The Windows 8 Consumer Preview is available and has taken the Windows interface to a whole new level. Unfortunately, the preview did not come with a desktop feature that the world makes use of billions times a day, the “Start” menu. Luckily, we have a solution!

Start8 brings the “Start” menu back to Windows 8.]

Features:

Adds a “Start” menu to the Windows 8 taskbar

Enables quick access and searching of your installed applications

Adds Run... option via right-click menu

Adds Shutdown... option via right-click menu

Choose a custom Start button image

Limitations: 30-day trial