“…Within each pair, the two sites are at metro distance, while the pairs connect at long distance over asynchronous links. …”

“…The latest edition of Absolute Beginner's Guide to Computer Basics is updated with coverage of Windows 8, which introduces the totally new Metro user interface. Given Metro's genesis as a mobile interface, and Microsoft's push towards a new breed of touchscreen computing devices, this new edition will include more hardware coverage than previous editions. …”

“…A guide to insights and best practices with both open data sharing and civic apps competitions based on the authors' experience with Apps 4 Metro Chicago IL. This will also serve as a "how-to" guide for community and developer outreach, which is a key element to a successful competition…”

“…In this webcast, Mike Halsey MVP, the author of "Windows 8: Out of the Box" will introduce the new Metro interface in Windows 8, show you how to use it and get the best out of it, and help build your confidence with your new computer…”