How Windows 8 makes me more efficient

[TheGuy]

I know there has been a lot of mixed feelings on Microsoft swapping the start bar for metro interface.

In my experience after figuring out how to make use of the Metro interface I find it a lot more efficient.
By arranging the computer a bit I can reach almost any application or setting by either single or by pressing the windows key and typing the first few letters of the application.

With the old start bar method you had click start - All Programs - Company name - Application. Or accessories - system tools - tool.
Typing is also a lot faster than click - wait for window - look - click - wait for window.

What has your experiences been and what benefits do you think the start bar holds?

 

[copacetic]

I can't imagine anything being faster than the pinned taskbar or desktop shortcuts I already use in Win7, to be honest.

 

[TheGuy]

But I cannot store everything I use on the computer on the taskbar.

 

[hello.goo]

or by pressing the windows key and typing the first few letters of the application.

What has your experiences been and what benefits do you think the start bar holds?

I do that in windows 7...

 

[TheGuy]

I do that in windows 7...

True it is possible but now they are forcing everyone to do it.

 

[IziWhatNow]

And we as supposed 'IT go-to guys' have to teach others to learn a new, somewhat intimidating UI. No thanks

 

[TheGuy]

And we as supposed 'IT go-to guys' have to teach others to learn a new, somewhat intimidating UI. No thanks

People need to learn to search when working with computers. If you are proficient with search you can do anything with a computer.

 

[IziWhatNow]

For most people computers are a means to an end. Not the end.

How many companies still use XP? It's simply a way of opening the software their employees need. They won't be upgrading to 8 because there is no need to learn a new UI.

Metro solves no problem. It's not needed. Besides, it makes my expensive desktop feel like a tablet.

 

[Hamster]

I can't imagine anything being faster than the pinned taskbar or desktop shortcuts I already use in Win7, to be honest.

A proper search/keyword launcher. The less you mouse the faster you go.

That said, I do not feel that desperate urge to upgrade. I'm not avoiding it but definitely not going out of way to get it.

 

[TheGuy]

For most people computers are a means to an end. Not the end.

How many companies still use XP? It's simply a way of opening the software their employees need. They won't be upgrading to 8 because there is no need to learn a new UI.

Metro solves no problem. It's not needed. Besides, it makes my expensive desktop feel like a tablet.

It solves the problem of making you more efficient it you learn to use it and now that it is forced on you people will.

A proper search/keyword launcher. The less you mouse the faster you go.

That said, I do not feel that desperate urge to upgrade. I'm not avoiding it but definitely not going out of way to get it.

I agree there is no need to rush to upgrade I'm just highlighting what I think Microsoft's idea is behind the Metro Interface.

 

[Centronix]

I do that in windows 7...

+1

 

[Hamster]

I agree there is no need to rush to upgrade I'm just highlighting what I think Microsoft's idea is behind the Metro Interface.

Since you've played with it: can one change the size/zoom level of those tiles? For instance, can I press CTRL and use my mouse wheel to size the, like icons or something or are they just that default size?

 

[Centronix]

People need to learn to search when working with computers. If you are proficient with search you can do anything with a computer.

Does this include solitaire?

 

[TheGuy]

Does this include solitaire?

We don't mess with Solitaire receptionists and PAs has the power to shutdown the private sector if they strike.

 

[iAmThePope]

I've used the dev preview some time ago. A lot better now. But will I upgrade? Meh, not soon.

 

[copacetic]

But I cannot store everything I use on the computer on the taskbar.

Whatever works for you!

 

[TheGuy]

Since you've played with it: can one change the size/zoom level of those tiles? For instance, can I press CTRL and use my mouse wheel to size the, like icons or something or are they just that default size?

Not sure will have to check it out

 

[HAL 9000]

For ALL those Windows 8 upgrade users that are missing their Windows 7 Start Menu - all is NOT lost - simply install this utility and get all your Start Menu functionality back again - and the option to go to the Metro / Modern GUI as well!

http://www.stardock.com/products/start8/

 

[kingrob]

For ALL those Windows 8 upgrade users that are missing their Windows 7 Start Menu - all is NOT lost - simply install this utility and get all your Start Menu functionality back again - and the option to go to the Metro / Modern GUI as well!

http://www.stardock.com/products/start8/

The Windows 8 Start Menu is actually very fast (I'm using an Core i3 desktop CPU with 8GB RAM) and you can pin anything on there that you would want.

 

[cerebus]

Nothing beats Rocketdock, yo.