While I hated the Windows 8 Start menu (and those damn awful charms too), I'm gradually beginning to accept the Windows 10 one. Sure, it's not a patch on the XP or Win7 one, but it sort-of works. Ish.

If you, too, are running Windows 8 or 10 and you long for the return of a better Start menu, check out a program called Start Menu 8. Despite the name, it actually works just fine with Windows 8 and 10 (I tried it with 10). It's free, and it's had more than 10 million downloads so far, so clearly it's well-regarded.
The download runs to around 6 MB. The program is malware-free according to VirusTotal and Web of Trust. When you run the installer, you'll be asked if you want the free or Pro version. Make sure you select the free option unless you intend to pay for the Pro one. The free one should do everything you need, and it promises no nagging for upgrades too. Which is nice.   Read More