Windows 8 for IT pros

• Reimagined system applications 
• Customizing and configuring Windows 8  
•  Client Hyper-V  
• Redesigned NTFS health model and chkdsk 
• Windows PowerShell 
• Networking enhancements  
• Remote Server Administration Tools  
•  Windows Server 2012  
• Summary 

Microsoft Windows 8 is optimized for making your life as an IT pro easier. Increased
functionality and innovative new features distinguish Windows 8 from all other
previous operating systems. Windows 8 provides reimagined system applications,
expanded user customization, new tools such as Windows PowerShell 3.0, and new
functionality, such as integrated mobile broadband support. These additions, alongside
redesigned Windows Server 2012 remote management features, make Windows 8 one of
the most advanced operating system offerings from Microsoft—ever.
IT pros that have experience in Windows 7 will have no problem quickly   learning to
navigate through Windows 8. Its enhanced usability and new features make   everything
you need readily available. In addition to feature upgrades, accessibility, and   expanded
functionality, significant improvements have been made in areas such as startup
and shutdown times and general performance. This chapter explains some of the
key   improvements and added features for the Windows 8 operating system that are
 specifically important to IT pros.