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Old 08-18-2013, 08:48 PM
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my husband and I purchased a new desktop computer on the tax free weekend . it's the new all in one with no tower and has windows 8. I see the college teaches windows 8 on laptop only. where can we learn windows 8 on a desktop?? thanks for any advice.
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check the club listing in the thurs rec news - great computer clubs! or go here:

http://thevillagescomputerclub.com/

http://www.villagescomputerplus.com/

http://thevillagescomputerclub.com/windows8.php

http://www.dummies.com/how-to/conten...MMIES2_CONTENT
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We just bought a new "All-in-one" computer too with Windows 8. I was a little bit concerned about the Windows 8 at first, but after a couple days we both picked it up. We love it now. Did you get the touch screen? I could see where it would be harder without touch screen. We were able to use our old MS Office 2007 and MS Streets and Trips 2000 which I didn't expect. We did need to buy a new printer because the old one wasn't compatible.
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If you hate Windows 8 you can always download the free app "Classic Shell" that will make the computer look and act like Windows 7.

However, there is supposed to be a Windows 8.1 update coming out shortly that will do the same thing, since so many people hate the Windows 8 interface.
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I looked into it and Microsoft is making Win 8.1 available for download for all current Win 8 folks on Oct. 1th. I am looking forward to it. I still have problems with windows 8.
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Here are some online links direct from Microsoft:

This is an online video tutorial

Learn how to get around your PC - Microsoft Windows

Here is a download brochure:

Download Windows 8 End User Training Brochure from Official Microsoft Download Center

Hope they help someone
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jannd228 posted some good links above..

However, if your still having problems.. We offer one-on-one training if you're ever interested. We can also help you customize it a bit so you can maximize your experience.. this can include additional software, and even helping you convert your existing display into a touch screen!
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