WestyNottm Posted October 20, 2013 Author Share Posted October 20, 2013 Still working my way around 8.1. Just finding programs to run is proving a trial! I guess the .1 notation suggests that just minor tweaks have been made whereas I was probably hoping for 9.0 and a total revamp to something more useable on a lap top. I may re-install Windows Classic Shell which at least gives a recognisable START button with predictable navigation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnCh Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I use Windows 8 on a laptop without touch and on a Surface with touch. There is definitely a learning curve, particularly on a non-touch device, but I much prefer it to 7. If you miss the old start menu, check out http://www.stardock.com/products/start8/ It returns the classic interface and is only $5. I know several folks who use it and they all swear by it. -John 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestyNottm Posted October 20, 2013 Author Share Posted October 20, 2013 I use Windows 8 on a laptop without touch and on a Surface with touch. There is definitely a learning curve, particularly on a non-touch device, but I much prefer it to 7. If you miss the old start menu, check out http://www.stardock.com/products/start8/ It returns the classic interface and is only $5. I know several folks who use it and they all swear by it. -John John, Many thanks for the information, I have just activated the 30 day free trial and it appears just what I am looking for - a list of my programs in the right place! Will give it a few days but it looks as though I will be paying the $5 for the full version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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