Screen At a Glance
Windows 8 provides both the new Start screen mode and the Desktop mode of the existing OS.
Start Screen | Desktop |
Start Screen
When you turn on the computer, the Start screen is displayed, which allows you to use the applications (Application, App, hereafter referred to as an App) at the same location.
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4 | User Account | This refers to the currently used user | |
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5 | Charms | This refers to the menu that allows you to | |
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6 | Desktop | Switches to Desktop mode. | |
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7 | Camera | Allows you to take pictures or make a movie. | |
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