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The thread discusses options for restoring the traditional Start menu in Windows 8, with initial mention of a free program called Start8 from Stardock. Users clarify that Start8 is not free, offering a 30-day trial and then a $4.99 fee, prompting correction from the original poster. Alternatives like Start Menu 8 by IObit are suggested, which some users claim are free; the conversation also touches on the potential approval of third-party start menu apps by Microsoft, noting they are typically not Windows Store apps. Overall, the sentiment is about finding functional, often free or affordable, third-party solutions for the missing Start menu in Windows 8.
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Just want to share with any win 8 users who might be still yearning for an old-fashioned Start button and start menu.

http://www.stardock.com/products/start8/
*** The program is Free

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The variety of third party start menus are, as far as I know, all "non" Apps, and, by their nature, will remain so. I don't see he App store being an issue as they have no affiliation there.
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Hey davidhk129, just so you know, it's not free. It's a 30 day trial and then cost $4.99.


An image from 'My Start button in Win 8.1 pro preview'. Options to download or buy Start8 software for Windows 8 or Server 2012 systems.
 
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LOL...it happens
 

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The variety of third party start menus are, as far as I know, all "non" Apps, and, by their nature, will remain so. I don't see he App store being an issue as they have no affiliation there.
 
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No dispute here. I was responding to your post. As I said, why worry? They can be all downloaded direct from the web.
FWIW. They are mostly already in the store. There isn't a great deal of supervision as to what can be there, so I guess they will remain.
 

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