Insider Power Techniques for Microsoft Windows XP (Bpg-Other)
Insider Power Techniques for Microsoft Windows XP (Bpg-Other)
ISBN: 0735618968
EAN: 2147483647
EAN: 2147483647
Year: 2005
Pages: 126
Pages: 126
- Table of Contents
- BackCover
- Insider Power Techniques for Microsoft Windows XP
- Introduction
- Part I: Mastering Essential Insider Techniques
- Chapter 1: Mastering Control Panel, Policies, and PowerToys
- Operating Control Panel
- Implementing Group policies with Windows XP
- Enhancing your System with the Windows XP PowerToys
- Chapter 2: Getting the Most Out of the Registry
- Understanding the Registry
- Taking a Tour of the Registry
- Keeping the Registry Safe
- Working with Registry Keys and Settings
- Finding Registry Entries
- Chapter 3: Programming Windows XP with Scripts
- Understanding Scripts and Script Execution
- Programming Objects
- Displaying Text Using the WScript Object
- Scripting and Automation
- Programming the VBScript FileSystemObject
- Displaying More Detailed Information to the User
- Running Applications
- Working with Registry Entries
- Scripting Example: Programming Internet Explorer
- Part II: Getting the Most Out of Your Everyday Tasks
- Chapter 4: Starting Up and Shutting Down
- Launching Applications and Scripts at Startup
- Controlling Startup Using the System Configuration Utility
- Controlling Startup Using Boot.ini
- Controlling Startup with the Advanced Options Menu
- Getting the Most Out of the Shutdown Procedure
- Chapter 5: Managing Logons and Users
- Useful Windows XP Logon Strategies
- Getting the Most Out of User Accounts
- Creating and Enforcing Bulletproof Passwords
- Sharing Your Computer Securely
- Chapter 6: Installing and Running Programs
- Tips and Techniques for Installing Applications
- Launching Applications
- Understanding Application Compatibility
- Chapter 7: Getting the Most Out of Files and Folders
- A Dozen Little-Known Windows Explorer Techniques
- Getting Familiar with File Types
- Customizing the Windows XP New Menu
- Customizing Windows XP s Open With List
- Chapter 8: Playing, Copying, and Storing Digital Media
- Tips for Working with Windows Media Player
- Working with Digital Media Files
- Customizing Media Folders
- Investigating the Windows Media Bonus Pack
- Chapter 9: Installing and Troubleshooting Devices
- Tips and Techniques for Installing Devices
- Managing Your Hardware with Device Manager
- Managing Hardware Profiles
- Working with Device Security Policies
- Troubleshooting Device Problems
- Part III: Customizing and Optimizing
- Chapter 10: Customizing the Interface
- Customizing the Start Menu for Easier Program and Document Launching
- Customizing the Taskbar for Easier Program and Document Launching
- Controlling Taskbar Grouping
- Modifying the Start Menu and Taskbar with Group Policies
- Using Screen Space Efficiently
- Chapter 11: Optimizing Performance
- Monitoring Performance
- Fine-Tuning Performance
- Chapter 12: Maintaining Your System in 10 Easy Steps
- Step 1 - Check Your Hard Disk for Errors
- Step 2 - Check Free Disk Space
- Step 3 - Delete Unnecessary Files
- Step 4 - Defragment Your Hard Disk
- Step 5 - Set System Restore Points
- Step 6 - Back Up Your Files
- Step 7 - Run the Automated System Recovery Preparation Wizard
- Step 8 - Check For Updates and Security Patches
- Step 9 - Verify Digitally Signed Files
- Step 10 - Review Event Viewer Logs
- Setting Up a Maintenance Schedule
- Chapter 13: Troubleshooting and Recovering from Problems
- Determining the Source of the Problem
- General Troubleshooting Tips
- Troubleshooting Using Online Resources
- Recovering from a Problem
- Part IV: Customizing and Optimizing
- Chapter 14: Implementing Internet Security and Privacy
- Working with E-mail Safely and Securely
- Keeping Intruders Out of Your System
- Surfing the Web Securely
- Chapter 15: Getting the Most Out of Internet Explorer
- Tips and Techniques for Better Web Surfing
- Searching the Web
- Understanding Internet Explorer s Advanced Options
- Chapter 16: Setting Up and Administering a Small Network
- Setting Up a Peer-to-Peer Network
- Administering Your Network
- Sharing Resources with the Network
- Index
- Index_A
- Index_B
- Index_C
- Index_D
- Index_E
- Index_F
- Index_G
- Index_H
- Index_I
- Index_J
- Index_K
- Index_L
- Index_M
- Index_N
- Index_O
- Index_P
- Index_Q
- Index_R
- Index_S
- Index_T
- Index_U
- Index_V
- Index_W
- Index_Z
- List of Figures
- List of Tables
- List of Sidebars
Insider Power Techniques for Microsoft Windows XP (Bpg-Other)
ISBN: 0735618968
EAN: 2147483647
EAN: 2147483647
Year: 2005
Pages: 126
Pages: 126