Issues with Windows 8.1

Hi!
I am and have always been a big fan of pc over mac because of the flexibility and possibility to modify your pc.
My last five computers have all been compaq or hp and i have been very happy with them all.
I recently bought two new hp computer one hp 15-p077no and one hp 15-r069no both with windows 8.1 one for me and one for my mother, who needed a os upgrade since her old compaq with windows xp was canceled.
My previous HP G62-a35so had windows 7 and worked wonderfully until my niece spiled soda on it.
But the new os windows 8.1 is driving her mad (and i agree)! It is useless without a touchscreen. I tried with microsoft support but they refered me to the manufacturer.
I (my mother) has two major issues:
One:
She cant handle the new interface without a start button (i have a start button on my 15-p077no) but it is not in hers (15-r069no).
She needs the traditional start button. Is there a setting to show the button? Why is it showing on mine and not on hers?
Two:
She keeps on by accident changing windows by pointing at the miniatures in the desktop taskbar. Is there any posibility of hiding or removing the minatures or disabeling the auto point-show function?
Thanks Dave

Hello @DavePro,
Welcome to the HP Forums, I hope you enjoy your experience! To help you get the most out of the HP Forums I would like to direct your attention to the HP Forums Guide First Time Here? Learn How to Post and More.
I have read your post on how you are looking to disable / limit the new tile screen in favor of the start menu. When you are referring to "miniatures", are you talking about the apps on the tile screen? Has your mother's laptop installed the most recent important Windows updates?
In regards to minimizing the "Metro" UI on your Windows 8.1 computer, I recommend taking a look at this document on How to keep the Windows 8.1 Modern UI out of your way. This should help to utilize the desktop more than the tile menu on your mother's computer.
Please re-post with the results of your troubleshooting, as well as the requested information above. I look forward to your reply!
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