3. Using and Customizing the Start Screen

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Windows RT represents a significant departure from previous versions of Windows, a fact that is obvious from the moment you power on your Surface. Instead of a desktop filled with icons, the Windows RT Start screen offers a rich and colorful environment for interacting with and launching your apps.

Locating and Launching Apps

The Start screen consists of a series of tiles arranged within groups. Tiles can launch an app or link to content within an app, such as ...

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