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Get a head start evaluating Windows 8.1 - with early technical insights from award-winning journalist and Windows expert Ed Bott. Based on the Windows 8.1 Preview release, this guide introduces new features and capabilities, with scenario-based advice on how Windows 8.1 can meet the needs of your business. Get the high-level overview you need to begin preparing your deployment now.

Preview new features and enhancements, including:

• How features compare to Windows 7 and Windows XP
• The Windows 8.1 user experience
• Deployment
• Security features
• Internet Explorer 11
• Delivering Windows apps
• Recovery options
• Networking and remote access
• Managing mobile devices
• Virtualization
• Windows RT 8.1