Windows XP : Visual quickstart guide

If you've recently installed the latest Windows XP update, Service Pack 2, or just want to get to know your operating system a little better, you'll want this thoroughly updated, task-based reference from veteran author Chris Fehily.In typical, to-the-point, Visual QuickStart style, Chris gets right down to business, introducing you to the Window XP interface before moving on to topics such as installing and removing programs; working with documents, accessories, and multimedia; going online; printing; handling hardware issues; and maintenance.Step-by-step instructions and loads of tips, tricks, and visual aids make all of Windows XP's features instantly accessible, including those new in Service Pack 2: Windows Security Center, Pop-Up Blocker, Windows Firewall, and more! In no time, you'll be using the desktop, working with files, and using Internet Explorer, Outlook Express, Windows Media Player, Movie Maker, and more. This fast-paced, no-fluff book teaches you the basics of Microsoft Windows XP and includes tips, shortcuts, and workarounds for Windows veterans as well as new users. Whether you're using the Home or Professional edition of XP, you'll find step-by-step instructions and plenty of screenshots that guide you through XP's new and updated features, including the updated desktop and the improved versions of Internet Explorer, Mail, Live Messenger, Photo Gallery, Movie Maker, and Media Player. You'll also find information on setup; installation; upgrading from other Windows versions: troubleshooting; hardware; and organizing you documents, music photos, and videos. Laptop and mobile users will learn how to connect from the road, jump onto a public wireless network, and conserve battery power. The author also walks you through setting up a network, connecting to the internet, configuring routers and firewalls, and hooking up printers and other devices. You'll learn how to use XP's security features to protect your PC and network and share files while keeping personal stuff private. This updated edition covers Windows Media Player 10 and Service Pack 2 (Security Center, Windows Firewall, Internet Explorer and Outlook Express enhancements, improved wireless-networking and Bluetooth support, and more), and adds security and privacy tips and recommendations for third-party add-ins, utilities, and programs

If you have Windows XP on your computer, you'll want Windows XP: Visual QuickStart Guide on your bookshelf-it's as simple as that. Even veteran Windows users will quickly discover that the changes in Windows XP go far beyond a radically redesigned interface. And to get the most out of this powerful new operating system-including all of its bundled software and goodies-there's no place better to start than the straightforward, task-oriented approach of Peachpit's popular Visual QuickStart series. In this volume, veteran author Chris Fehily gets right down to business, covering both Home and Professional versions of Microsoft's redesigned operating system in this single edition. After a thorough introduction to the new interface, chapters cover topics such as installing and removing programs; working with documents, accessories, and multimedia; going online; printing; hardware issues; maintenance; and more. Along the way you'll find plenty of screen shots and other graphic aids to acclimate you to all that's new in Microsoft's operating system, as well as the types of undocumented tips and tricks that can only be gleaned from hard-won experience-the author's, not yours!

Windows XP is the latest Microsoft operating system for personal computers and the biggest overhaul of Windows since Windows 95. This book covers Service Pack 2 (released August 2004) and Windows Media Player 10 (released a month later). Author also gives new security and privacy tips; recommends third-party add-ins, utilities, and programs; and describes recent updates to the free XP programs Explores Windows XP, covering such topics as e-mail, establishing an Internet connection, burning CDs, system settings, and networking.