Table of content

	Table of Contents

Show Me Microsoft Windows XP
By Steve  Johnson  Perspection, Inc.
Publisher	: Que
Pub Date	: August 12, 2003
ISBN	: 0-7897-3018-9
Pages	: 480
	Copyright
		Acknowledgements
			Perspection, Inc.
			Acknowledgements
			About The Author
			We Want To Hear From You!
		Introduction
			Find the Best Place to Start
			What's New
			How This Book Works
			Step-by-Step Instructions
			Real World Examples
			Troubleshooting Guide
			Show Me Live Software
		Chapter 1.   Getting Started with Windows XP
			Introduction
			Using Windows XP Home or Professional
			Identifying New Features in Windows XP
			Starting Windows XP
			Exploring the Windows Desktop
			Using the Mouse
			Using the Mouse for Quick Results
			Using the Start Menu
			Managing Windows
			Using Menus, Toolbars, and Panes
			Choosing Dialog Box Options
			Using Windows Help and Support
			Switching Users
			Turning Off Your Computer
		Chapter 2.   Working with Windows Programs
			Introduction
			Starting and Exitinga Program
			Changing the Way a Program Starts
			Using Windows Accessories
			Creating a Document
			Editing Text
			Formatting Text
			Setting Paragraph Tabs
			Setting Paragraph Indents
			Previewing and Printing a Document
			Saving and Closing a Document
			Sharing Information Among Programs
			Inserting and Editing Information
			Linking and Updating Information
			Inserting Special Characters
			Calculating Numbers
			Running Commands
			Playing Games
			Playing Internet Games
			Running Older Programs
			Quitting a ProgramNot Responding
		Chapter 3.   Managing Files and Folders
			Introduction
			Opening and Viewing My Computer
			Viewing and Opening My Documents
			Changing the Window View
			Viewing the Folders List
			Locating Files Using the History List
			Searching for Files and Folders
			Creating and Renaming Files and Folders
			Copying and Moving Files and Folders
			Deleting and Restoring Files and Folders
			Creating a Shortcut to a File or Folder
			Adding a Folder to the Favorites List
			Changing Folder Options
			Changing File and Folder List Views
			Arranging Files and Folders
			Customizing Personal Folders
			Sharing Files or Folders with Others
			Compressing Files and Folders
			Managing Files Using a CD
		Chapter 4.   Customizing Windows Using the Control Panel
			Introduction
			Viewing the Control Panel
			Changing the Desktop Background
			Customizing the Desktop
			Cleaning Up the Desktop
			Using a Screen Saver
			Changing the Display
			Using Multiple Monitors
			Changing the Desktop Appearance
			Setting the Date and Time
			Changing Regional Options
			Changing Language Options
			Working with Fonts
			Displaying and Arranging Toolbars
			Customizing the Taskbar
			Customizing the Start Menu
			Changing the Way a CD or DVD Starts
			Using Accessibility Tools
			Using the Utility Manager
			Listening to the Computer
			Recognizing Your Speech
		Chapter 5.   Exploring the Internet
			Introduction
			Understanding Web Sites and Browsers
			Connecting to the Internet
			Creating an Internet Connection
			Creating an Internet Connection Firewall
			Starting Internet Explorer
			Viewing the Internet Explorer Window
			Browsing the Web
			Navigating Basics
			Changing Your Home Page
			Modifying the Links Bar
			Adding a Web Page to the Favorites List
			Viewing and Maintaining a History List
			Making a Web Page Available Offline
			Managing Offline Pages
			Searching the Web
			Previewing and Printing a Web Page
			Saving Pictures or Text from a Web Page
			Downloading Files from the Web
			Downloading Files from an FTP Site
			Saving a Web Page
			Browsing with MSN Explorer
			Using Another Web Browser
		Chapter 6.   Exchanging Messages and News
			Introduction
			Starting Outlook Express
			Setting Up an Account
