This book covers the new operating system Windows 8 which is considerably different to previous versions of Windows. Windows 8 is primarily for touch screen devices, i.e. smart phones, tablets and touch screen computers. However this book covers Windows 8 on a desktop computer or laptop. It is written in an easy to understand manner in plain English cutting out all the computer jargon which seems to confuse so many people. The opening chapters will cover the basics of your computer i.e. your computer, monitor, keyboard and mouse and these chapters are for those of you who are completely new to computers. The following chapters cover Broadband, the importance of Anti-Virus Software, Getting Started with Windows 8, Using the Internet, Email, Adding Contacts and backing up your work. There is also a chapter covering files and folders. Although this book is aimed at beginners, it will also assist those who are computer literate but who are new to Windows 8.