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Windows Vista: The Definitive Guide
The Definitive Guide
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- Table of Contents
- + Preface
- Part I
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Getting Started with Windows Vista
- + Optimizing Windows Vista’s Interface
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Fine-Tuning Windows Vista’s Appearance and Performance
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Installing, Configuring, and Maintaining Software
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Customizing Your Computer’s Hardware Devices
- + Hardware Installation: What’s Changed
- + Hardware Installation: What You Need to Know
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Learning About Your Computer’s Hardware Devices
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Customizing Your Computer’s Input Devices, Regional Settings, and Date/Time
- + Installing and Managing Hardware
- Part II
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Mastering Windows Explorer and Searching Your Computer
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Navigating the Web with Internet Explorer 7
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Creating Your Media Library with Windows Media Player
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Getting into Your Multimedia
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Playing Your Media
- + Building Your Media Library
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Getting into Your Multimedia
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Capturing and Managing Your Digital Pictures and Videos
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Making Video DVDs and Movies
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Creating Video DVDs with Windows DVD Maker
- Getting Started with Windows DVD Maker
- + Adding Your Pictures and Videos, and Setting the Play Order
- Setting the DVD Burning and Playback Options
- Customizing the DVD Menu
- Customizing Your Picture Slide Show and Adding an Audio Soundtrack
- Previewing and Finishing Your Video Project
- Opening and Burning Saved Projects
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Creating Movies with Windows Movie Maker
- Getting Started with Windows Movie Maker
- Creating Your Storyboard
- Editing Your Storyboard
- Creating an AutoMovie
- Adding Effects to Your Video
- Adding Transitions to Your Video
- Adding Narration, Music, and Other Audio
- Adding Titles, Credits, and Overlays
- Setting Video Options
- Previewing and Finishing Your Movie Project
- Opening and Producing Saved Projects
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Creating Video DVDs with Windows DVD Maker
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Securing and Sharing Your Data
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Setting Up Printers, Scanners, and Fax Machines
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Making the Most of Your Computer’s Accessories
- Part III
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Setting Up Your Network
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Protecting Your Computer with Windows Defender and Windows Firewall
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Using Windows Mail, Calendars, and Contacts
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Mastering Dial-Up, Broadband, and On-the-Go Networking
- Part IV
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Managing User Accounts and Parental Controls
- Managing Access to Your Computer
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Managing Your User Account
- Changing Your Account Name
- Changing Your Account Picture
- Changing Your Account Type
- Creating Your Password
- Changing Your Password
- Storing Your Password for Recovery
- Recovering Your Password
- Managing Other People’s User Accounts
- Creating User Accounts for Other People
- Changing User Account Names for Other People
- Changing the Account Picture for Other People
- Changing the Account Type for Other People
- Creating a Password for Other People’s Accounts
- Changing the Password on Other People’s Accounts
- Storing Another Person’s Password for Recovery
- Recovering Another Person’s Password
- Enabling Local User Accounts
- Controlling the Way Account Passwords Are Used
- Deleting Local User Accounts
- + Managing Access Permissions with Group Accounts
- + Keeping Your Family Safe While Using Your Computer
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Managing Disks and Drives
- + Handling Routine Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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Getting Help and Handling Advanced Support Issues
- Part V
- + Installing and Running Windows Vista
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Exploring the Windows Boot Environment
- + Understanding Windows Vista Security Changes
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Mastering Windows Media Center
- Understanding Windows Media Center Requirements
- + Selecting the Correct Hardware for Windows Media Center
- Installing and Configuring Windows Media Center Using the Wizard
- + Navigating Windows Media Center
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Fine-Tuning the Settings for Windows Media Center
- Configuring Window Behavior
- Configuring Visual and Sound Effects
- Configuring Additional Program Library Options
- Configuring Parental Controls
- Configuring Automatic Download Options
- Configuring Optimization
- Using the About Windows Media Center Menu
- Viewing Privacy Information in Windows Media Center
- + Using Windows Media Center Setup
- + Troubleshooting Problems with Windows Media Center
- + Using Group Policy with Windows Vista
- + Navigating Windows Vista Policy Changes
- + Navigating Internet Explorer 7 Policies
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Desktop Tips and Tricks with Keyboard Shortcuts
- Using and Creating Keyboard Shortcuts
- Keyboard Shortcuts for Windows Vista
- Keyboard Shortcuts for Windows Explorer and Windows Sidebar
- Keyboard Shortcuts for Windows Photo Gallery
- Keyboard Shortcuts for Windows Media Center
- Keyboard Shortcuts for Windows Media Player
- Keyboard Shortcuts for Internet Explorer 7
- Keyboard Shortcuts for Windows Movie Maker
- Index
Whether you're a beginner, power user, or seasoned professional, Windows Vista: The Definitive Guide has everything you need to customize the operating system, master your digital media, manage your data, and maintain your computer -- regardless of which Windows Vista edition you're using.
Why this book and not some other resource? Bestselling author and Windows expert William Stanek doesn't just teach you the steps you need to follow, he also tells you how features work, why they work, and how you can customize them to meet your needs. You'll learn how to squeeze out every last bit of power out of Windows Vista, and how to make the most out of its features and programs, including how to:
Set up, customize and tune Windows Vista - Optimize its appearance and performance; install, configure and maintain software; customize your hardware; and install printers, scanners and faxes
Manage your files - Search your computer more efficiently; secure your files and data; share and collaborate; and get the most out of accessories such as the Mobility Center
Master your digital media - Create media libraries with Media Player; manage digital pictures and videos with Photo Gallery; make DVDs with DVD Maker; and create movies with Movie Maker
Get connected and start networking - Set up a home or small-office network; learn to use Windows Mail, Calendar, and Meeting Space; conquer Internet Explorer 7; and master on-the-go networking
Protect your computer - Keep your family safe while on the Internet; set up parental controls and content ratings; navigate the computer security maze; configure Windows Vista's security features
Manage and support Windows Vista systems - Deal with user accounts, disks and drives; handle routine maintenance and troubleshooting; and resolve advanced support and recovery issues
Learn advanced tips & techniques - Manage the Windows boot environment, explore Group Policy, discover keyboard shortcuts, and much more
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Publication year : 2007
License: All rights reserved ©
Times read: 49
