The Windows 8.1 simulator will offer numerous benefits to users, including:

: Ensure your host machine has sufficient physical RAM. Increasing virtual memory to twice your physical RAM size can also help stabilize the environment.

For a "better" experience where you can actually run software, setting up a Virtual Machine (VM) is the standard professional method. Oracle VM VirtualBox VMware Workstation Player

: Tips on disabling the "active corners" to prevent the accidental triggering of the Charms bar during desktop use. Gaming Edge