Microsoft Windows 8. Features Detailed: Start Button Revival and App Improvements on The Way.

The Start button is getting a fresh start. Microsoft has revealed some of the changes coming to Windows 8. Start button in the left- hand corner of the operating system to make it easier for users who choose to use a mouse and keyboard. The button was removed in Windows 8, the touchscreen- centric software that was released on laptops, desktops and tablets in October.

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But that's just one of many new additions Microsoft plans to add to Windows 8. Windows 8 users. Start Screen and App Improvements The operating system is still centered around the Start Screen, which is full of tiles or apps. In Windows 8. 1, however, there are new tile sizes and it is easier to move around the blocks.

You press and hold the tiles now, similar to how you can rearrange apps in Android. There are other small changes, too. For instance, when you download a new app, it won't automatically be added to your Start Screen now, it will be put in a new app view. Microsoft has also improved its own apps. The new global search function will now search Bing and the Music and Photos apps have been redesigned. It's also easier to use two apps at once now. You can still put two apps side by side with Snap, but you can change the sizes of the windows and now you can run three apps side by side.

RELATED: 5 Reasons PC Sales Have Nose- Dived. The biggest app improvement though might be Internet Explorer 1. The new browser has speed and touchscreen improvements. Additionally, instead of having to swipe down from the top of the screen to make the address bar or tabs appear, you can set them to be always- visble. Those tabs will also sync across Windows 8.

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While Microsoft has heard the call for some simpler navigation around the operating system, it also added some fun features. In Windows 8. 1, you will be able to add a slideshow of photos to the lock screen. There are also more colors and backgrounds for the Start Screen, including animated graphics. Beyond Touch. Microsoft CFO and CMO of Windows Tami Reller told ABC News last month that one of the major pieces of feedback about Windows 8 had to do with non- touchscreen computers.

We've focused on a number of improvements to ensure easier navigation for people using a mouse and keyboard," Antoine Leblond, corporate vice president of Windows Program Management, said in a blog post. We've improved the way you navigate to Start with the mouse by changing the Start 'tip' to be the familiar Windows logo.". Clicking on the Start tip in the lower left- hand corner will bring you back to the Start Screen. No, you won't get the traditional Start menu. Microsoft will announce other Windows 8. Leblond said in the post.

The company has acknowledged that while 1. Windows 8 licenses have been sold since the release in late October, users have complained about the big changes. We've learned a lot from customers in how they are using the product and have received a lot of feedback," Leblond said. We've been watching, we've been listening.

Windows 8. 1 will continue to build on what you love bringing the latest advancements in hardware, apps, cloud services and the OS to enable a unique experience in everything you do.".

Coalition for Marriage’s Melbourne launch gatecrashed. Coalition for Marriage's Melbourne launch was interrupted by two female protesters who shared a kiss in front of shocked onlookers before being removed by security. The two women who have yet to be identified ran up to the podium before campaigner and 'parental rights advocate' Cella White was due to speak and embraced passionately. Security rushed forward and grabbed one of the women's coats before pulling them both off the stage and out of the building.

In the images released from the rally the women appear to have spoken into the microphone in front of the crowd of no- voters before deciding to kiss. In the images released from the rally the women appear to have spoken into the microphone in front of the crowd of no- voters before deciding to kiss Melbourne campaigner Cella White - accused of falsely claiming her son was told he could wear a dress to Frankston High School - spoke at the CFM event on Saturday night about the abuse she has received since appearing in the group's anti- gay marriage ad. The sultry kiss wasn't the only disruption that night though with protesters storming the hall with a sign that said 'burn churches not queers.'Audience members were seen taking pictures of the duo dressed in disguised sunglasses before security was again asked to escort them from the premises. Coalition for Marriage's Melbourne launch was interrupted by two female protesters who shared a kiss in front of shocked onlookers before being removed by security. The two women who have yet to be identified ran up to the podium before campaigner and 'parental rights advocate' Cella White was due to speak and embraced passionately. Security rushed forward and grabbed one of the women's coats before pulling them both off the stage and out of the building.

The women were escorted from the building after sharing their cheeky embrace. Australian Christian Lobby chief Lyle Shelton and Keith Mills, the leader of Ireland's unsuccessful No campaign, also addressed the Coalition for Marriage in Melbourne today.

CFM has this week been holding meetings across Australia to convince voters to reject a change to the legal definition of marriage. Both sides of the marriage debate ramped up their campaigning on Saturday with rallies, door- knockings and text message among the mediums used. Thousands rallied through Brisbane for the annual pride festival while 'yes' campaigners doorknocked tens of thousands of homes across the nation. The sultry kiss wasn't the only disruption that night though with protesters storming the hall with a sign that said 'burn churches not queers'Audience members were seen taking pictures of the duo dressed in disguised sunglasses before security was again asked to escort them from the premises. Australian Christian Lobby chief Lyle Shelton and Keith Mills, the leader of Ireland's unsuccessful No campaign, also addressed the Coalition for Marriage in Melbourne today (pictured a protester at the event)Meanwhile, a smattering of same- sex marriage opponents gathered in Sydney's gay heartland while preparations were made for the Coalition for Marriage's Victorian launch. Alex Greenwich, who is a NSW MP, urged supporters of the Yes campaign to focus on the task at hand.'It is so important for the marriage equality campaign that we do not get distracted by the people who are always trying to throw red herrings,' he told AAP. He said he was heartened by the feedback from same- sex marriage supporters involved in the door- knocking campaign and said there was strong support 'across all demographics, all ages'. On the other side of the debate, about 2.

Straight Lives Matter rally in Sydney's LGBTIQ heartland, Darlinghurst (pictured is the rally in Melbourne)The campaign also extended to SMS with a message urging people to 'vote YES for a fairer Australia' and help make history. On the other side of the debate, about 2.

Straight Lives Matter rally in Sydney's LGBTIQ heartland, Darlinghurst. Organised by a group of self- described patriots, one of the speakers urged people to push back against the 'sick and vile homosexual agenda' in Australian schools and universities.'No amount of surgical mutilation by some dodgy surgeon in the Philippines can make you a woman,' Toby Cooke said.  The result of the voluntary postal survey on same- sex marriage is due on November 1.