SATA interface, 137-141
scan codes, 195-196
scanners
connecting, 583
installing scanner software, 583
resolution and bit depth, 582
scanning images and documents, 585-590
software bundled with, 583
testing, 584-585
TWAIN standard, 584
types and size, 581-582
using as copier, 589-590
Scheduled Task Wizard, 614-618
scheduling faxes, 711-712
scheduling software events
creating batch file
entering parameters into Run dialog box, 627
entering parameters to scheduled task, 626-627
locating program parameters, 625-626
using command prompt interface, 628
writing batch file, 628
Scheduled Task Wizard, 614-618
Task Scheduler, 613-614
working with scheduled tasks
changing task schedule, 621
making tasks repeat, 623
removing tasks, 620
running tasks when computer is idle, 621
setting scheduled task properties, 620-621
starting and stopping tasks, 619-620
suspending all tasks, 624-625
troubleshooting scheduled tasks, 620
using multiple schedules, 621-622
using properties settings, 623-624
screen. See monitors
screen resolution, graphics controllers, 164
Screen saver tab, display settings, 416-417
screen savers, 519-521, 601-602
screwdriver shops, 34-35
Scroll Lock key, 201
SCSI interface, 137-141
security
access control, 783-785
backing up data, 777-781
browser settings for, 740-741
encryption, 785-787
firewalls, 792-794
insurance
coverage in business, 781-782
homeowner's or renter's coverage, 782
making an inventory, 782-783
laptop computers, 323
physical security
preventing damage, 777
protecting against theft, 775-776
protecting computer from power surges, 777
preventing spyware attacks, 797
preventing virus infections, 795-796
programs, installing, 406
protecting Wi-Fi connection
setting encryption, 789-790
using access control, 790-792
tools for, 384-386
sending faxes
establishing dialing rules, 710
selecting cover page, 710-711
specifying a recipient, 709
separate keyboards, 357-358
serial data port, 327
serial port mice, 218
serial ports
changing settings, 280-283
null modem cables, 278-280
service contracts, 19
service manual, finding, 25-26
setting up computer
activating Windows, 433-434
checking BIOS settings, 410
choosing startup programs, 431-433
downloading and installing Windows updates, 406-409
installing application programs, 436
installing device drivers, 405-406
installing security programs, 406
making recovery disks, 435-436
optimizing Windows
customizing the Taskbar, 421-425
display settings, 418-420
optimizing System Tray, 425-428
setting mouse options, 421
turning sound on or off, 410-412
testing everything while under warranty, 409
tweaking Windows
deleting unneeded items, 429-430
TweakUI program, 430-431
Settings tab, display settings, 413-414
sharing computers
changing account settings, 544
creating new account, 542-544
Microsoft Shared Computer Toolkit, 546-548
switching between users, 544
shortcuts in programs, 207
ShowSounds, 484
slide show, viewing pictures as, 600-601
sockets, 97-98
software events. See scheduling software events
sound. See audio; sound cards
Sound Blaster, 228-229
sound cards
configuring Windows for
audio, 237
hardware, 238
sounds, 236-237
voice, 238
volume, 233-236
external sound controllers, 231-233
for games, 229
overview, 226-227
for professional recording, 230-231
Sound Blaster and other standards, 228-229
for surround sound, 230
SoundSentry, 484
Southbridge controllers, 101
space taken up by computers, 9
speakers
built-in, 226
overview, 48
special Windows keys, 202
spreadsheet software, 523
spyware
preventing attacks, 797
testing for, 833
standard parts, 6-7
standby, 291-293
startup programs, 431-433
status lights, on keyboard, 199-201
StickyKeys, 488
storage management, 86
storage media. See also CDs; DVDs; hard drives
floppy disks, 146-148
other portable drives, 154
other removable storage media, 150-151
USB drives, 151-154
connecting USB flash drive, 152-153
external USB disk drives, 153-154
streaming Internet audio, 662-663
subwoofers, 241
support. See technical support
surround sound, 230
switches. See controls and switches
synchronizing data files
with PDAs, 636-638
between two or more computers, 632-636
System Restore utility
accessing system restore settings, 819
creating restore point, 816-817
overview, 832-833
returning to restore point, 818
System Tray, optimizing
hiding inactive icons, 427-428
setting date and time, 425-426