Peter Norton's Complete Guide to Windows XP

Peter Norton's Complete Guide to Windows XP
Author: Peter Norton
Publisher: Pearson Education
Total Pages: 1093
Release: 1997-10-28
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0132715384

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.

PCs: The Missing Manual

PCs: The Missing Manual
Author: David A. Karp
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Total Pages: 597
Release: 2005-12-23
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1491909854

Your vacuum comes with one. Even your blender comes with one. But your PC--something that costs a whole lot more and is likely to be used daily and for tasks of far greater importance and complexity--doesn't come with a printed manual. Thankfully, that's not a problem any longer: PCs: The Missing Manual explains everything you need to know about PCs, both inside and out, and how to keep them running smoothly and working the way you want them to work. A complete PC manual for both beginners and power users, PCs: The Missing Manual has something for everyone. PC novices will appreciate the unassuming, straightforward tutorials on PC basics, such as hooking up a monitor, keyboard, mouse, printer, and scanner. Families will enjoy sections on networking several computers to share an Internet connection, sharing one monitor between two PCs, connecting portable media players, and creating a home theater system. Adventurous PC users will like the clear photos explaining how to take your PC apart and replace or upgrade any failing parts; IT professionals will be grateful to have something to hand to their coworkers who need solid, trusted information about using their PC. In PCs: The Missing Manual, bestselling computer author Andy Rathbone delivers simple, reliable advice on the kinds of things PC users confront every day. He shows you how to connect and configure today's must-have devices (including digital cameras, portable music players, digital camcorders, and keychain drives); burn CDs and DVDs; scan and fax documents, and more. His section on the Internet explains how to choose the best Internet Service Provider and web browser for your needs; send email; find information quickly on the Web; share photos online; set up a blog; set up a webcam; access TV and radio through the Internet; and shop safely online. And Rathbone delivers plenty of guidance on keep your privacy and your PC safe by installing firewalls, creating safe passwords, running antivirus software, removing spyware and adware, and backing up important files.

A+, Network+, Security+ Exams in a Nutshell

A+, Network+, Security+ Exams in a Nutshell
Author: Pawan K. Bhardwaj
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Total Pages: 815
Release: 2007-03-27
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0596551517

If you're preparing for the new CompTIA 2006 certification in A+, or the current Network+ and Security+ certifications, you'll find this book invaluable. It provides all the information you need to get ready for these exams, including the four new A+ exams -- the required Essentials exam and three elective exams that pertain to your area of specialization. As with other O'Reilly Nutshell books for certification exams, A+, Network+ and Security + in a Nutshell follows a proven style and approach. It reviews all of the topics needed to master each exam in a remarkably concise format, with required knowledge boiled down to the core. Instead of plowing through 500 to 700 pages to prepare for each exam, this book covers each one in approximately 150 pages. And because the objectives for the three elective A+ exams are redundant, and the book covers them in one section. The exams covered include: A+ Essentials: Required for A+ 2006 certification EXAM 220-602: For the A+ IT Technician specialization EXAM 220-603: For the A+ Remote Support Technician specialization EXAM 220-604: For the A+ IT Depot specialization EXAM N10-003: For Network+ Certification EXAM SYO-101: For Security+ Certification Each exam is covered in three parts: Exam Overview, Study Guide and Prep and Practice. Plenty of detailed tables and screen shots are included, along with study notes and practice questions. Once you have completed the exams successfully, you will find this all-in-one book to be a valuable reference to core administration and security skills.

No Stress Tech Guide to Microsoft Works 8 And 8. 5

No Stress Tech Guide to Microsoft Works 8 And 8. 5
Author: Indera Murphy
Publisher: Tolana Publishing
Total Pages: 333
Release: 2006-06
Genre: Integrated software
ISBN: 0977391213

A self-paced visual guide to learning Crystal Reports, this workbook for beginners has easy-to-understand, step-by-step instructions and screen shots to show users how to complete the design technique.

No Stress Tech Guide to ACT! 2007

No Stress Tech Guide to ACT! 2007
Author: Indera Murphy
Publisher: Tolana Publishing
Total Pages: 348
Release: 2007-09
Genre: Business records
ISBN: 0977391256

Primarily for new users of ACT!, this text provides step-by-step instructions, timesaving tips, advice, and humor to help readers learn the advanced concepts. The workbook contains an abundance of screen shots to help reduce the stress often associated with learning new software.

