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What is a Microsoft account?

A Microsoft account—an email address and password—is a new way to sign in to any PC running Windows 8 or Windows RT. When you sign in with a Microsoft account, your PC can connect to the cloud, and many of the settings, preferences, and apps associated with your account can "follow" you between different PCs.

You may already have a Microsoft account. A Microsoft account (formerly known as a Windows Live ID) is the email address and password that you use to sign in to Microsoft services like: Hotmail, Messenger, SkyDrive, Xbox LIVE, Outlook.com or Windows Phone. If you've used these services, then you already have a Microsoft account.

Benefits of using a Microsoft account

When you sign in with a Microsoft account, your Surface can connect to the cloud and:

∙Your friends’ contact info and status stay up to date from your Hotmail, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and other accounts.

∙You can get to and share your photos, documents, and other files from places like SkyDrive, Facebook, and Flickr. Your Microsoft account includes 7 GB of free file storage on SkyDrive.

∙Your personal settings are synced to any PC running Windows 8 or Windows RT that you sign in to. Your settings include your color scheme, browser favorites, and apps.

∙You can buy and download apps from the Windows Store and use them on up to five PCs running Windows 8 or Windows RT.

A Microsoft account makes it easy to purchase apps, music, videos, and games for your Surface. If you're not using a Microsoft account, that's okay—you can set up a Microsoft account at any time.

For info on how to create a Microsoft account or switch a local account to a Microsoft account, see the topic How do I get a Microsoft account? on Windows.com.

Create a user account

If you share your Surface with other people, you can create separate user accounts for each person. This way they can personalize Windows as they’d like and your files and settings stay private. The user account created during setup is an administrator account. This means you can change settings, install apps, and create additional user accounts as needed. Not sure if you’re using an administrator account? See the topic How do I know I’m signed in as an administrator? on Windows.com.

To find out how to create a user account, go to the Start screen and type Help. Then tap or click Help and Support and type user account in the search box.

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Contents Getting Started Guide Published February 9 VersionMicrosoft Contents Microsoft Microsoft Meet Surface Surface RT Surface ProSurface accessories How does Windows RT differ from Windows 8 Pro?Keyboards Video adaptersPower supply Get Help and SupportSetup Plug in and turn onAdd accounts Windows setupLock screen and signing POP email? How to sync Google servicesAdd your email accounts Outlook Express, Windows Mail, or Windows Live Mail Add a photo service to the Photos appAdd social network accounts to the People app New look of Windows Introducing SurfaceTouch, keyboard, mouse, and pen App commands Switch appsFamiliar desktop CharmsCloud connected Connect devices or a second screen Multiple accounts and parental controlsGet to know the new Windows Start screen Your favorite thingsSlide to scroll Touch swipe, tap, and beyondTap What we say How to do it RotateCharms Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings Copy and paste using touchHow to search Change Windows settings TipsShare a photo Share photos, links, and moreShare a link Battery and power How much battery charge is left?Get to know Surface Charge SurfaceSleep, wake, and lock Power states On, off, sleep, and restartOn, sleep, off, and restart Choose when the screen dims and turns off TouchscreenLock Wake and unlockTo change when the screen dims or turns off Lock the screen orientationAdjust screen brightness Change other screen settingsConnect Surface to a second monitor Use the on-screen keyboardSound features Adjust the volumeChange the on-screen keyboard settings Hide the keyboardAdd sound accessories Keyboard, mouse, and pen Keyboard coversTouch Cover Fold back or closeTrackpad gestures TrackpadType Cover How do I change the mouse pointer speed? How do I change the trackpad settings?If the Trackpad Settings app isn’t working Mouse PenAll about apps Built-in appsMail SkyDrivePeople PhotosVideo MusicApp commands-where are they? Internet ExplorerCalendar GamesChange app settings Switch between appsShow app commands Switch to the last app you were usingSwitch to an app you were using recently Close appsInstall and uninstall apps Snap the last app you were usingUse two apps side by side snap apps Snap an app you used recentlyUninstall apps Install appsApp updates Surface Pro Install a desktop program Surface Pro Uninstall a desktop programWhat type of account do I have? What is a local account?Accounts Create a user account What is a Microsoft account?Benefits of using a Microsoft account Family Safety Set up a picture password Set up a PINSign Unlock Surface and signForgot my password How do I change my password?Personalizing Surface Change your background, colors, and account pictureThemes and desktop backgrounds Customize the Start screenRearrange and resize tiles NotificationsPin or unpin apps Microsoft To set up a printer To see if the printer is already installed and workingConnect devices PrintingPrinter compatibility How do I print something?Can’t print? Add a device using PC Settings Add a device using Control PanelAdd a Bluetooth device Add, view, and manage your devices and printersConnect Surface to a TV, monitor, or projector Manage your devicesDevice compatibility Storage, files, and backup Surface storage optionsHow much local storage space do I have? Removable storage optionsSkyDrive Cloud storage USB flash drive or hard driveMicroSD memory card Tap or click Open folder to view filesFiles and folders File ExplorerLibraries Move files to your SurfaceBack up files using File History Connect to a network computerUse a USB flash drive or microSD memory card Use SkyDriveMicrosoft Networking Connect to a wireless networkDisconnect from a wireless network Join a homegroup Surface Pro Join a domainAccessing files on other computers Connect your Microsoft account to your domain accountAirplane mode Surface and Windows Updates Windows UpdatesManually check for Windows updates See your Windows Update historySurface firmware updates Surface Pro Change Windows Update settingsCover and keyboard care Clean and care for SurfaceTouchscreen care Battery care That’s it
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