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abstinence
About this tag
The tag abstinence on WindowsForum.com refers to the practice of avoiding the Windows 8 Start screen and Store Apps by booting directly to the Desktop. Users discuss using Windows 8 without engaging with its modern interface, treating the Start screen as optional. The tag captures a user strategy for maintaining a traditional desktop experience on Windows 8.
From some of what one reads it seems some people are looking for an antidote to the Windows 8 Start screen & its Tiles and ways to avoid Store APPs.
Appears they are looking for silver bullets to slay the dragon. Fear not good Folks... it can all be not the bane of your existence through one...