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Windows 7 For Dummies


Windows 7 For Dummies


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von: Andy Rathbone

17,99 €

Verlag: Wiley
Format: EPUB
Veröffentl.: 13.08.2009
ISBN/EAN: 9780470555255
Sprache: englisch
Anzahl Seiten: 432

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<p>The perfect plain-English guide to the much-anticipated release of Windows 7</p> <p>Whether you're new to computers or just eager to start using the newest version of Windows, <i>Windows For Dummies, Enhanced Edition</i> answers all your questions about the changes and new tools in Windows 7, enhanced with detailed video tutorials. Windows expert Andy Rathbone walks you step by step through the most common Windows 7 tasks, including managing files, applications, media, and Internet access. You’ll learn how to navigate the interface, customize the desktop, and work with the file system. You’ll then go deeper into the system, discovering new features and improvements, and finding tips and techniques for getting the most out of Windows 7.</p> <ul> <li>Covers basic management of applications, files, and data; creating and printing documents; setting up an Internet connection and e-mail account; and online security</li> <li>Includes specially produced videos explaining features and illustrating techniques in greater depth</li> <li>Explores using Windows to edit and manage audio, video, and photo files, and how to create CDs, DVDs, and playlists with Media Center</li> <li>Helps you tweak and customize Windows 7 to operate your way and set up user accounts, build a home network, and maintain your PC</li> <li>Provides troubleshooting advice, helps you find missing files and use the Help system, and explains common error messages</li> </ul> <p><i>Windows 7 For Dummies, Enhanced Edition</i> will have you up and running on the newest version of Windows quickly and easily.</p>
<p>Introduction 1</p> <p><b>Part I: Windows 7 Stuff Everybody Thinks You Already Know 7</b></p> <p>Chapter 1: What Is Windows 7? 9</p> <p>Chapter 2: The Desktop, Start Menu, Taskbar, Gadgets, and Other Windows 7 Mysteries 19</p> <p>Chapter 3: Basic Windows Mechanics 47</p> <p>Chapter 4: Flipping Through Files, Folders, Flash Drives, Libraries, and CDs 69</p> <p><b>Part II: Working with Programs and Files 95</b></p> <p>Chapter 5: Playing with Programs and Documents 97</p> <p>Chapter 6: Briefly Lost, but Quickly Found 117</p> <p>Chapter 7: Printing Your Work 129</p> <p><b>Part III: Getting Things Done on the Internet 139</b></p> <p>Chapter 8: Cruising the Web 141</p> <p>Chapter 9: Sending and Receiving E-Mail 165</p> <p>Chapter 10: Safe Computing 189</p> <p><b>Part IV: Customizing and Upgrading Windows 7 207</b></p> <p>Chapter 11: Customizing Windows 7 with the Control Panel 209</p> <p>Chapter 12: Keeping Windows from Breaking 233</p> <p>Chapter 13: Sharing One Computer with Several People 245</p> <p>Chapter 14: Connecting Computers with a Network 255</p> <p><b>Part V: Music, Movies, Memories (And Photos, Too) 283</b></p> <p>Chapter 15: Playing and Copying Music in Media Player 285</p> <p>Chapter 16: Fiddling with Photos and Movies 309</p> <p><b>Part VI: Help! 333</b></p> <p>Chapter 17: The Case of the Broken Window 335</p> <p>Chapter 18: Strange Messages: What You Did Does Not Compute 347</p> <p>Chapter 19: Moving from an Old Computer to a New Windows 7 PC 357</p> <p>Chapter 20: Help on the Windows 7 Help System 371</p> <p><b>Part VII: The Part of Tens 377</b></p> <p>Chapter 21: Ten or So Things You’ll Hate about Windows 7 (And How to Fix Them) 379</p> <p>Chapter 22: Ten or So Tips for Laptop Owners 387</p> <p>Appendix A: Upgrading to Windows 7 393</p> <p>Index 399</p>
<p><b>Andy Rathbone</b> has written all previous editions of <i>Windows For Dummies</i>, the bestselling computer reference book of all time. Andy's helpful tips and easy-to-understand directions have helped millions of people run Windows on their home and business computers.
<p><b><i>Learn to:</i></b> <ul> <li>Personalize your Windows 7 desktop with your own photos</li> <li>Speed up Windows with built-in shortcuts</li> <li>Customize Windows warnings to only give the notices you want</li> <li>Move your files from your old PC to a Windows 7 computer</li> </ul> <p><b>The fun and easy way<sup>®</sup> to get up to speed and get things done with Windows 7!</b> <p>Windows 7 is loaded with features, tools, and shortcuts designed to make life easier for all users. To learn how they all work, you need this latest version of the book that's been making Windows clear for years! It starts at Square One, helping you set up Windows 7, use folders and files, get online, play with media, and keep Windows happy. <ul> <li><b>New to Windows? —</b> Part I is full of stuff everybody thinks you already know, like how to use the Start menu, taskbars, and files</li> <li><b>What's new in Windows 7 —</b> control the number of prompts and warnings, enjoy plentiful shortcuts, and explore interactive previews</li> <li><b>Lost and found —</b> use the Search function to locate anything: missing windows, programs, e-mails, songs, photos, files, even other computers on your network</li> <li><b>Cruisin' with the new Internet Explorer —</b> set up and customize Internet Explorer, understand plug-ins, and navigate the Web</li> <li><b>Move your stuff —</b> transfer your files from an old PC to your Windows 7 system</li> <li><b>Where the fun starts —</b> play music and movies with Media Player, organize photos, and create slideshows you can put on DVD</li> <b><li>Keep your files safe —</b> make backups and create a system repair disk.</b></li> </ul> <p><b>Open the book and find:</b> <ul> <li>Shortcuts for finding photos, music, and video on your PC</li> <li>Steps to setting up separate user accounts for a whole family</li> <li>Tips for laptop users</b></li> <li>How to get photos from your digital camera to your computer</li> <li>Advice on managing e-mail with Windows 7</li> <li>Common Windows 7 headaches and how to avoid them</li> <li>How to create a simple home network</li> <li>Windows 7's tools for safe computing</li> </ul>

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