			Viewing the Outlook Express Start Page
			Viewing the Outlook Express Window
			Adding a Contact to the Address Book
			Composing and Sending E-Mail
			Creating E-Mail Stationery
			Reading and Replying to E-Mail
			Sending and Retrieving a File
			Managing E-Mail
			Deleting E-Mail
			Diverting Incoming E-Mail to Folders
			Managing Accounts
			Selecting a News Server
			Subscribing to a Newsgroup
			Reading the News
			Filtering the News
			Posting a News Message
			Reading News and E-Mail Offline
			Importing and Exporting Information
		Chapter 7.   Holding Web Discussions and Video Conferences
			Introduction
			Creating .NET Passport
			Starting Windows Messenger
			Viewing Windows Messenger
			Updating Windows Messenger
			Changing My Status
			Adding Online Contacts
			Managing Contacts and Groups
			Sending and Receiving Instant Messages
			Blocking a Contact
			Sending a File During an Instant Message
			Having a Voice and Video Chat
			Sharing Graphical Content During a Chat
			Sharing Programs and Documents
			Getting Remote Assistance
			Going to a Chat Room
			Making a Phone Call with the Internet
			Sending a Message to a Mobile Device
			Selecting a Messaging Service
		Chapter 8.   Working with Pictures
			Introduction
			Drawing a Picture
			Editing a Picture
			Installing a Scanner or Digital Camera
			Testing a Scanner or Digital Camera
			Scanning a Picture
			Downloading Digital Camera Pictures
			Taking Pictures from a Digital Camera
			Viewing Pictures
			Making a Photo Album
			E-Mailing a Picture
			Publishing Pictures to the Web
			Formatting and Printing Photos
			Ordering Photo Prints from the Web
			Using a Picture as a Desktop Background
			Using Pictures as a Screen Saver
		Chapter 9.   Working with Windows Media Player
			Introduction
			Starting and Updating Windows Media Player
			Viewing the Media Player Window
			Playing Music from CDs
			Playing a DVD Movie
			Controlling the Volume
			Browsing the Media Guide
			Listening to Radio Stations
			Playing Msedia Files
			Playing Media Using a Playlist
			Copying CD Music
			Copying Media Files to a CD or Portable Device
			Adding Functionality to Media Player
			Enhancing the Media Player Display
			Changing the Media Player Look
			Viewing and Playing Music Files
			Creating a Sound File
			Modifying a Sound File
			Associating a Sound with an Event
		Chapter 10.   Creating Movies Using Movie Maker
			Introduction
			Planning a Movie Maker Project
			Starting Movie Maker
			Viewing the Movie Maker Window
			Opening an Existing Project
			Capturing Video and Audio
			Importing Video and Audio
			Adding Slides to a Movie
			Organizing Clips and Collections
			Working with Clips
			Creating a Movie Maker Project File
			Trimming Clips
			Adding Transitions Between Clips
			Adding Video Effects
			Adding Titles and Credits
			Adding a Soundtrack
			Adding a Narration
			Using AutoMovie
			Saving a Project
			Saving a Movie
			Having More Fun with Movie Maker
		Chapter 11.   Setting Up Accounts and Maintaining Security
			Introduction
			Securing a Computer
			Adding and Deleting User Accounts
			Creating a Guest Account
			Changing a User's Group or Account Type
			Changing the Start Up Screen
			Changing an Account Picture
			Setting and Changing a Password
			Resetting a Password
			Locking the Computer
			Protecting Files with a Password
			Making a Folder Private
			Encrypting Files for Safety
			Analyzing Computer Security
			Understanding Security on the Internet
			Creating Security Zones
			Setting Ratings Using the Content Advisor
			Protecting Personal Information on the Internet
			Protecting Internet Privacy
			Protecting an Internet Identity
			Avoiding Viruses
		Chapter 12.   Managing Files Using a Network
			Introduction
			Understanding Network Services
