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Microsoft Windows Vista on demand
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Publisher
Que Pub
Publication Date
c2007
Language
English
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Table of Contents
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Introduction
1. Getting Started with Windows Vista
Introducing Windows Vista
Starting Windows Vista
Using Windows Aero
Exploring the Windows Desktop
Using the Mouse
Using the Mouse for Quick Results
Using the Start Menu
Using Windows Sidebar
Managing Windows
Using Menus, Toolbars, and Panes
Choosing Dialog Box Options
Using Windows Help and Support
Switching Users
Shutting Down Your Computer
2. Up Working with Windows Programs
Starting and Exiting a Program
Changing the Way a Program Starts
Using Windows Accessories
Creating a Document
Editing Text
Formatting Text
Setting Paragraph Tabs
Setting Paragraph Indents
Previewing and Printing a Document
Saving and Closing a Document
Sharing Information Among Programs
Inserting and Editing Information
Linking and Updating Information
Inserting Special Characters
Calculating Numbers
Running Commands
Playing Games
Playing Internet Games
Running Older Programs
Quitting a Program Not Responding
3. Managing Files and Folders
Using the Explorer Window
Changing the Explorer Window View
Opening and Viewing the Computer
Viewing and Opening Documents
Opening Recently Used Documents
Working with Personal Folders
Navigating Between Folders
Viewing the Folders List
Changing the Explorer Layout
Customizing the Navigation Pane
Organizing Files by Headings
Searching for Files and Folders
Saving a Search
Changing Search Options
Performing an Instant Search
Performing an Advanced Search
Performing Natural Language Searches
Adding Properties and Tags to Files
Modifing the Index to Improve Searches
Creating and Renaming Files and Folders
Copying and Moving Files and Folders
Deleting and Restoring Files and Folders
Creating a Shortcut to a File or Folder
Hiding Files and Folders
Changing Folder Options
Changing File and Folder List Views
Customizing Personal Folders
Sharing Folders or Files with Others
Compressing Files and Folders
Managing Files Using a CD or DVD
4. Customizing Windows Using the Control Panel
Viewing the Control Panel
Changing the Desktop Background
Customizing the Desktop
Customizing the Windows Sidebar
Using a Screen Saver
Changing the Display
Using Multiple Monitors
Changing the Text Size on the Screen
Changing the Desktop Appearance
Setting the Date and Time
Changing Language Options
Changing Regional Options
Working with Fonts
Displaying and Arranging Toolbars
Customizing the Taskbar
Customizing the Start Menu
Setting Default Programs
Changing the Way a CD or DVD Starts
Using Ease of Access Tools
Using the Ease of Access Center
Listening to the Computer
Recognizing Your Speech
5. Exploring the Internet
Understanding Web Sites and Browsers
Connecting to the Internet
Creating an Internet Connection
Setting Up Windows Firewall
Starting Internet Explorer
Viewing the Internet Explorer Window
Browsing the Web
Browsing with Tabs
Navigating Basics
Zooming the View In and Out
Changing Your Home Page
Modifying the Links Bar
Adding a Web Page to the Favorites List
Viewing and Maintaining a History List
Reading and Subscribing to Feeds
Searching the Web
Previewing and Printing a Web Page
Saving Pictures or Text from a Web Page
Downloading Files from the Web
Downloading Files from an FTP Site
Saving a Web Page
Sending a Page or Link by E-mail
Using Another Web Browser
6. Exchanging Messages and information
Starting Windows Mail
Setting Up an Account
Viewing the Windows Mail Window
Importing and Exporting Information
Adding a Contact to Windows Contacts
Composing and Sending E-mail
Creating E-mail Stationery
Reading and Replying to E-mail
Sending and Retrieving a File
Managing E-mail
Deleting E-mail
Setting Junk E-mail Options
Marking an E-mail Blocked or Safe
Diverting Incoming E-mail to Folders
Selecting a News Server
Subscribing to a Newsgroup
