Windows Vista™ Step by Step
By Joan Preppernau, Joyce Cox
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Publisher:
Microsoft Press
Pub Date:
December 20, 2006
Print ISBN-10:
0-7356-2269-8
Print ISBN-13:
978-0-7356-2269-2
Pages:
464
Table of Contents
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Index
Copyright
About the Authors
Introducing Windows Vista
The Microsoft Business Certification Program
Information for New Computer Users
Features and Conventions of This Book
Using the Book's CD
Getting Help
Quick Reference
Chapter 1. Getting Started with Windows Vista
Logging On to Windows Vista
Activating Windows
Updating Windows System Files
Ending a Computing Session
Making Your Computer Easier to Use
Key Points
Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 2. Working Efficiently in Windows Vista
Finding Your Way Around the Windows Desktop
Using and Modifying the Start Menu
Finding Your Way Around Your Computer
Using and Modifying the Taskbar
Creating Shortcuts to Files, Folders, and Programs
Rearranging and Deleting Items on the Desktop
Key Points
Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 3. Working with Folders and Files
Navigating to Folders and Files
Viewing Folders and Files in Different Ways
Viewing Information About a Folder or File
Creating, Renaming, and Deleting Folders and Files
Moving and Copying Folders and Files
Finding Specific Information
Key Points
Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 4. Personalizing Windows Vista
Changing the Look of Windows Vista on Your Screen
Optimizing Visual Effects
Changing the Desktop Background
Selecting and Managing a Screen Saver
Managing Your System Date and Time
Changing Your Computer's Name
Key Points
Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 5. Installing and Configuring Devices
Displaying More on Your Monitor
Configuring Your System for Multiple Monitors
Changing the Way Your Mouse Works
Changing the Keyboard Input Language
Configuring Tablet PC Options
Installing and Sharing a Local Printer
Connecting to a Remote Printer
Setting Up Speakers
Setting Up a Microphone
Key Points
Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 6. Safely and Efficiently Accessing the Internet
Connecting to the Internet
Displaying Web Sites in Internet Explorer 7
Blocking Pop-Up Windows
Changing Your Home Page
Changing the Appearance of Web Content
Finding, Saving, and Returning to Web Sites
Printing Web Pages
Sending Web Pages and Links to Other People
Discovering and Subscribing to RSS Feeds
Restricting Objectionable Content
Key Points
Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 7. Working with Programs
Installing and Removing Programs
Starting Programs Automatically
Specifying the Default Program for a Type of File
Using the Programs That Come with Windows Vista
Using and Modifying Sidebar
Key Points
Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 8. Making Connections
Connecting Your Computer to a Workgroup
Connecting to a Domain from Another Location
Connecting Your Computer to a Domain
Accessing Your Domain Computer Remotely
Sharing Drives and Folders
Key Points
Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 9. Working with Digital Media
Viewing and Cataloging Pictures
Playing Music
Configuring Windows Media Center Options
Burning Audio and Data Discs
Sharing Pictures and Other Digital Media Files
Key Points
Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 10. Managing Computer Security
Administering Windows User Accounts
Managing Your Windows User Account
Limiting Access to the Computer, to Programs, and to the Internet
Analyzing Your Computer's Security
Configuring Internet Security Zones
Key Points
Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 11. Optimizing Your Computer System
Improving Your Computer's Performance
Turning Windows Features On and Off
Managing Cached Files
Removing Unnecessary Files
Consolidating Files on Your Hard Disk
Key Points
Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 12. Identifying and Solving Problems
Finding Solutions to Common Problems
Finding Information Through a Newsgroup
Getting Help from Other Windows Users
Backing Up and Restoring Files
Restoring Your Operating System
Transferring Software, Settings, and Files to Another Computer
Key Points
Keyboard Shortcuts
Glossary
Choose the Right Book for You
Published and Upcoming Titles
Index
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