If you're running Windows 8.1 today and want the Start menu back, take a look at our list of the best, least expensive, and most authentic Windows 8 Start menu replacements.

Most internal builds of Windows 8.1 do not include the Start button or boot to desktop options, but Microsoft is said to be planning how to add these into the operating system.

As per the Windows 8.1 Preview, you can now turn the Start button back on, turn off the hot corners, and boot straight to the Desktop after logging in.

Several third-party utilities can serve as Start menu replacements for Windows 8 users who aren't as keen on the new Start screen.

With Windows Blue, a k a Windows 8.1, Microsoft is re-introducing a Start Button and adding a boot-straight-to-desktop option. Here's how these may work.

Windows 8.1, which will be available for download in a preview version on June 26, will feature the good old Start button in desktop mode. Users who dislike the new Modern UI/Metro interface will ...

The new Start menu was designed to replace the Start screen and still be able to access all your Windows RT 8.1 apps.

Microsoft Windows 8.1 Features Detailed: Start Button Revival and App Improvements Coming Microsoft details the changes coming to Windows.

Naturally, users grew accustomed to it. While users can’t fully add the functionality back without third-party tools, Microsoft is allowing users to bypass the Start Screen in Windows 8.1.

No Power button on Windows 8.1 Start Screen? If Power Options button is missing, learn how to show, hide, remove, toggle the Power button on Start Screen.