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Windows XP For Dummies. 2nd Edition Book

Windows XP for Dummies does a good job in its role as the flagship of the Dummies line, providing Windows novices with a guided introduction to Microsoft's latest and most feature-rich operating system for everyday computer users. Its treatment of computer, Windows and Internet fundamentals is among the best on the market, and author Andy Rathbone has an appealing way of writing that's simultaneously fun and detail-rich. If you're a Windows novice--meaning you don't know how to undelete a file that's been sent to the Recycle Bin, or what a Web browser is, or what it means to "cut and paste" text--you will get a lot out of Rathbone's work.Some aspects of this book could be better, such as the part of the networking chapter that calls for an Ethernet hub without noting that a switch, though possibly more expensive, would do the job better, without any additional hassle. The networking coverage also does an inadequate job of explaining how to share a cable modem or DSL connection among several computers. This is a serious shortcoming, and we're getting to the point in our evolution as a society of computer users at which we can assume that everyone knows what the "Cancel" button does and would rather read about the newer, more exciting things that Windows XP can do. Even the dummies aren't that dumb anymore. But, that said--and Rathbone does confine a lot of the really elementary stuff to a skinny introductory chapter--this book is a boon to people who aren't familiar with Windows XP or its immediate predecessors (including Windows 95, Windows98, and Windows Me). It's also great for people who have learned a little about Windows on the job or from their kids, and want to expand on what they know. --David WallTopics covered: Microsoft Windows XP for people completely unfamiliar with the operating system and other recent versions of Windows. Coverage includes how to run programs, move and delete files, connecting to the Internet and using applications like electronic mail programs, Web browsers and multimedia players.Read More

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    Windows is the world's popular operating system. This book provides the material you want to know about Windows XP.

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    Windows is the world's most popular operating system and "Windows For Dummies" is the bestselling computer book ever. When you look at "Windows XP For Dummies 2nd Edition" it's easy to see why. Here's all the stuff you want to know served up in plain English and seasoned with a few chuckles. But make no mistake this book means business. Author Andy Rathbone listened to what you wanted to know and this edition is loaded with additional information about: e-mail faxing and troubleshooting; maximizing security features; customizing and upgrading Windows XP; multimedia applications-CDs digital music and photos video and more; and answers to questions asked by thousands of Windows users.If you're just getting started with Windows XP you'll find "Windows XP For Dummies 2nd Edition" is a lot easier than trying to get the fourth-grader next door to explain it to you. (Andy Rathbone is a lot more patient.) There's a whole section devoted to "Windows XP Stuff Everybody Thinks You Already Know " so you can get the hang of the basics quickly and in the privacy of your own home.And if you've been around a couple of generations of Windows you'll be especially interested in how to squeeze maximum security from the beefed-up anti-spam and firewall features in Service Pack 2."Windows XP For Dummies 2nd Edition" is sort of like a buffet - you can sample everything or just stick with the stuff you know you like. You'll find out how to: locate programs and files organize your information and fax scan or print documents; get online safely send and receive e-mail work with Internet Explorer's security toolbar and steer clear of pop-ups viruses and spam; make Windows XP work the way you want it to share your computer while maintaining your privacy set up a network and perform routine maintenance; transfer and organize pictures from your digital camera edit digital video and create custom CDs of your favorite tunes; and use Windows XP's troubleshooting wizards and become your own computer doctor.With its task-oriented table of contents and tear-out cheat sheet "Windows XP For Dummies 2nd Edition" is easy to use. You can quickly find what you want to know and you just may discover that this book is as important to your computer as the power cord.

  • Blackwell

    The bestselling computer book of all time is now revised to cover the updates in Windows XP Service Pack 2 as well as updates in popular Windows applications. Windows is the world's most popular operating system, and Windows For Dummies is the...

  • 0764573268
  • 9780764573262
  • Andy Rathbone
  • 8 October 2004
  • Wiley Publishing Inc.
  • Paperback (Book)
  • 432
  • 2nd Edition
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