How to Keep the Windows 8.1 Start Screen Alive in Windows 10

As Windows 10’s public preview continues to evolve, many users find themselves torn between the modern conveniences of Microsoft’s latest OS and the familiar layout they’ve grown to love in Windows 8.1. If you’re one of those who spent years mastering the full-screen Start menu and aren’t ready to let go, there’s still a way to preserve that tile-based experience in Windows 10. With a bit of tweaking, plus a small foray into the Windows Registry, you can have your new system looking and behaving more like the old one you cherished.