Basic Windows 8 Interface

1. Basic
Interface
Source: http://www.techgau.org/2012/06/basic-windows-8-interface.html

3. Metro
Metro is probably the most advertised feature of Windows 8.
If you’ve seen their Windows Phone, you’ll notice that the start page
has square tiles where information is displayed and shortcuts to apps
are easily accessed. This is called Live Tiles for Windows Phone, and
Metro for Windows computers.

4. Metro is a station where all of your favorite stuff can be
pinned for quick access.
You can pin a frequently emailed contact for instant messaging, or
You can pin certain websites for instant access when you fire up
your computer.
You can also pin contacts for easy communicating such as chat or
email.
Basically, Metro works like widgets for Android. Information is
displayed, such as:
unread emails and
Weather
You can switch to the traditional desktop view with a quick
click in the corner.

5. Funny Unlock Screens
Windows 8, Microsoft takes a very unique approach to the
subject with picture lock.
Picture lock works by:
choosing a photo of your choice.
You are required to make three gestures to unlock the screen.
You’re also given traditional ways of unlocking your
computer. You can enter a password or type in a PIN.

6. Charms
Charms is a small menu found on
the right that you can bring up when you
need something done.
For example:
If you need to search for a file, you can just
bring it up.
Charms also gives you access to
settings and other system related functions
for easy access. It’s like the taskbar of
Windows.