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In pictures: Windows 8.1 brings back Start menu, tweaks interface

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At last! Microsoft has bowed to consumer demand and returned a Start button of sorts to Windows 8.1. (News.com)

Choose your desktop background as your Start screen background in Windows 8.1, creating a sense of unity and familiarity. (Microsoft Corp.)

Search in Windows 8.1 is powered by Bing and scours a variety of sources both on your computer and off. (Microsoft Corp.)

Windows 8.1 imporves the Search engine to help you get things done, fast and easy. (Microsoft Corp.)

In Windows 8.1 Preview, SkyDrive is connected more deeply to your PC or tablet. (Microsoft Corp.)

Multitasking made easier with Windows 8.1. (Microsoft Corp.)

More than two apps can share the screen at the same timethe result is greater productivity, with apps working together and more efficiently to complete complex tasks. (Microsoft Corp.)

Your Start screen gets even more personal in Windows 8.1 (Microsoft Corp.)