No Stress Tech Guide to Microsoft Works 7

No Stress Tech Guide to Microsoft Works 7
Author: Indera Murphy
Publisher: Tolana Publishing
Total Pages: 325
Release: 2006-06
Genre: Microsoft Works (Computer file)
ISBN: 0977391221

The fastest and easiest way to overcome an obstacle is to have someone who has been there, to be by your side every step of the way. That is the purpose of this book - to be by your side every step of the way through learning Microsoft Works 7. The No Stress Tech Guide To Microsoft Works 7 will lead the novice and intermediate user through the features and applications that are part of Works 7, which will take your skills to the next level. This book is not for Works advanced or power users. After completing the exercises in this book, you will be a Works 7 power user! The table of contents takes the HOW TO approach, which makes it easier to find exactly what you are looking for. At the end of each lesson is a "Test Your Skills" section to further ensure that you are learning the topics that are covered. The exercises in this section allow you to practice what you learned in the lesson. This book will guide you through the highways of Microsoft Works and get you up to speed. Differences between this version and the prior version will also be pointed out, in case you upgraded from the previous version of Works. Microsoft Works is an integrated software package that includes a word processor, spreadsheet, database and other tools. This book is divided into 5 sections - Works Overview, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Databases and Organization. A hands-on approach is usually the best way to learn most things in life. This book is a visual guide, that has over 500 screen shots that practically eliminate the guess work, which lets you know that you are doing the steps correctly. There are time saving tips, advice and humor to help you get the most out of Works. Works 9, ISBN 978-0-9773912-7-1 is also available.

Switching to the Mac: The Missing Manual, Snow Leopard Edition

Switching to the Mac: The Missing Manual, Snow Leopard Edition
Author: David Pogue
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Total Pages: 660
Release: 2009-12-09
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1449383084

Is Windows giving you pause? Ready to make the leap to the Mac instead? There has never been a better time to switch from Windows to Mac, and this incomparable guide will help you make a smooth transition. New York Times columnist and Missing Manuals creator David Pogue gets you past three challenges: transferring your stuff, assembling Mac programs so you can do what you did with Windows, and learning your way around Mac OS X. Learning to use a Mac is not a piece of cake, but once you do, the rewards are oh-so-much better. No viruses, worms, or spyware. No questionable firewalls, inefficient permissions, or other strange features. Just a beautiful machine with a thoroughly reliable system. Whether you're using Windows XP or Vista, we've got you covered. If you're ready to take on Mac OS X Snow Leopard, the latest edition of this bestselling guide tells you everything you need to know: Transferring your stuff -- Moving photos, MP3s, and Microsoft Office documents is the easy part. This book gets you through the tricky things: extracting your email, address book, calendar, Web bookmarks, buddy list, desktop pictures, and MP3 files. Re-creating your software suite -- Big-name programs (Word, Photoshop, Firefox, Dreamweaver, and so on) are available in both Mac and Windows versions, but hundreds of other programs are available only for Windows. This guide identifies the Mac equivalents and explains how to move your data to them. Learning Snow Leopard -- Once you've moved into the Mac, a final task awaits: Learning your way around. Fortunately, you're in good hands with the author of Mac OS X: The Missing Manual, the #1 bestselling guide to the Macintosh. Moving from Windows to a Mac successfully and painlessly is the one thing Apple does not deliver. Switching to the Mac: The Missing Manual, Snow Leopard Edition is your ticket to a new computing experience.

Hands-On Guide to Windows Media

Hands-On Guide to Windows Media
Author: Joe Follansbee
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 287
Release: 2012-09-10
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1136034420

Hands-On Guide to Windows Media is a practical guide that teaches how to distribute audio and video efficiently and effectively over computer networks. This book enables you to get up and running quickly and focuses on one of the most popular tools in the streaming media universe, Windows Media. This book will help you to understand the unique characteristics and demands of streaming audio and video information over packet-switched networks. Ideal even for non-technical readers.