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Microsoft® Windows® XP Step by Step
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- + Cover
- Contents
- + What’s New in Microsoft Windows XP
- What’s New in This Second Edition
- + Getting Help
- + Using the Book’s CD-ROM
- Conventions and Features
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Quick Reference
- Chapter 1 Getting Started with Windows XP
- Chapter 2 Working Efficiently in Windows XP
- Chapter 3 Managing Computer Security
- Chapter 4 Working with Hardware, Software, and Middleware
- Chapter 5 Working with Files and Folders
- Chapter 6 Personalizing Windows XP
- Chapter 7 Making Connections
- Chapter 8 Communicating with Other People
- Chapter 9 Having Fun with Windows XP
- Chapter 10 Solving Problems
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Chapter 1 Getting Started with Windows XP
- Understanding Windows XP Basics
- Logging On to a Windows XP Domain-Connected Computer
- Logging On to a Windows XP Standalone or Workgroup-Connected Computer
- Updating and Safeguarding Your Computer System
- Logging Off of Windows XP
- Shutting Down a Windows XP Domain-Connected Computer
- Shutting Down a Windows XP Workgroup-Connected Computer
- + Chapter 2 Working Efficiently in Windows XP
- + Chapter 3 Managing Computer Security
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Chapter 4 Working with Hardware, Software, and Middleware
- Installing Speakers and a Microphone
- Installing a Local Printer
- Installing a Network Printer
- Installing a Scanner or Camera
- Installing a Storage Device
- Installing Internal Devices
- Installing a Software Program
- Installing Windows Components
- Starting Programs Automatically
- Using Multiple Monitors
- Changing Your Default Middleware Applications
- + Chapter 5 Working with Files and Folders
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Chapter 6 Personalizing Windows XP
- Changing the Look and Feel of Windows
- Applying a Custom Desktop Background
- Selecting a Screen Saver
- Changing Your Monitor Settings
- Changing Your System’s Date and Time
- Changing Your Regional and Language Settings
- Making Windows XP Easier to See and Use
- Training Your Computer to Recognize Your Voice
- Choosing a Voice for Your Computer
- + Chapter 7 Making Connections
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Chapter 8 Communicating with Other People
- Creating a Passport Account
- Getting to Know Windows Messenger
- Setting Up Windows Messenger
- Adding Contacts to Windows Messenger
- Sending and Receiving Instant Messages
- Changing Your Windows Messenger Status
- Setting Up Outlook Express
- Sending and Receiving E-Mail Messages
- Creating E-Mail Stationery
- Adding Contacts to Your Address Book
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Chapter 9 Having Fun with Windows XP
- Playing Games
- Using MSN Explorer
- Allowing and Restricting Objectionable Content
- Introducing Windows Media Player
- Setting Your Windows Media Player Options
- Using Windows Media Player
- Displaying Audio Visualizations
- Personalizing Windows Media Player
- Listening to Music from CDs
- Surfing the Radio Waves
- Creating a Music Playlist
- Sharing Digital Photos
- + Chapter 10 Solving Problems
- Glossary
- About the Authors
Fully Updated Second Edition!
Quickly teach yourself how to get up and running—and do more with your PC—with the Windows XP operating system. With STEP BY STEP, you can take just the lessons you need, or work from cover to cover. You drive the instruction. Plus, this popular guide now covers the latest updates to Windows XP and related technologies—and features an eBook and other new resources on the CD!
Personalize your PC?from screen savers to system settings
Set up your e-mail, instant messaging, and Internet connections
Hook up printers, CD/DVD burners, and multiple monitors
Share digital photos and create your own music playlists
Tune your system—from defragmenting disks to routine backups
Use new security features and system updates from Windows XP Service Pack 2—ready to download from Microsoft.com/windows
Your CD includes:
Microsoft Windows Movie Maker 2 software
Plus! Photo Story 2 LE software
Microsoft Computer Dictionary, Fifth Edition, eBook—10,000+ entries!
Complete STEP BY STEP eBook
Skill-building practice files
Links to Windows XP-related downloads and additional information
A Note Regarding the CD or DVD
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Publication year : 2009
License: All rights reserved ©
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