1. Thames Valley District School Board

2. Windows 8 - Coming to TVDSB
 Windows XP Operating System was released in 2001
 30,000 computers being upgraded to Windows 8
 Important modernization initiative will provide staff and
students with access to latest Microsoft Operating System
currently used in post-secondary, business and industry
settings

3. Benefits
 Computers will operate faster and more efficiently
 More powerful applications can be used
 Advanced support for mobile devices
 Ability to utilize touch devices
 Increased security and protection from viruses

4. Anticipated Timelines
 Begin in April 2014
 Completion in June 2014
 All remaining computers by September 2014

5. Similarities to XP
 Printers
 Network Drives
 Applications
 Usernames and passwords
 User rights

6. New in Windows 8
3 Screens:
 Desktop
 App
 Start
 Upon logging in, users will see the Desktop Screen
 Desktop screen will be similar to XP

7. Desktop Screen
Sign out
Shut down
Restart

8. App Screen
Shut down in Settings
(Press Windows Key + C)

9. Start Screen
Sign out
Shut down in Settings
(Press Windows Key + C)

10. Support Materials
Available in the Employee Portal:
 FAQs
 Reference Guides
 Windows 8 Interface Video
 Quick Reference Guide
 Full Reference Guide
 Help Desk 519-452-2005 for General Inquiries

11. Business Applications
 Departments have been asked to submit a list of
required applications
 Windows 8 computers will be made available to all
departments for testing
 Applications need to be verified for Windows 8
compatibility by March 31

12. Migration Timelines
 Client Services will notify you when Windows 8 will be
deployed to your department
 Beginning in April
 Target completion June 30th

13. Back Up Your Files
 All files saved on the C: drive must be backed-up
PRIOR to Windows 8 deployment
 Back up (save) all of your files to the S: drive
 Instructions provided on the Support Material web
page

14. Next Steps for Departments
 Communicate Information Package to your department
 Ensure department staff test applications by March 31st
 Report issues with application to I.T.S. (HEAT ticket)
 Back up all files

15. Questions?