- Microsoft® Windows® XP Step by Step, Second Edition
- A Note Regarding Supplemental Files
- What’s New in Microsoft Windows XP
- What’s New in This Second Edition
- Getting Help
- Using the Book’s CD-ROM
- Conventions and Features
- Quick Reference
- Chapter 1 Getting Started with Windows XP
- Chapter 2 Working Efficiently in Windows XP
- Chapter 3 Managing Computer Security
- Chapter 4 Working with Hardware, Software, and Middleware
- Chapter 5 Working with Files and Folders
- Chapter 6 Personalizing Windows XP
- Chapter 7 Making Connections
- Chapter 8 Communicating with Other People
- Chapter 9 Having Fun with Windows XP
- Chapter 10 Solving Problems
- 1. Getting Started with Windows XP
- Understanding Windows XP Basics
- Logging On to a Windows XP Domain-Connected Computer
- Logging On to a Windows XP Standalone or Workgroup-Connected Computer
- Updating and Safeguarding Your Computer System
- Logging Off of Windows XP
- Shutting Down a Windows XP Domain-Connected Computer
- Shutting Down a Windows XP Workgroup-Connected Computer
- Key Points
- 2. Working Efficiently in Windows XP
- 3. Managing Computer Security
- 4. Working with Hardware, Software, and Middleware
- Installing Speakers and a Microphone
- Installing a Local Printer
- Installing a Network Printer
- Installing a Scanner or Camera
- Installing a Storage Device
- Installing Internal Devices
- Installing a Software Program
- Installing Windows Components
- Starting Programs Automatically
- Using Multiple Monitors
- Changing Your Default Middleware Applications
- Key Points
- 5. Working with Files and Folders
- 6. Personalizing Windows XP
- Changing the Look and Feel of Windows
- Applying a Custom Desktop Background
- Selecting a Screen Saver
- Changing Your Monitor Settings
- Changing Your System’s Date and Time
- Changing Your Regional and Language Settings
- Making Windows XP Easier to See and Use
- Training Your Computer to Recognize Your Voice
- Choosing a Voice for Your Computer
- Key Points
- 7. Making Connections
- 8. Communicating with Other People
- Creating a Passport Account
- Getting to Know Windows Messenger
- Setting Up Windows Messenger
- Adding Contacts to Windows Messenger
- Sending and Receiving Instant Messages
- Changing Your Windows Messenger Status
- Setting Up Outlook Express
- Sending and Receiving E-Mail Messages
- Creating E-Mail Stationery
- Adding Contacts to Your Address Book
- Key Points
- 9. Having Fun with Windows XP
- Playing Games
- Using MSN Explorer
- Allowing and Restricting Objectionable Content
- Introducing Windows Media Player
- Setting Your Windows Media Player Options
- Using Windows Media Player
- Displaying Audio Visualizations
- Personalizing Windows Media Player
- Listening to Music from CDs
- Surfing the Radio Waves
- Creating a Music Playlist
- Sharing Digital Photos
- Key Points
- 10. Solving Problems
- Glossary
- About the Authors
- Index
- About the Author
- Copyright
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