Listen to some of you. You sound like someone stole your homework. I give Microsoft credit for changing everything, and keeping a lot the same. You have to understand the full potential of Windows 8 for these changes. Remember this OS will the first full functional OS that works across all platforms. This will work on computers, tablets, and phones, and many other devices. iOS is not a full OS and can only run small apps. Windows 8 will be able to run real apps on small devices. The metro screen is meant for all the future touch devices. Microsoft will also soon launch Windows Kinnect that will give people the ability to operate the computer with hand movements and voice commands. The future is here, if you don't like it well then keep using Windows XP

Or if you want your shortcuts go get a Mac now lol.