Maximize your first 30 minutes with Windows 8

29.10.2012

Pops up settings, where you can easily get to the Windows settings screen or shut down the PC.

Brings up the Simple Start menu, allowing easy access to key system-management apps, like the control panel.

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When you initially set up Windows 8, network drivers were installed and started. (If not, you'll need to install a network driver.) But that's just the first step. Assuming you have other PCs, you'll need to connect your Windows 8 PC to your existing network.