Upgrade your computer skills Teach Yourself Basic Computer Skills Windows XP, Second Edition, will help you get up and running, quickly and simply. It is a cost-effective alternative to buying an expensive manual for each application. The book is the most up-to-date book on XP on the market. With step-by-step instructions, minimal jargon and detailed explanations of all the technical terms, this book will give you the confidence to move forward and expand your knowledge. Based on all operating systems up to and including Windows XP, this second edition has been updated for Internet Explorer 7.
"Find out how to : get around in Windows XP ; upgrade your system ; hook up digital cameras, scanners, and printers ; surf the web ; send and receive email ; chat online ; protect your computer from hackers and viruses ; burn CDs filled with music, photos and video ; set up a simple home network ; share an Internet connection ; play DVDs ; and troubleshoot problems." - back cover.
Peter Norton's Complete Guide to Microsoft Windows XP is a comprehensive, user-friendly guide written in the highly acclaimed Norton style. This unique approach teaches the features of Windows XP with clear explanations of the many new technologies designed to improve your system performance. The book demonstrates all of the newest features available for increasing your OS performance. You will find Peter's Principles, communications, networking, printing, performance, troubleshooting, and compatibility tips throughout the book. Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, Peter Norton's Guide to Microsoft Windows XP has the answers, explanations, and examples you need.
In just 24 lessons of one hour or less, you will be able to install and configure Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and its various services for any size network. Using a straightforward, step-by-step approach, each lesson builds on the previous ones, enabling you to learn the essentials of Windows Server® 2008 from the ground up. Step-by-step instructions carefully walk you through the most common tasks. Q&As at the end of each hour help you test your knowledge. By the Way notes present interesting information related to the discussion. Did You Know? tips offer advice or show you easier ways to do something. Watch Out! cautions alert you to possible problems and give you advice on how to avoid them. Joe Habraken is a computer technology professional and best-selling author with more than fifteen years of experience in the information technology field. He has written more than twenty computer and information technology publications including Home Wireless Networking in a Snap, Skinning Windows XP, and Sams Teach Yourself Networking in 24 Hours (with Matt Hayden). Joe, a Microsoft Certified Professional and Cisco Certified Network Associate, currently serves as an associate professor at the University of New England in Biddeford, ME, where he teaches a variety of new media and information technology-related courses. Learn how to... --Install the latest version of the Windows network operating system --Design and implement Active Directory Forests, Trees, and Domains --Configure Windows servers for a number of different roles including domain controller, remote access server, file server, print server, Web server, and much more --Add users to your domain’s Active Directory and organize users in groups and organizational units --Implement network services such as DNS, DHCP, Windows Deployment Services, and Routing and Remote Access --Secure your servers with the Windows Firewall and IPSec and make your domain more secure using the Active Directory Certificate Services Register your book at informit.com/sams/title/9780672330124 for convenient access to updates and corrections as they become available.
A tutorial demonstration of the updated operating system covers installation, configuration, desktop activation, Internet connectivity, system maintenance, peripherals, e-mail, software, and remote computing.
WHY THIS BOOK? Technology still scary many people away even today. Most people believe it's not their game. They believe that computation is for some who specialized in computer science. The fact is; our world has changed greatly, and technology is one of the main factors. But, technology applies to every aspect of life today. Whether you're a student, a banker, a salesperson, a teacher, a writer or none of these things, you need to know some computing basics. You can do this with the help of technology itself. Basic Computer Knowledge is the answer. This book promises to assist you with: Introducing what computers are and how they work. Giving an overview of Microsoft Windows editions and their different functions. Explaining different computation tasks you can perform without a degree. Helping you learn by doing as if you're in a real physical classroom. Exploring computing best practices and online safety for you and your loved ones. Reading books, blog posts, social media messages and hanging around with some international computer experts, John is here to assist you in his writings. He learned his computing skills by doing; will you? Grab a copy now.
Presents full-colour, easy-to-use books and a CD-ROM for CLAiT 2006, which focus on enthusing students and leading them to success. The modular approach allows students to choose a book per unit or one book covering the first three units.
John guides the reader through the new and unfamiliar Windows interface, while introducing the new features. The book provides information in several formats, all integrated with theory, tutorials, procedures, tips and comprehensive. Topics range from: * Installation of Windows XP * Whether to upgrade and if so, how to do it * Configuring services and setting up users * Navigation of the new menus * Explanation of the new internet options, such as third party cookie alert, firewalls, and web publishing wizard * Registry configurations * Integration ideas for home networks and explanations about using the networking wizards * Accessory overview * Using XP on laptops * Working with Linux Maintaining the system & productivity tips
John guides the reader through the new and unfamiliar Windows interface, while introducing the new features. The book provides information in several formats, all integrated with theory, tutorials, procedures, tips and comprehensive. Topics range from: * Installation of Windows XP * Whether to upgrade and if so, how to do it * Configuring services and setting up users * Navigation of the new menus * Explanation of the new internet options, such as third party cookie alert, firewalls, and web publishing wizard * Registry configurations * Integration ideas for home networks and explanations about using the networking wizards * Accessory overview * Using XP on laptops * Working with Linux Maintaining the system & productivity tips
