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"Windows 8 Consumer Preview First Look"

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Exploring the new features in Windows
Downloading the Windows 8 installer
Creating an installer DVD or USB drive
Installing Windows 8 side by side with Windows 7
Installing on a virtual machine
Starting Windows 8 for the first time
Using the Windows 8 boot menu
Using Metro apps
Docking two Metro apps
Using Windows 8 charms
Docking and arranging apps on the Start screen
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