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'If one book can help you master Vista, this is it' - Fred Langa, former editor-in-chief of "Byte Magazine". 'These two know more about Windows than Microsoft does' - Chris Pirillo, editor of "Lockergnome.com". Go beyond Microsoft's Help guide and discover the true secrets of Windows Vista that are essential to power users. Written by two of the most recognized Windows authorities, this resource provides you with numerous tips, tricks, and undocumented features that aren't available anywhere else. You'll find extensive screenshots, tables, and illustrations that clearly show how to achieve optimal performance, fix desktop problems, and take advantage of the robust features of Windows Vista.This is the insider's guide to: installing and upgrading your system (see Chapter 2); quickly finding and organizing all of your files (see Chapter 5); taking advantage of new security features (see Chapter 8); creating your own movies and DVDs (see Chapter 12); playing state-of-the-art games with amazing effects (see Chapter 14); going wireless using Windows Vista mobility features (see Chapter 15); and, managing your schedule with Windows[registered] Calendar (see Chapter 20).
Tips, tricks, treats, and secrets revealed on the latest operating system from Microsoft: Windows 7 You already know the ups and downs of Windows Vista-now it's time to learn the ins and outs of Windows 7! Internationally recognized Windows experts, Microsoft insiders, and authors Paul Thurrott and Rafael Rivera cut through the hype to pull away the curtain and reveal useful information not found anywhere else. Regardless of your level of knowledge, you'll discover little-known facts on how things work, what's new and different, and how you can modify Windows 7 to meet your own specific needs. A witty, conversational tone tells you what you need to know to go from Windows user to Windows expert and doesn't waste time with basic computer topics while point-by-point comparisons demonstrate the difference between Windows 7 features and functionality to those in Windows XP and Vista.
* Windows 7 is the exciting update to Microsoft's operating system * Authors are internationally known Windows experts and Microsoft insiders * Exposes tips, tricks, and secrets on the new features and functionality of Windows 7 * Reveals best practices for customizing the system to work for you * Investigates the differences between Windows 7 and previous versions of Windows No need to whisper! Window 7 Secrets is the ultimate insider's guide to Microsoft's most exciting Windows version in years.
* Windows 7 is the exciting update to Microsoft's operating system * Authors are internationally known Windows experts and Microsoft insiders * Exposes tips, tricks, and secrets on the new features and functionality of Windows 7 * Reveals best practices for customizing the system to work for you * Investigates the differences between Windows 7 and previous versions of Windows No need to whisper! Window 7 Secrets is the ultimate insider's guide to Microsoft's most exciting Windows version in years.
Listen up! Bestselling author Paul Thurrott whispers little know Windows Phone 7 tips, tricks, and advice The newly revamped Windows Phone platform boasts sophisticated new features and functionality. Sharing his years of training and experience, bestselling author and Windows expert Paul Thurrott reveals little known tips, valuable insight, and unbeatable advice so you can get the most from your Windows Phone 7. You'll benefit from the simple, straightforward solutions to common problems, all of which will go a long way to help if you are new to the Window Phone 7. Written with access to unique information from the team at Microsoft, Windows Phone 7 Secrets is the ultimate guide to this exciting new mobile platform. Unlike other books, this title reveals the inner workings of the Windows Phone and how to make it work the way you want it. Thurrott begins with the basics of choosing the right Windows Phone, setting it up, and upgrading from another smart phone. He then moves on to customizing the screen; downloading applications; and using the Internet, e-mail, calendar, Microsoft Office; and more.