Reading the News
Filtering the News
Posting a News Message
Viewing the Windows Calendar
Scheduling an Appointment
Creating Tasks
Creating and Sharing Calendars
Publishing Calendars Over the Internet
Starting a Windows Meeting
Holding a Windows Meeting
Sharing Information in a Windows Meeting
7. Holding Web Discussion and Video Conferences
Preparing for Windows Live Messenger
Starting Windows Live Messenger
Configuring Windows Live Messenger
Viewing Windows Live Messenger
Changing My Status
Personalizing Windows Live Messenger
Adding Online Contacts
Managing Contacts and Groups
Sending and Receiving Instant Messages
Adding Symbols and Voice to an Instant Message
Blocking a Contact
Sending a File During an Instant Message
Sharing Files Using Shared Folders
Making a Video Call with the Internet
Making a Phone Call with the Internet
Sending a Message to a Mobile Device
Getting Remote Assistance
Customizing Windows Live Messenger
8. Working with Pictures
Drawing a Picture
Editing a Picture
Viewing Pictures
Managing Pictures in the Photo Gallery
Fixing Pictures in the Photo Gallery
E-mailing a Picture
Formatting and Printing Photos
Ordering Photo Prints from the Web
Installing a Scanner or Digital Camera
Testing a Scanner or Digital Camera
Scanning a Picture
Downloading Digital Camera Pictures
Using Pictures as a Screen Saver
Using a Picture as a Desktop Background
Setting Photo Gallery Options
9. Working with Windows Media Player
Starting and Updating Windows Media Player
Viewing the Media Player Window
Playing Music from CDs
Playing a DVD or VCD Movie
Controlling the Volume
Browsing the Media Guide and Online Stores
Listening to Radio Stations
Playing Media Files
Playing Media Using a Playlist
Ripping CD Music
Copying Media Files to a CD or Portable Device
Adding Functionality to Media Player
Enhancing the Media Player Display
Changing the Media Player Look
Viewing and Playing Music Files
Creating a Sound File
Associating a Sound with an Event
Starting and Navigating Windows Media Center
Changing Windows Media Center Settings
Finding and Viewing Windows Media Center Files
10. Creating Movies Using Windows Movie Maker
Planning a Movie Maker Project
Starting Movie Maker
Viewing the Movie Maker Window
Opening an Existing Project
Capturing Video and Audio
Importing Video and Audio
Adding Slides to a Movie
Organizing Clips and Collections
Working with Clips
Creating a Movie Maker Project File
Trimming Clips
Adding Transitions Between Clips
Adding Video Effects
Adding Titles and Credits
Adding a Soundtrack
Adding a Narration
Using AutoMovie
Saving a Project
Publishing a Movie
Creating a DVD Video
11. Setting Up Accounts and Maintaining Security
Securing a Computer
Adding and Deleting User Accounts
Creating a Guest Account
Changing a User's Group or Account Type
Changing the Start Up Screen
Changing an Account Picture
Changing and Setting a Password
Resetting a Password
Locking the Computer
Managing Security in One Place
Defending Against Malicious Software
Setting Parental Controls
Sending Secure Information Using Windows CardSpace
Encrypting Files for Safety
Encrypting Files Using BitLocker
Avoiding Viruses and Other Harmful Attacks
Understanding Security on the Internet
Creating Security Zones
Setting Ratings Using the Content Advisor
Cleaning Up Internet Files and Information
Protecting Internet Privacy
Protecting an Internet Identity
Protecting Against Phishing
Blocking Pop-Up Ads
Using the Information Bar
Managing Add-Ons
Protecting Against E-mail Attacks
Sending Secure E-mail
12. Managing Files Using a Network
Understanding Network Services
Viewing a Network
Viewing the Network and Sharing Center
Viewing Network Computer Properties
Viewing Network Connection Properities
Joining a Workgroup Network
Joining A Domain Network
Connecting to a Network Using a Modem
Connecting to a Network over the Internet
Connecting to a Wireless Network
Setting Up a Wireless Network
Setting Up a Wireless Computer Connection
Adding a Wireless Device to a Network
Managing a Wireless Connection
Mapping and Disconnecting a Network Drive
