Microsoft Windows Vista on demand

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