Coverage includes: Pre-Flight Checklist: What to Do Before You Get Your Windows Phone Windows Live ID: One Online ID to Rule Them All Using Windows Live ID to Access Your Social Networks and Other Services Picking a Phone Unboxing and Getting Started Unboxing Your Windows Phone Windows Phone Usage Understanding the Windows Phone User Interface The Way We Were: How Microsoft Screwed Up Mobile So Bad It Had to Start Over from Scratch A New Beginning: Metro Real World Metro: A Whirlwind Tour of the UI Hubs and Applications You and Your Friends: How to Connect with Others, Connect to the World Managing Your Digital Persona Being a People Person: Managing Your Family, Friends, and Other Contacts Configuring the People Hub Digital Memories: Using the Pictures Hub and Camera Using the Pictures Hub Taking Pictures and Videos with the Camera Moving Photos Between the Phone and Your PC Sharing Photos and Customizing Your Phone Configuring Pictures Hub Options Zune to Go: Music + Videos Using the Zune PC Software with Windows Phone Enjoying Music and Video Content on Windows Phone Why Zune Is Different More Music: Pandora and Other Services Having Fun: Windows Phone and Games Windows Phone: Great Mobile Gaming Platform Understanding Xbox Live Xbox Live on Windows Phone:Not the Full Meal Deal Using the Games Hub Playing a Game Finding More Games in the Marketplace Browsing the Web A (Short) History of the Mobile Web Using Internet Explorer on Windows Phone Configuring Internet Explorer Searching on the Go with Bing Bing: A Different Way to Search Using Bing Configuring Bing Managing E-mail on the Go Push It: A Look at Mobile E-mail Understanding Accounts and E-mail Using Mail Configuring Mail and E-mail Accounts Tracking Your Schedule with Calendar Connected Calendars Glancing at Your Schedule on the Go Using Calendar Working with Appointments and Reminders Configuring Calendar Getting Work Done on the Go with Office Mobile What You Can-and Can't Do-with Office Mobile Using the Office Hub Accessing Online Documents Configuring Office Mobile Making Calls and Using Voicemail Configuring Contacts Accounts Making and Receiving Phone Calls Using Voicemail Working with Bluetooth Configuring Phone and Voicemail Text and Multimedia Messaging Understanding Mobile Messaging Messaging on Windows Phone Configuring Messaging Beyond Messaging Digging Deeper into Phone Configuration Configuring What Happens When the Phone Is Locked Configuring Sounds Using Windows Phone on an Airplane Configuring Accounts Making Region and Language Configuration Changes Wi-Fi Sync Nuke It from Space and Start Over PC and Web Integration You Can't Get There from Here Browsing and Buying in the Marketplace Windows Phone on the Web Updating Windows Phone The word is out: Windows Phone 7 Secrets uncovers unbeatable advice!
Coverage includes: Pre-Flight Checklist: What to Do Before You Get Your Windows Phone Windows Live ID: One Online ID to Rule Them All Using Windows Live ID to Access Your Social Networks and Other Services Picking a Phone Unboxing and Getting Started Unboxing Your Windows Phone Windows Phone Usage Understanding the Windows Phone User Interface The Way We Were: How Microsoft Screwed Up Mobile So Bad It Had to Start Over from Scratch A New Beginning: Metro Real World Metro: A Whirlwind Tour of the UI Hubs and Applications You and Your Friends: How to Connect with Others, Connect to the World Managing Your Digital Persona Being a People Person: Managing Your Family, Friends, and Other Contacts Configuring the People Hub Digital Memories: Using the Pictures Hub and Camera Using the Pictures Hub Taking Pictures and Videos with the Camera Moving Photos Between the Phone and Your PC Sharing Photos and Customizing Your Phone Configuring Pictures Hub Options Zune to Go: Music + Videos Using the Zune PC Software with Windows Phone Enjoying Music and Video Content on Windows Phone Why Zune Is Different More Music: Pandora and Other Services Having Fun: Windows Phone and Games Windows Phone: Great Mobile Gaming Platform Understanding Xbox Live Xbox Live on Windows Phone:Not the Full Meal Deal Using the Games Hub Playing a Game Finding More Games in the Marketplace Browsing the Web A (Short) History of the Mobile Web Using Internet Explorer on Windows Phone Configuring Internet Explorer Searching on the Go with Bing Bing: A Different Way to Search Using Bing Configuring Bing Managing E-mail on the Go Push It: A Look at Mobile E-mail Understanding Accounts and E-mail Using Mail Configuring Mail and E-mail Accounts Tracking Your Schedule with Calendar Connected Calendars Glancing at Your Schedule on the Go Using Calendar Working with Appointments and Reminders Configuring Calendar Getting Work Done on the Go with Office Mobile What You Can-and Can't Do-with Office Mobile Using the Office Hub Accessing Online Documents Configuring Office Mobile Making Calls and Using Voicemail Configuring Contacts Accounts Making and Receiving Phone Calls Using Voicemail Working with Bluetooth Configuring Phone and Voicemail Text and Multimedia Messaging Understanding Mobile Messaging Messaging on Windows Phone Configuring Messaging Beyond Messaging Digging Deeper into Phone Configuration Configuring What Happens When the Phone Is Locked Configuring Sounds Using Windows Phone on an Airplane Configuring Accounts Making Region and Language Configuration Changes Wi-Fi Sync Nuke It from Space and Start Over PC and Web Integration You Can't Get There from Here Browsing and Buying in the Marketplace Windows Phone on the Web Updating Windows Phone The word is out: Windows Phone 7 Secrets uncovers unbeatable advice!