Creating a Shortcut to a Network
Setting Network Sharing Options
Controlling a Remote Computer
Sharing an Internet Connection
Changing a Dial-Up Connection
13. Going Mobile
Viewing the Windows Mobility Center
Controlling Power Options
Keeping Files in Sync
Working with Offline Files
Connecting to a Network Projector
Viewing Windows SideShow
Changing Pen and Input Device Options
Working with Tablet PCTools
Changing Tablet PC Options
14. Printing and Faxing
Understanding Printers
Viewing Printers
Installing a Printer
Specifying a Default Printer
Renaming or Deleting a Printer
Sharing a Printer
Printing Documents
Managing Printers and Print Jobs
Changing Printer Properties
Changing Printer Preferences
Understanding Faxes
Setting Up a Fax
Creating a Fax Cover Page
Sending a Fax
Managing Outgoing Faxes
Receiving a Fax
Reviewing a Fax
Changing Fax Properties
Changing Fax Options
15. Maintaining Your Computer
Understanding Disk File Systems
Formatting a Disk
Displaying Disk and Folder Information
Transferring Files Using a Disk
Setting Disk Quotas for Users
Detecting and Repairing Disk Errors
Optimizing a Disk
Cleaning Up a Disk
Scheduling Tasks
Adding or Removing Windows Components
Installing and Uninstalling a Program
Updating Windows
Improving Computer Performance
Boosting Speed with Removable Media
Restoring Computer Settings
Using Previous Versions
Starting Windows When Problems Occur
Setting Startup and Recovery Options
16. Managing Hardware
Understanding Plug and Play Hardware
Installing Hardware Devices
Viewing System Hardware
Viewing Hardware Settings
Changing Windows Update Driver Settings
Changing Mouse Settings
Changing Keyboard Settings
Changing Phone Dialing Options
Changing Modem Options
Managing Color
Adding a Secondary Monitor
Changing Game Controller Settings
Removing Hardware Devices
17. Backing Up Your Computer
Developing a Backup Strategy
Understanding Backup Permissions
Exploring the Backup and Restore Center
Performing a Backup Using a Wizard
Changing Backup Settings
Scheduling a Backup
Restoring Files Using a Wizard
Restoring Files Using Advanced Settings
Copying Files From the Backup
Restoring Your Computer
Deleting a Backup Set
18. Administering Your Computer
Exploring Windows Administrative Tools
Monitoring Activity with Event Viewer
Managing an Event Log
Changing Log Settings
Checking Memory for Problems
Viewing and Creating Performance Charts
Monitoring Local Security Settings
Viewing Computer Management Tools
Managing Disks
Managing Local Users and Groups
Viewing and Saving System Information
Setting System Configuration Options
A. Appendix
Preparing to Install Windows Vista
Installing Windows Vista
Updating to a Windows Vista Service Pack
Transferring Files and Settings from Another Computer
Getting Windows Vista Extras
Learning About Windows Live
New Features
Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist
Index
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COMPUTERS
COMPUTERS -- Operating Systems -- DOS
COMPUTERS -- Operating Systems -- Macintosh
COMPUTERS -- Operating Systems -- Windows Server & NT
COMPUTERS -- Operating Systems -- Windows Workstation
COMPUTERS -- System Administration -- Windows Administration
DOS
Macintosh
Microsoft Windows (Computer file)
operating systems
Operating systems (Computers)
System Administration
Systèmes d'exploitation (Ordinateurs)
Windows Administration
Windows Server & NT
Windows Workstation
COMPUTERS -- Operating Systems -- DOS
COMPUTERS -- Operating Systems -- Macintosh
COMPUTERS -- Operating Systems -- Windows Server & NT
COMPUTERS -- Operating Systems -- Windows Workstation
COMPUTERS -- System Administration -- Windows Administration
DOS
Macintosh
Microsoft Windows (Computer file)
operating systems
Operating systems (Computers)
System Administration
Systèmes d'exploitation (Ordinateurs)
Windows Administration
Windows Server & NT
Windows Workstation
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9780789736451
9780768674514
9780768682670
9780768674514
9780768682670
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