Microsoft® Windows® XP Step by Step.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Solutions, Online Training.

Contributor:

Online Training Solutions, Inc.

Online Training Solutions (Firm), Content Provider.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Computer software.

Microsoft Windows (Computer file).

Operating systems (Computers).

Local Subjects:

Computer software.

Microsoft Windows (Computer file).

Operating systems (Computers).

Physical Description:

1 online resource (388 p.)

Edition:

2nd ed.

Place of Publication:

Sebastopol : Microsoft Press, 2004.

Language Note:

English

System Details:

text file

Summary:

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 settingsSet up your e-mail, instant messaging, and Internet connectionsHook up printers, CD/DVD burn

Contents:

Cover; Copyright; Contents; What's New in Microsoft Windows XP; About Windows XP Service Packs; How New Features Are Identified; What's New in This Second Edition; Getting Help; Getting Help with This Book and Its CD-ROM; Getting Help with Microsoft Windows XP; Using the Book's CD-ROM; Minimum System Requirements; Installing the Practice Files; Copying Practice Files; Using the Practice Files; Uninstalling the Practice Files; Conventions and Features; 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 MiddlewareChapter 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; 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 ComputerShutting Down a Windows XP Workgroup-Connected Computer; Chapter 2 Working Efficiently in Windows XP; Getting to Know the Windows Desktop; Working with the Start Menu; Using the Taskbar; Creating Shortcuts; Rearranging Your Desktop; Cleaning Up Your Desktop; Chapter 3 Managing Computer Security; Changing Your Computer's Name; Working with User Accounts in a Domain; Working with User Accounts in a Workgroup; Switching Quickly Among Users; Analyzing Your Computer's Security; Configuring Internet Security Zones; Configuring Windows Firewall

Chapter 4 Working with Hardware, Software, and MiddlewareInstalling 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; Exploring Your Computer; Viewing Files and Folders in Different Ways; Looking at File and Folder Information

Creating, Editing, and Deleting Files and FoldersMoving and Renaming Files and Folders; Finding Files; 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; Connecting to the Internet; Networking Two or More Computers

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Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

ISBN:

9780735635302

0735635307