14 DAY TRIAL // It seems like the Windows 8 Start Screen irks a sufficient amount of users to make way for applications designed specifically to bypass it. RetroUI is such a program that lets you log straight into the classic Windows desktop for a small fee, $4.95 / 4 EUR.
Developed by Thinix, the application’s main purpose is to ignore the Modern UI Start Screen without denying access to it. No security settings are altered and you can also disable Modern Style features such as Charms Bar or Hot Corners; these will become inactive regardless of input method (keyboard, mouse or touch).
The default Start Screen bypass can be enabled for the Lock Screen as well.
RetroUI is available for download on this page. It costs $4.95 / 4 EUR for three devices and you can try it for free for seven days.