How Is This Book Organized?


Introducing Microsoft Windows Vista is designed to help you learn about and get started with Windows Vista by providing an early introduction. The book consists of 15 chapters, divided into four parts. Each part provides an opening paragraph or two about the chapters contained in that part.

Part 1, “Getting to Know Windows Vista,” provides an overview of Windows Vista. Chapter 1, “Introducing Windows Vista,” presents the features you’ll need to know about to get started using Windows Vista and to navigate the interface. The chapter also provides an overview of how Windows Vista works from startup to power down.

Part 2, “Essential Features in Windows Vista,” discusses the fundamental features of Windows Vista. Chapter 2, “Working with Windows Vista,” introduces some of the new menu and interface features. The chapter starts with a look at taskbar changes and enhancements, including live thumbnails, Windows Flip, and Windows Flip 3D. Then discusses changes to the Start menu, All Programs menu, and Control Panel. Chapter 3, “Managing Information,” examines features you can use to manage information stored on a computer. You’ll learn about new ways of using Windows Explorer to work with files and folders; how to add keywords to files and tags to pictures; and how to use virtual folders to save search results. You’ll also learn about new desktop features, such as the Windows Sidebar. Chapter 4, “Using Internet Explorer 7,” explores Internet Explorer 7, the newest version of Internet Explorer. You’ll learn about improvements for navigation as well as new safety and security features. Chapter 5, “Collaborating, Connecting, and Sharing,” looks at the new tools and features you can use for collaborating with others, connecting to networks, and sharing data. Chapter 6, “Managing Programs and Multimedia,” discusses new features to help you better manage installed programs, file associations, and AutoPlay options. The chapter also discusses enhanced tools for managing your multimedia, including Windows Media Player for playing digital media including music and videos; Windows Movie Maker for creating movies using pictures, videos, and music; and Windows Photo Gallery for viewing, editing, organizing, and sharing pictures and videos. Chapter 7, “Working with Laptops and Tablet PCs,” examines supported features and enhancements for laptops and tablet PCs. Chapter 8, “Improving Accessibility,” examines the accessibility enhancements included in Windows Vista. You’ll learn about improvements to standard features and the new speech recognition technology.

In Part 3, “Securing Windows Vista,” you’ll learn about the security features of Windows Vista. Chapter 9, “Protecting User Accounts and Using Parental Controls,” discusses new features for protecting user accounts, including parental controls and user account controls. Chapter 10, “Protecting Your Computer,” discusses architecture changes in Windows Vista that are designed to provide multiple layers of protection for computers. The chapter introduces the new boot environment and new security features, such as Windows Service Hardening and Network Access Protection. Chapter 11, “Protecting Your Data,” introduces data protection and encryption. The chapter discusses trusted platforms, Trusted Platform Modules (TPMs) and BitLocker Drive Encryption. Chapter 12, “Networking Your Computer,” examines enhancements for networking and restricting access to Windows Vista systems. Chapter 13, “Securing Your Network Connection,” discusses security tools, including Windows Security Center, Windows Firewall, and Windows Defender.

Part 4, “Supporting and Deploying Windows Vista,” details the support and deployment features of Windows Vista. Chapter 14, “Supporting Windows Vista,” introduces tools and techniques for supporting Windows Vista. Chapter 15, “Deploying Windows Vista,” examines features and techniques for deploying Windows Vista in an enterprise.




Introducing Microsoft Windows Vista
Introducing Microsoft Windows Vista
ISBN: 0735622841
EAN: 2147483647
Year: 2006
Pages: 101

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