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Absolute Beginner's Guide to Tablet PCs
By Craig F. Mathews
Publisher	: Que
Pub Date	: December 10, 2003
ISBN	: 0-789-73049-9
Pages	: 384
				Copyright
		About the Author
		About the Tech Editor
		Acknowledgments
		We Want to Hear from You!
		Introduction
			Some Key Terms
			Some Things to Keep in Mind
			The Basic Structure of This Book
			Let Me Know What You Think
		Part I:  What Makes the Tablet PC Special?
			Chapter 1.  Introducing the Tablet PC
				Your Digitizer Pen
				Tablet PC Pros and Cons
				Tablet PC Tutorials
				Thoughts About the Tablet PC's Future
			Chapter 2.  Why the Tablet PC?
				What Is the Tablet PC?
				Comparisons to Other Platforms
				Tablet PC Differences
			Chapter 3.  Usage Scenarios
				The Photographer
				The Construction Supervisor
				The Consultant/Project Manager
				The Salesperson
				The Executive
				The Doctor
				The Attorney
				The Real Estate Agent
				The Home Inspector
				The Insurance Adjuster
				The Service Technician
				The Student
				The Family
				Wrap-up
		Part II:  Configuring and Using Your Tablet PC
			Chapter 4.  Tablet PC Hardware Configuration
				Hardware Buttons
				Input Options
				Data Communications Options
			Chapter 5.  Windows XP Tablet PC Edition Configuration
				Basic Interface Settings
				View Things Differently: Screen Settings
				Other Settings and Options
				Overall Display Properties
		Part III:  Using Included Applications
			Chapter 6.  Using Windows Journal
				Start with the Windows Journal Tutorial
				Windows Journal Basics
				Making Sense Out of Scribble
				Sharing Your Notes with Others
			Chapter 7.  Advanced Windows Journal
				Beyond the Pen
				Windows Journal Templates
				Creating Forms
				Outlook Integration
				Working with Other Applications
			Chapter 8.  Using the Tablet PC Input Panel
				Input Panel Basics
				Using the Input Panel Writing Pad
				Setting Input Panel Options
				Maximizing Handwriting Recognition
				Get Help with the Online Tutorial
			Chapter 9.  Speech Recognition and Voice Control
				How Does Speech Input Work?
				Training the System
				Using Voice Commands
				Using Speech Recognition
		Part IV:  Data Communication and Protection
			Chapter 10.  Wireless Networking
				What is Wi-Fi?
				Finding and Connecting to Public Access Points
				How to Connect to an Access Point
				Securing Your Wireless Network
			Chapter 11.  Keeping Your Data Safe and Synchronized
				Establishing Good Security Practices
				Data Management
				Protecting Yourself with Backups
				Data Synchronization
				Accessing Data While Offline
		Part V:  Using Other Included and Free Applications
			Chapter 12.  Sticky Notes
				Why Use Sticky Notes?
				Sticky Notes Basics
				Advanced Stickies
			Chapter 13.  PowerToys for Tablet PC
				Calculator for Tablet PC
				Dictionary Tool for Tablet PC
				Hold Tool for Tablet PC
				Snipping Tool for Tablet PC
				Thumbnail View Tool
				Complete List of PowerToys as of Late 2003
			Chapter 14.  InkBall and Other Free Games for the Tablet PC
				Hoop Strategy Game
				InkBall
				Maze Game for Tablet PC
				New York Times Crossword Puzzle for the Tablet PC
				Puzzle Game for Tablet PC
				Tablet Pool
				Tic-Tac-Toe
				Writing Recognition Game
				How Well Does the Tablet PC Handle Other Computer Games?
		Part VI:  Using Microsoft Office 2003 with the Tablet PC
			Chapter 15.  Using Microsoft Office 2003 Applications with Your Tablet PC
				How Office 2003 is Different from Office XP
				Downloading Office XP Pack for Tablet PC
				The Power of Ink in Office 2003
				The Power of Voice in Office 2003
				Tablet PC Features in Office 2003
				Tablet PC Features in InfoPath 2003
				Tablet PC Features in Visio 2003
			Chapter 16.  Microsoft OneNote 2003
				What is OneNote?
				OneNote Basics
				Using OneNote in Meetings
				Using OneNote for Information Gathering
		Part VII:  Extending Your Tablet PC
			Chapter 17.  Hardware Options
				Docking Stations
				Input Devices
				Storage Devices
				Bluetooth
				Security Devices
				Cell Phones
				Headphones
				Power Accessories
				Other Complementary Devices
			Chapter 18.  Useful Software
				Free Software
				Commercial Software
				Niche Tablet PC Applications
		Part VIII:  Learning Resources for the Tablet PC
			Appendix A.  Additional Resources
				Web Sites
				Books
				Magazines
			Appendix B.  Quick Reference
				Tablet PC Hardware Configuration
				Windows XP Tablet PC Edition Configuration
				Windows Journal
				Tablet PC Input Panel
				Speech Recognition
				Microsoft Office 2003 Ink Tools
		Index