A unified "Smart Search" powered by Bing allowed users to search across their local files, apps, and the web simultaneously.
Windows 8.1 allowed users to snap up to four apps side-by-side on a single screen, with flexible resizing of each window. Key Features and Capabilities window 8.1
Windows 8.1 introduced several technical and functional improvements that laid the groundwork for Windows 10: A unified "Smart Search" powered by Bing allowed
Windows 8 was a radical departure from the desktop-centric design of Windows 7. It removed the Start menu, introduced full-screen "Live Tiles," and prioritized tablets over traditional PCs. While innovative, it frustrated long-time users who relied on a mouse and keyboard. It removed the Start menu, introduced full-screen "Live
The Start screen became more customizable, offering more tile sizes and the ability to use desktop wallpapers as Start screen backgrounds for a more cohesive feel.