If you need Windows XP solutions fast, then this book is foryou-whether you're new to Windows XP or you need help dealing withthe applications that come with it. Open the book and you'lldiscover clear, easy-to-follow instructions for more than 250 keyWindows XP tasks, each presented in ten quick steps-or less.Easy-to-navigate pages, lots of screen shots, and to-the-pointdirections guide you through every common (and not-so-common)Windows XP challenge-and help you get more done in less time.* Each solution is ten steps-or less-to help you get the job donefast* Self-contained two-page spreads deliver the answers youneed-without flipping pages* A no-fluff approach focuses on helping you achieve results* A resource packed with useful and fun ways to get the most out ofWindows XP
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BILL HATFIELD is the bestselling author of computer books, including several popular "For Dummies" titles. He is also the editor of two computer journals from Pinnacle. Bill teaches computer classes for professionals throughout the nation.
BRADLEY L. JONES is the site manager for a number of high-profile sites for Internet.com that focus on making technical information easy to understand and easy to learn. In addition to weekly eNewsletters, he has written numerous articles focused on making complex topics easy to follow and understand. He is also an internationally bestselling author of a number of books.
Klappentext
If you need Windows XP solutions fast, then this book is for you–whether you’re new to Windows XP or you need help dealing with the applications that come with it. Open the book and you’ll discover clear, easy-to-follow instructions for more than 250 key Windows XP tasks, each presented in ten quick steps–or less. Easy-to-navigate pages, lots of screen shots, and to-the-point directions guide you through every common (and not-so-common) Windows XP challenge–and help you get more done in less time.
- Each solution is ten steps–or less–to help you get the job done fast
- Self-contained two-page spreads deliver the answers you need–without flipping pages
- A no-fluff approach focuses on helping you achieve results
- A resource packed with useful and fun ways to get the most out of Windows XP
Zusammenfassung
If you need Windows XP solutions fast, then this book is for you-whether you're new to Windows XP or you need help dealing with the applications that come with it. Open the book and you'll discover clear, easy-to-follow instructions for more than 250 key Windows XP tasks, each presented in ten quick steps-or less. Easy-to-navigate pages, lots of screen shots, and to-the-point directions guide you through every common (and not-so-common) Windows XP challenge-and help you get more done in less time.
* Each solution is ten steps-or less-to help you get the job done fast
* Self-contained two-page spreads deliver the answers you need-without flipping pages
* A no-fluff approach focuses on helping you achieve results
* A resource packed with useful and fun ways to get the most out of Windows XP
Inhalt
About the Authors.
Acknowledgments.
Introduction.
Part 1: Understanding Windows XP Basics.
Task 1: Starting Up and Logging In.
Task 2: Logging Off and Shutting Down.
Task 3: Activating Windows.
Task 4: Enabling Fast Switching between Users.
Task 5: Setting Your Computer’s Clock and Time Zone.
Task 6: Setting the Clock Automatically.
Task 7: Adjusting Your Computer’s Volume.
Task 8: Automatically Turning the Monitor Off.
Task 9: Locking and Unlocking the Computer.
Task 10: Locking Your Computer with a Screen Saver.
Task 11: Getting Help.
Task 12: Customizing Help Screens.
Task 13: Setting Search Options for Help.
Task 14: Creating a Help and Support Favorites List.
Task 15: Using the Knowledge Base.
Task 16: Getting Basic Information about Your System.
Task 17: Automatically Keeping Windows Up-to-Date.
Task 18: Manually Updating Windows XP.
Task 19: Installing New Software.
Task 20: Removing Application Software.
Part 2: Working with Folders and Files.
Task 21: Accessing My Computer.
Task 22: Navigating What’s on the Hard Drive.
Task 23: Creating, Renaming, and Deleting Files and Folders.
Task 24: Creating Copies of Files and Folders.
Task 25: Moving a File or Folder.
Task 26: Using Different Folder Views.
Task 27: Customizing the Details Folder View.
Task 28: Settings Options on All Folders.
Task 29: Customizing Windows Explorer.
Task 30: Recovering Deleted Files.
Task 31: Setting Recycle Bin Options.
Task 32: Searching for Files or Folders.
Task 33: Setting File Properties.
Task 34: Creating a Shortcut.
Task 35: Copying Files to a CD-ROM.
Task 36: Saving Space by Compressing a Drive.
Task 37: Creating a Zip File.
Task 38: Accessing and Adding to a Zip File.
Task 39: Extracting All Items from a Zip File.
Part 3: Personalizing Windows XP.
Task 40: Choosing a Theme.
Task 41: Setting the Screen Colors and Resolution.
Task 42: Choosing a Desktop Background Image.
Task 43: Setting or Changing a Screen Saver.
Task 44: Choosing or Changing an Appearance.
Task 45: Assigning Sounds to Events.
Task 46: Creating a New Theme.
Task 47: Customizing Your Taskbar.
Task 48: Customizing the Quick Launch Toolbar.
Task 49: Customizing the Start Menu.
Task 50: Adding Shortcuts to Your Desktop.
Task 51: Arranging Your Desktop Items.
Task 52: Picking a Program’s Icon to Display.
Task 53: Placing Standard Items and Icons on the Desktop.
Task 54: Putting Web Pages on Your Desktop.
Task 55: Customizing Mouse Options.
Task 56: Customizing the Mouse Pointers.
Task 57: Setting Keyboard Options.
Task 58: Automatically Starting a Program at Startup.
Task 59: Changing Regional Settings.
Task 60: Changing Number and Currency Formatting.
Part 4: Graphics and Digital Photography.
Task 61: Copying Pictures from Your Camera to Your Hard Drive.
Task 62: Using a Scanner to Capture Photographs.
Task 63: Capturing a Picture of Your Screen.
Task 64: Creating Your Own Icons in Paint.
Task 65: Drawing Pictures in Paint.
Task 66: Organizing Your Pictures into Folders and Photo Albums.
Task 67: Storing and Retrieving Information about Your Pictures.
Task 68: Viewing, Zooming, and Reorienting Your Pictures.
Task 69: Resizing a Picture.
Task 70: Cropping a Picture.
Task 71: Adding Notes and Drawings to a Picture.
Task 72: Converting a Picture’s File Type.
Task 73: Printing a Picture.
Task 74: Ordering Prints of Your Pictures Online.
Task 75: Putting Your Pictures on the Web.
Task 76: Creating a Screen Saver with Your Own Pictures.
Part 5: Working with Digital Music.
Task 77: Upgrading Windows Media Player.
Task 78: Playing Music CDs.
Task 79: Copying Music from a CD to Your Hard Drive.
Task 80: Identifying Your Album Name, Artist, and Tracks.
Task 81: Finding and Playing Music in Your Media Library.
Task 82: Searching for Music to Add to Your Media Library.
Task 83: Adding and Viewing Song Lyrics.
Task 84: Creating and Listening to a Playlist.
Task 85: Downloading Music from the Internet.
Task 86: Tuning In to Internet Radio.
Task 87: Copying Music to a Portable Music Player.
Task 88: Creating Your Own Audio CD.
Task 89: Duplicating an Audio.
Task 90: Making Windows Media Player Beautiful with Skins.
Part 6: Working with Digital Movies.
Task 91: Upgrading Windows Movie Maker.
Task 92: Playing a Movie on DVD.
Task 93: Playing a Video File.
Task 94: Creating and Deleting Collections in Windows Movie Maker.
Task 95: Importing Clips and Other Items into Your Collections in Windows Movie Maker.
Task 96: Making Movies.
Task 97: Capturing Video from Your Camcorder.…