On the other hand, experiencing Windows 8 on a touch-capable device is somewhat more intuitive—but some basic aspects of the OS will still mystify many. Don't panic.

Click the Start Menu, then Control Panel. In Windows XP, look for Add/Remove Programs; in Windows 7/Vista, it's called Programs and Features. Open it to see a list of installed programs.

Susan Kindler, a self-described “newbie to Windows,” asked me about a good Windows 7 tutorial. There are plenty of books and DVDs available to take you step by step through Windows. I’m sure ...

Actually, there is a manual of sorts, though how anyone would ever find it is beyond me. It’s called the Windows 8 End User Training Brochure, which sounds like something aimed at MIcrosoft ...

Windows are some of the most important components you’ll select when planning a new home or a major remodel. They’re expensive, and choosing the wrong ones will cost you in the long run. The ...