Microsoft Windows XP Step by Step,9780735613836

Microsoft Windows XP Step by Step

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ISBN13: 9780735613836
ISBN10: 0735613834
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2001-10-26
Publisher(s): Microsoft Pr
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Summary

Microsoft Windows XP Step by Step offers self-paced instruction to the beginning-to-intermediate user who wants to get the most out of Windows XP. This personal training system offers easy-to- follow lessons full of clear objectives, a wealth of task- oriented procedures, and dozens of real-world business scenarios. The book consists of friendly, straightforward instruction with dozens of full-colour screenshots and illustrations to help you learn exactly what you need to know at your own pace. A companion CD-ROM includes practice files that are tightly integrated with the lessons, plus movie-style demonstrations of key procedures. Other features include a "QuickLook Guide" for easy visual navigation, a "Finding the Best Starting Point for You" section to help you decide how to get the most out of the book, and a special lay-flat binding to keep the book open during lessons.

Table of Contents

What's New in Microsoft Windows XP vii
Getting Help ix
Using the Book's CD-ROM xi
Conventions and Features xv
Getting Started with Windows XP
1(15)
Understanding Windows XP Basics
2(3)
Logging On to a Windows XP Professional Computer on a Network Domain
5(4)
Logging On to a Windows XP Home Edition Computer
9(3)
Logging Off of Windows XP
12(1)
Shutting Down a Windows XP Professional Computer
13(1)
Shutting Down a Windows XP Home Edition Computer
14(2)
Working Efficiently in Windows XP
16(24)
Getting to Know the Windows Desktop
18(2)
Working with the Start Menu
20(7)
Using the Taskbar
27(4)
Creating Shortcuts
31(5)
Rearranging Your Desktop
36(1)
Cleaning Up Your Desktop
37(3)
Managing Computer Security
40(20)
Changing Your Computer's Name
42(4)
Working with User Accounts in Windows XP Professional
46(7)
Working with User Accounts in Windows XP Home Edition
53(4)
Switching Quickly Among Users
57(3)
Adding Hardware and Software
60(30)
Installing Speakers and a Microphone
63(5)
Installing a Local Printer
68(6)
Installing a Network Printer
74(4)
Installing a Scanner or Camera
78(1)
Installing a Storage Device
79(2)
Installing Internal Devices
81(2)
Installing a New Software Program
83(4)
Installing Windows Components
87(1)
Starting Programs Automatically
87(3)
Working with Files and Folders
90(36)
Exploring Your Computer
93(8)
Viewing Files and Folders in Different Ways
101(6)
Looking at File and Folder Information
107(6)
Creating, Editing, and Deleting Files and Folders
113(5)
Moving and Renaming Files and Folders
118(4)
Finding Files
122(4)
Personalizing Windows XP
126(30)
Changing the Look and Feel of Windows
127(3)
Applying a Custom Desktop Background
130(3)
Selecting a Screen Saver
133(3)
Changing Your Monitor Settings
136(3)
Changing Your System's Date and Time
139(4)
Changing Your Regional and Language Settings
143(3)
Making Windows XP Easier to See and Use
146(2)
Training Your Computer to Recognize Your Voice
148(5)
Choosing a Voice for Your Computer
153(3)
Making Connections
156(20)
Connecting to the Internet
157(6)
Networking Two or More Computers
163(1)
Sharing Drives and Folders
164(4)
Sharing a Printer
168(2)
Connecting to a Virtual Private Network
170(6)
Communicating with Other People
176(42)
Creating a Passport Account
177(6)
Setting Up Windows Messenger
183(4)
Adding Contacts to Windows Messenger
187(4)
Sending and Receiving Instant Messages
191(5)
Setting Up Outlook Express
196(8)
Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages
204(4)
Creating E-mail Stationery
208(4)
Adding Contacts to Your Address Book
212(6)
Having Fun with Windows XP
218(30)
Playing Games
219(1)
Surfing the Web
220(6)
Using Windows Media Player
226(7)
Personalizing Windows Media Player
233(1)
Listening to Music from a CD or from Your Computer
234(4)
Creating a Music Playlist
238(2)
Copying Music Files to a CD or Handheld Device
240(1)
Sharing Digital Photos
241(7)
Solving Problems
248(35)
Keeping Your Computer Up to Date
249(2)
Diagnosing System Problems
251(6)
Cleaning Up Your Hard Disk
257(2)
Defragmenting Your Hard Disk Drive
259(2)
Helping Yourself
261(2)
Joining a Windows Newsgroup
263(4)
Contacting Product Support
267(3)
Asking for Help from Someone Else
270(5)
Backing Up and Restoring Files
275(3)
Restoring Your Operating System
278(5)
Quick Reference 283(20)
Getting Started with Windows XP
283(1)
Working Efficiently in Windows XP
283(2)
Managing Computer Security
285(2)
Adding Hardware and Software
287(3)
Working with Files and Folders
290(2)
Personalizing Windows XP
292(2)
Making Connections
294(2)
Communicating with Other People
296(1)
Having Fun with Windows XP
297(1)
Solving Problems
298(5)
Glossary 303(20)
Index 323

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