At the Build 2013 conference, Microsoft released the new Windows 8.1. The most exciting thing about this new system release is the return of the "start button". In addition, the new system supports multi task split screen display, with built-in Xbox Music, which is the new Outlook and touchscreen version of Office. By the way, this new system is also the first operating system that supports 3D printing.

Start button regression

This time, the new system announced that the "start button" would return, which attracted the attention of many old users. After a small public survey and inquiry, we finally concluded that the effect of clicking the "Start button" should be like this.

The "Start" menu will be called up in the imagination (this effect can be realized through plug-ins at present)

Although the Win key is still used as the shortcut key for "Start" by default, this time we activate the "Start button" to call up a Metro interface instead of the traditional start menu. If you think you can find your old operating habits on the "Start Menu", you may be disappointed by the return of the "Start Button".

Click "Start Button" to enter Metro interface

Multi task split screen display

The new system supports multi task synchronized split screen display, but the practicability is still questionable.

Built in Bing News

Use split screen to display multiple tasks

Integrated Xbox Music

The new version of Xbox Music adds the function of music radio. We can use the radio to listen to the music list of personal collection, and at the same time, we will get the recommendation of relevant music from the system.

The new XBox Music has not been experienced yet

IE 11

IE 11 finally meets you in Windows 8.1, supporting WebGL technology and 3D standards.

Maybe Microsoft has made IE11 appear in front of everyone with a new attitude this time, and provided users with more powerful performance. But I'm sorry, using IE to download a Chrome has become an attitude of many users.

IE 11 began to do good. Although this shows a new attitude, we can't deny that it is a little late. Of course, "wait and see" is what our users are most willing to do.