Personalizing your Windows 8 computer is the key to enjoying the benefits of Microsoft's new, powerful OS. In this course, taught by the enjoyable Gary Grudzinskas, you get setup fast and on the right path to getting the most out of your PC.

Microsoft has filled Windows 8 with all kinds of ways to customize how your PC looks and feels. In this 18 tutorial course, you not only learn how to become the master of your PC, but you also see how to maximize your productivity.

Gary explains how to setup everything from your clock to your audio system and, all along the way, you get those insider tips and tricks to make your transition to Windows 8 smooth and, perhaps, even enjoyable!

Everybody fears computer crashes. I know I do! That's why the last several sections of this course give you the tools and know-how to protect, backup and restore your valuable data.

So sit back and get ready to get setup with the always entertaining instruction of Gary Grudzinskas.

Table of contents:

1. Where Are You?
2. A List of Characters
3. Stream and Share
4. The Windows Experience Index
5. General Folder Options
6. View and Search Options
7. Windows Features: You May Need One
8. Launch What You Want
9. Save Your Energy
10. What to Do for What You Plug in
11. Tweak Your Speakers
12. Computer Speak
13. Properties Name and Description
14. Advanced Properties Settings
15. Let's Start over With Refresh
16. Restore Points
17. Create and Configure Restores
18. Just in Case Your Computer Melts
19. Where to Look
20. Clean up Your Room