Table of Contents

Absolute Beginner's Guide to Microsoft® Windows® XP, Second Edition
By Shelley O'Hara
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Publisher: Que
Pub Date: June 13, 2005
ISBN: 0-7897-3432-X
Pages: 384

Table of Contents  | Index

		Copyright
		About the Author
		Acknowledgments
		We Want to Hear from You!
		Introduction
		Some Key Terms
		Some Things to Keep in Mind
		The Basic Structure of This Book
		Conventions Used in This Book
		Part I.  The Basics
			Chapter 1.  Getting Started with Windows XP
				Checking Out the Desktop
				Working with Windows
				Starting a Program
				Working in a Program
				Exiting a Program
			Chapter 2.  Saving and Printing Your Work
				Saving a Document
				Closing a Document
				Opening a Document
				Creating a New Document
				Printing a Document
			Chapter 3.  Managing Files
				Opening My Computer
				Creating a New Folder
				Displaying and Selecting Files
				Deleting and Undeleting Files and Folders
				Renaming a File or Folder
				Reorganizing Folders and Files
				Copying Folders and Files
			Chapter 4.  Troubleshooting Common Problems
				Closing Stuck Programs
				Restarting and Shutting Down the Computer
				Getting Help
				Handling Printer Problems
				Dealing with Viruses and Other Security Problems
		Part II.  Communications
			Chapter 5.  Getting Wired for Communication
				Understanding the Internet
				Getting the Right Equipment
				Getting Connected
				Exiting and Disconnecting
			Chapter 6.  Setting Up Wireless Connections
				Understanding How Wireless Networking Works
				What You Need To Set Up a Wireless Network
				Setting Up a Wireless Network
				How To Ensure Wireless Network Security
			Chapter 7.  Sending and Receiving Email
				Setting Up Your Email Account
				Checking Your Email
				Sending Messages
				Sending and Handling Attachments
				Handling Messages
				Handling Junk Mail
				Exiting and Disconnecting
			Chapter 8.  Browsing the Internet
				Getting Started with Internet Explorer
				Using Links to Navigate
				Typing a Web Address
				Using Shortcuts for Web Browsing
				Working with Web Pages
				Ensuring Internet Security and Privacy
				Exiting and Logging Off the Internet
			Chapter 9.  Searching the Internet
				Searching with Internet Explorer
				Using Other Search Sites
			Chapter 10.  Sending and Receiving Faxes
				Setting Up the Fax Console
				Sending a Fax
				Receiving and Handling Faxes
		Part III.  Entertainment
			Chapter 11.  Playing Music
				Playing Audio CDs with Windows Media Player
				Playing Music and Videos from the Internet
				Creating Your Own Music CDs
				Playing and Recording Sounds with Sound Recorder
			Chapter 12.  Working with Photographs and Movies
				Using a Digital Camera
				Setting Up Your Digital Camera
				Transferring Pictures
				Working with Picture Files
				Printing Pictures
				Emailing Pictures
				Using a Scanner
				Creating Digital Movies
		Part IV.  Your Own Personal Windows
			Chapter 13.  Customizing Windows XP
				Customizing the Taskbar
				Customizing the Desktop
				Customizing the Mouse
				Customizing Sounds
			Chapter 14.  Setting Up Programs
				Creating a Shortcut to a Program
				Customizing the Start Menu
				Installing Programs
				Uninstalling Applications
				More Tips on Starting Programs
			Chapter 15.  Customizing Email and Internet Explorer
				Setting Mail Options
				Working with the Address Book
				Customizing Internet Explorer
		Part V.  Everyday PC Maintenance
			Chapter 16.  Viewing and Finding Files
				Viewing and Sorting Files
				Setting Up Folder Options
				Searching for Documents
			Chapter 17.  Securing Your PC
				Backing Up Your Work
				Checking a Disk for Errors
				Using System Restore
				Checking Your Computer for Viruses
				Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
			Chapter 18.  Improving Your Computer's Performance
				Displaying Disk Information
				Cleaning Up Your Disk
				Saving Space by Compressing Files
				Increasing Performance by Defragmenting Your Disk
				Cleaning Up the Desktop
			Chapter 19.  Upgrading Your Computer
				Adding a Printer
				Customizing Your Printer
				Printing Preferences and Properties
				Installing New Fonts
				Setting Up New Hardware
				Troubleshooting Hardware Problems
			Chapter 20.  Upgrading Windows
				Checking Your Windows Version
				Installing Windows Updates
				Installing or Removing Windows Components
		Part VI.  Windows XP for Special Situations
			Chapter 21.  Using Windows Accessory Programs
				Checking Out the Accessories
				Using WordPad
				Using Paint
				Using Calculator
				Playing Games
			Chapter 22.  Setting Up Windows XP for Multiple Users
				Setting Up a New User Account
				Logging In and Out
				Modifying a User Account
			Chapter 23.  Using Accessibility Options
				Using the Accessibility Accessory Programs
				Using Accessibility Control Panel Options
			Chapter 24.  Setting Up Windows XP on a Home Network
				Home Networking Basics
				Sharing Resources on a Network
		Index