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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




PC User's Bible
PC Users Bible
ISBN: 0470088974
EAN: 2147483647
Year: 2007
Pages: 372

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