How does the Windows 8.1 Start Button work? Microsoft will be only changing the Start “tip” or Power Menu or WinX Menu to the familiar Windows logo.

Tkachenko explained that while he prefers the Start Menu of previous versions, the new button in Windows 8.1 is no replacement. StartIsGone at least allows users to remove the button and reclaim ...

With Windows Blue, a k a Windows 8.1, Microsoft is re-introducing a Start Button and adding a boot-straight-to-desktop option. Here's how these may work.

Windows 11 offers a variety of features that enable users to personalize their desktop or laptop. One of the most prominent features is the Start button, which has been a crucial component of the ...

With Windows Blue, aka Windows 8.1, Microsoft is reintroducing a Start button and adding a boot-straight-to-desktop option. Here's how these may work.

Microsoft details the changes coming to Windows. May 30, 2013 — -- The Start button is getting a fresh start. Microsoft has revealed some of the changes coming to Windows 8.1 and, as expected ...

When that’s done, just head to the Windows 8 Desktop and you’ll see something that looks like an acorn where the Start button normally resides.

Most internal builds of Windows 8.1 do not include the Start button or boot to desktop options, but Microsoft is said to be planning how to add these into the operating system.

Can Windows 8 “Blue” help boost PC sales? Will Microsoft bring back the Start Menu?

Microsoft took the bold steps of removing the traditional Windows 8 Start menu and Start button orb from its Windows 8 Consumer Preview last week. Desktop PC users are currently debating the ...

Windows 7's Start Menu Properties dialog lets you change the function of the power button and prevent recent items from being displayed on the menu. Screenshot by Dennis O'Reilly/CNET ...