This book includes tips, tricks, treats, and secrets that are revealed on Windows 8. Microsoft is introducing a major new release of its Windows operating system, Windows 8, and what better way for you to learn all the ins and outs than from two internationally recognized Windows experts and Microsoft insiders, authors Paul Thurrott and Rafael Rivera. They cut through the hype to get at useful information you'll not find anywhere else, including what role this new OS plays in a mobile and tablet world. Regardless of your level of knowledge, you'll discover little-known facts about how things work, what's new and different, and how you can modify Windows 8 to meet what you need.
Windows 8 Secrets is your insider's guide to: choosing Windows 8 Versions, PCs and Devices, and Hardware; Installing and upgrading to Windows; the New User Experience; the Windows Desktop; Personalizing Windows; Windows Store: Finding, acquiring, and managing your Apps; Browsing the Web with Internet Explorer; Windows 8's Productivity Apps; Windows 8's Photo and Entertainment Apps; Xbox Games with Windows 8; Windows 8 Storage, Backup, and Recovery; Accounts and Security; Networking and Connectivity; Windows 8 for Your Business; and; Windows Key Keyboard Shortcuts. Windows 8 Secrets is the ultimate insider's guide to Microsoft's most exciting Windows version in years.
Windows 8 Secrets is your insider's guide to: choosing Windows 8 Versions, PCs and Devices, and Hardware; Installing and upgrading to Windows; the New User Experience; the Windows Desktop; Personalizing Windows; Windows Store: Finding, acquiring, and managing your Apps; Browsing the Web with Internet Explorer; Windows 8's Productivity Apps; Windows 8's Photo and Entertainment Apps; Xbox Games with Windows 8; Windows 8 Storage, Backup, and Recovery; Accounts and Security; Networking and Connectivity; Windows 8 for Your Business; and; Windows Key Keyboard Shortcuts. Windows 8 Secrets is the ultimate insider's guide to Microsoft's most exciting Windows version in years.
Discover Windows 10 insider tips and shortcuts Windows 10 Secrets is your insider's guide to getting themost out of Windows 10. Written by two Windows experts, this bookcuts through the hype to explain how things work, what's new anddifferent, and how you can optimize the new operating system foryour wants and needs. You'll find never-before-published tips,techniques, and invaluable shortcuts and workarounds, conveyed in awitty, conversational style that doesn't waste your time with basiccomputer concepts. Tables and illustrations clarify importantpoints, and provide easy reference when you just need a quickanswer. You'll learn what has changed since Windows 8, how to usenew tools and features, and how to tailor Windows 10 to be moreefficient. This book is your tour guide to Windows 10, showing you how toget more out of Windows 10 and fully utilize the latestproductivity-enhancing features.
* Get point-by-point comparison between Windows 10 and Windows8 * Explore Windows 10's new features and functionality * Learn the Windows 10 tips and techniques you can't get anywhereelse * Modify Windows 10 to work the way you need it towork Get the scoop on the latest upgrade straight fromMicrosoft insiders with Windows 10 Secrets.
* Get point-by-point comparison between Windows 10 and Windows8 * Explore Windows 10's new features and functionality * Learn the Windows 10 tips and techniques you can't get anywhereelse * Modify Windows 10 to work the way you need it towork Get the scoop on the latest upgrade straight fromMicrosoft insiders with Windows 10 Secrets.
A natural follow-up to the popular Windows 7 Secrets! Written by the same knowledgeable author team that wrote Windows 7 Secrets, this practical Windows 7 troubleshooting guide is packed with smart ways to keep your Windows 7 operating system running smoothly. Whether you're upgrading to Windows 7 from XP or other Windows operating systems and whether you're a home or business users, this easy-to-follow guide walks you through a full range of scenarios and provides insights and solutions designed to help you avoid problems. * Offers insider tips, invaluable insights, and unbeatable advice from the expert author team of Windows 7 Secrets * Covers common problems such as upgrading and migrating to Windows 7, hardware and software compatibility issues, security and networking, and cloud computing * Also covers digital entertainment with Windows 7, mobile use, and power users * Features personalized notations, interior elements, highlighted areas, and other ways to help you quickly spot scenarios and solutions Benefit from the insights of Windows 7 experts with this essential troubleshooting guide!