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Showing posts with label Paul McFedries. Show all posts

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Teach Yourself VISUALLY Windows 7


Product Description
A practical guide for visual learners who are eager to get started with Windows 7

Windows 7 is Microsoft's highly anticipated operating system used by millions of people around the world. If you're a visual learner and are new to Windows 7, then this book is an ideal introduction to the new features of this operating system. Seasoned author Paul McFedries walks you through the basics and beyond of Windows 7 in a straightforward manner.

You'll discover how to install and repair programs, maintain your system, set up password-protected accounts, load images from a digital camera, play music and other media files, secure Internet and e-mail accounts, and much more. More than 150 tasks are accompanied by full-color screen shots as they guide you to becoming a confident user of Windows 7.

Experienced author Paul McFedries walks you through Microsoft's eagerly awaited new operating system: Windows 7
Clear and succinct explanations, step-by-step instructions, and full-color screen shots take you through the newest features of Windows 7
More than 150 Windows 7 tasks show you the basics and beyond, including installing and repairing programs, maintaining your system, loading images from a digital camera, and more
This book is essential if you are a visual learner who is enthusiastic about diving in and exploring all that Windows 7 has to offer!

Friday, March 6, 2009

Microsoft Windows Vista Unveiled


Product Description

* Covering the new features and capabilities of Windows Vista, this book gets readers up to speed fast on interface changes, security options, and setup processes
* Simple, easy-to-follow instructions for common Windows Vista tasks show readers how to carry out essential activities and gain competence and confidence
* Bargain-priced at only $14.99, this book explains how to navigate the desktop, create files, copy and delete files and folders, connect to the Internet, search the Web, use e-mail, and much more

Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #291162 in Books
* Published on: 2006-12-26
* Original language: English
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Paperback
* 240 pages

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover
Just the steps you need to get going with Vista today!

Simple steps...

...for great results

Move a File or Folder

1. Right-click Start menu button and choose Explore.
2. In the resulting Windows Explorer window (see Figure 3-8), double-click a folder or series of folders to locate the file that you want to move.
3. Take the following action:
Click and drag the file to another folder in the Folders pane on the left side of the window. If you right-click and drag, you are offered the options of moving or copying the item when you place it via the shortcut menu that appears.

Get Ready To

* Use built-in Windows applications
* Manage files and folders
* Get online safely
* Set up a network
* Use anti-virus and anti-spyware tools
* Play games, music, and slide shows

About the Author
Nancy Muir has written over 50 books on topics ranging from desktop applications to online safety and distance learning. She has also contributed articles to several national magazines on topics such as distance learning and home design. Prior to her freelance career, Nancy worked in the software and book publishing industries and has taught technical writing at the university level. She holds a certificate in distance learning design.
Customer Reviews

Quick reference4
It is a quick reference and explains it simply where I can do it and move on to my work.

The very best place to start5
This book breaks things up into easily digestible tasks. It doesn't waste time with lots of explanation but shows you exactly how to get things done. Another reviewer gave this a low score clearly because he doesn't like Windows Vista, which seems unfair. If you want a good place to get going with Vista this book is well done, easy to understand, and uses lots of graphics to help you find your way.

fore dummies1
Book is for dummies and is of virtually no use to the new "stupid" user unfriendly Vista.