			Viewing Network Connection Properties
			Viewing Network Computer Properties
			Viewing a Network
			Setting Up a Home Network
			Joining a Domain Network
			Connecting to a Network Using a Modem
			Connecting to a Network over the Internet
			Connecting to a Computer from Another Location
			Connecting to a Computer Directly
			Mapping and Disconnecting a Network Drive
			Creating a Shortcut to a Network
			Sharing a Folder over a Network
			Using Briefcase to Update Files
			Controlling a Remote Computer
			Sharing an Internet Connection
			Changing a Dial-Up Connection
		Chapter 13.   Printing and Faxing
			Introduction
			Understanding Printers
			Viewing Printers
			Installing a Printer
			Specifying a Default Printer
			Renaming or Deleting a Printer
			Sharing a Printer
			Printing Documents
			Managing Printers and Print Jobs
			Changing Printer Properties
			Changing Printer Preferences
			Understanding Faxes
			Setting Up a Fax
			Creating a Fax Cover Page
			Sending a Fax
			Managing Outgoing Faxes
			Receiving a Fax
			Reviewing a Fax
			Viewing and Annotating a Fax
			Changing Fax Properties
			Changing Fax Options
		Chapter 14.   Maintaining Your Computer
			Introduction
			Understanding Disk File Systems
			Formatting a Disk
			Displaying Disk and Folder Information
			Transferring Files Using a Disk
			Copying a Disk
			Detecting and Repairing Disk Errors
			Optimizing a Disk
			Cleaning Up a Disk
			Scheduling Maintenance
			Adding or Removing Windows Components
			Installing or Uninstalling a Program
			Setting Program Access and Defaults
			Improving Computer Performance
			Updating Windows
			Restoring Computer Settings
			Starting Windows When Problems Occur
			Setting Startup and Recovery Options
		Chapter 15.   Managing Hardware
			Introduction
			Understanding Plug and Play Hardware
			Installing Hardware Devices
			Viewing System Hardware
			Viewing Hardware Settings
			Changing Mouse Settings
			Changing Keyboard Settings
			Changing Phone Dialing Options
			Changing Modem Options
			Changing Game Controller Settings
			Controlling Power Options
			Adding a Secondary Monitor
			Creating Hardware Profiles
			Removing Hardware Devices
		Chapter 16.   Backing Up Your Computer
			Introduction
			Developing a Backup Strategy
			Starting Backup
			Understanding Backup Permissions
			Performing a Backup Using a Wizard
			Selecting Advanced Options Using a Wizard
			Performing a Backup
			Scheduling a Backup
			Viewing and Printing a Report
			Restoring Backed Up Files
			Deleting a Backup Set
			Changing Backup Options
			Creating an Automated System Recovery Disk
		Chapter 17.   Administering Your Computer
			Introduction
			Exploring Windows Administrative Tools
			Monitoring Activity with Event Viewer
			Managing an Event Log
			Changing Log Settings
			Creating a Performance Chart
			Setting Up an Alert
			Monitor Local Security Settings
			Viewing Computer Management Tools
			Managing Disks
			Managing Local Users and Groups
			Viewing and Saving System Information
			Changing Registry Settings
		Appendix A.   Appendix
			Introduction
			Preparing to Install Windows XP
			Installing Windows XP
			Transferring Files and Settings from Another Computer
			Having Fun with PowerToys
		Troubleshooting
			Accessibility
			Backing up
			Briefcase
			CD Drive
			Desktop
			Dial-Up Networking
			E-mail, receiving
			E-mail, sending
			Faxing
			Files
			Folders
			Games
			Hard disks
			Hardware
			Installing Windows
			Internet, browsing
			Internet, connecting to
			Laptops
			Mouse
			Movie Maker
			Networks, home
			Networks, office
			Optimizing
			Pictures
			Printing
			Programs
			Scanner and Camera
			Screen
			Screen saver
			Sound
			Shutdown Windows
			Start menu
			Startup
			Taskbar
			Toolbars
			Window
			Windows Media Player
			Windows Messenger