures that all your valuable documents and information is protected.<\/p>\n
\nIf your PC is running Windows 7, your personal files will easily transfer to Windows 8.1 Pro. Programs that run on Windows 7 will also run on Windows 8.1 Pro.<\/p>\n
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