Margaret Levine Young, John R. Levine

Windows Vista: The Complete Reference

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Produktbeschreibung

The Ultimate Windows Vista Resource

Take full advantage of the high-performance features available in Microsoft Windows Vista and experience the power of this integrated, next-generation operating system. Windows Vista: The Complete Reference shows you how to install and configure Windows Vista for optimal performance, customize the streamlined new desktop, display sidebars and gadgets, and enjoy all the entertainment capabilities, including music, movies, and games.

Find out how to manage your files, install software and hardware, and use the latest Internet technologies. You'll also learn to secure your system, back up and restore your files, and set up a Local Area Network (LAN) so you can share resources. Filled with clear screenshots and detailed explanations, this is your one-stop guide to mastering Windows Vista.

Customize your desktop with new UI components
Use the new User Account Control (UAC) to prevent unauthorized changes to your computer
Manage files and folders using Windows Flip 3D and Windows Live Taskbar thumbnails
Protect your files using the Backup and Restore Center
Manage and edit your photos with the new Windows Photo Gallery
Keep track of your appointments with the new Windows Calendar
Use Windows Media Center to record live TV and radio, view digital photos, play music, and burn CDs and DVDs
Connect to the Internet and use Windows Mail, Internet Explorer 7, and Windows Live Messenger
Secure your PC and use Windows Update
Troubleshoot and tune Windows Vista for maximum performance

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Produktdetails

• The Complete Reference
• Verlag: McGraw-Hill Professional / Osborne
• Seitenzahl: 733
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. April 2007
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 232mm x 188mm x 40mm
• Gewicht: 1250g
• ISBN-13: 9780072263763
• ISBN-10: 0072263768
• Artikelnr.: 21462073

Autorenporträt

Margy Levine Young (Cornwall, VT) is the author of many computer books for beginners and intermediates, including The Internet for Dummies.

Inhaltsangabe

Part I: Working in Windows Vista Chapter 1: The Basics of Windows Vista Chapter 2: Running Programs Chapter 3: Installing Programs Chapter 4: Getting Help Chapter 5: Copying, Moving, and Sharing Information Between Programs Chapter 6: Sharing Your Computer with Multiple Users Chapter 7: Managing Appointments and Schedules with Windows Calendar Part II: Managing Your Desk Chapter 8: Using Files and Folders Chapter 9: Managing Files and Folders Chapter 10: Backing Up Your Files with the Backup Utility Part III: Configuring Windows for Your Computer Chapter 11: Setting Up Your Start Menu and Taskbar Chapter 12: Setting Up Your Desktop Chapter 13: Configuring Your Keyboard, Mouse, Game Controller, and Regional Settings Chapter 14: Adding and Removing Hardware Chapter 15: Printing Chapter 16: Running Windows Vista on Laptops Chapter 17: Ease of Access Center Part IV: Working with Text, Pictures, Sound, and Video Chapter 18: Working with Documents in Windows Vista Chapter 19: Working with Graphics Chapter 20: Working with Sound Chapter 21: Working with Video Chapter 22: Working with Windows Media Center Part V: Windows Vista on the Internet Chapter 23: Configuring Windows to Work with Your Modem Chapter 24: Connecting to the Internet Chapter 25: Using Windows Mail for E-Mail Chapter 26: Browsing the World Wide Web with Internet Explorer Chapter 27: Internet Conferences with Windows Live Messenger Chapter 28: Other Internet Programs That Come with Windows Vista Part VI: Networking with Windows Vista Chapter 29: Designing a Windows-Based Local Area Network Chapter 30: Configuring Windows for a LAN Chapter 31: Sharing Drives and Printers on a LAN Chapter 32: Connecting Your LAN to the Internet Chapter 33: Network, Internet, and Web Security Part VII: Windows Housekeeping Chapter 34: Formatting and Partitioning Disks Chapter 35: Keeping Your Disk Safe Chapter 36: Tuning Windows Vista for Maximum Performance Chapter 37: Troubleshooting Windows Vista Chapter 38: Windows Update, Windows Ultimate Extras, and Other Windows Vista Resources Part VIII: Behind the Scenes: Windows Vista Internals Chapter 39: Windows Vista Configuration Files Chapter 40: Registering Programs and File Types APPENDIX A: INSTALLING OR UPGRADING TO WINDOWS VISTA INDEX