community it innovators - windows 8.1
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Microsoft released Windows 8 with a bang, but got an earful of feedback from users. Now they are getting ready to release Windows 8.1, which leverages the cloud and provides some improvements to Windows 8. We are not sure what this new version of Windows will be called, so for now we are referring to it as Windows 8.1. David Dawson, Senior Engineer, shared a preview of Windows 8.1 and discussed how to get your organization ready for it. Some nonprofits may have decided to skip the upgrade from Windows 7 to 8, but will be considering whether they should jump in with Windows 8.1. Here are some of the questions that will be addressed during the webinar. o How is Windows 8.1 different from Windows 8? o What type of preparation and training is required to transition your staff into Windows 8.1? o What are the costs involved in making the transition? o How will Microsoft’s shift to more cloud-based services affect your organization?TRANSCRIPT
Community IT Innovators Webinar Series
David DawsonSenior Engineer
Community IT Innovators
September 26, 2013
Dive into Windows 8.1
Webinar Tips
• Ask questionsPost questions via chat
• InteractRespond to polls during webinar
• FocusAvoid multitasking. You may just miss the best part of
the presentation
• Webinar Powerpoint & RecordingPowerpoint and recording links will be shared after the
webinar
About Community IT
Community IT Innovators partners with nonprofits to help them solve
their strategic & day-to-day IT challenges.
StrategicProactive approach so you can make IT decisions that support your
mission and grow with you
Collaborative Team of over 40 staff who empower you to make informed IT choices
Invested We are committed to supporting your mission, and take care of your IT
network as if it were our own
Nonprofit focus Worked with over 900 nonprofits since 1993
Poll
How many staff are in your organization?
- 1-20
- 20-50
- 50-100
- More than 100
Big changes in Windows or not?
Demo
Is Windows 8.1 right for my organization?
or not?
Poll
Which version of Windows is most widely
used in your organization?
- Windows XP
- Windows 7
- Windows 8
- Don’t Know
- Other including Mac, Linux
Windows hasn’t changed much
Windows hasn’t changed much
Windows hasn’t changed much
Windows hasn’t changed much
Windows 8
Windows 8.1
Windows 8.1
Windows 8.1
Windows 8.1
Beyond the user interface
• Apps, cloud, touch
• Boot times
• New uses – Miracast, 3D printing, cameras
• Connecting to Twitter, Facebook
Beyond the user interface
• Drivers & applications – low concern
• Interface
• More customizable than before
• Storing items in SkyDrive
SkyDrive
• Integration in Windows
• Collaborative editing
• Sharing options
• Edit and preview many formats
• Photo slideshow
SkyDrive
SkyDrive SkyDrive Pro
Use with Outlook.com Office 365
Storage 7 GB 25 GB
Increase to 207 GB Unlimited*
Demo
The good
• Start button
• Start page
• Windows Store
• Cloud: documents, social, services
• Security, boot time, wider number of
devices: touch screens, longer battery life
Questionable
• Hidden elements (how to log off?)
• Control Panel and PC Settings
• Support considerations
• New form factors
Is Windows 8.1 right for my org?
• Evaluating new operating system
– Drivers & applications – low concern
– Effort for deployment, on-going support
– User experience
– Training for helpdesk and for staff
• Effectiveness
Resource Links
• Lynda.com training on Windows 8.1http://www.lynda.com/Windows-tutorials/Windows-81-Preview-First-Look/140199-
2.htm
• Windows 8.1 Preview at Microsofthttp://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/preview
• TechSoup Windows donationshttp://www.techsoup.org/get-product-donations/product-
catalog/products/partner-Microsoft/platform-Windows/solution-
Manage%20Workstations/sort-name-desc/
• Windows 8.1 Preview FAQhttp://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/preview-faq
Upcoming Webinar
October 24
IT Planning & Budgeting
Presenters
Johan Hammerstrom, COO
Norwin Herrera, La Clinica del Pueblo
Next Steps
• Connect with us
• Provide feedback
Short survey after you exit the webinar. Be sure to
include any questions that were not answered.
• Missed anything?
Link to slides & recording will be emailed to you.
Schedule Free Consultation
We can help your organization decide if your
organization is ready to move to Windows 8.1.
Email [email protected] to schedule
a free 30 minute phone consultation.