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    Windows Vista™ Step by Step

    • Windows Vista™ Step by Step

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    • Publisher: Microsoft Press

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    • Print ISBN-13: 978-0-7356-2269-2

    • Print ISBN-10: 0-7356-2269-8

    • Pages in Print Edition: 464

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    The smart way to learn the latest version of Microsoft Windows®—one step at a time! Build exactly the skills you need by working at your own pace through easy-to-follow lessons and hands-on practices files on CD.

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    Table of Contents

     Index

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    Copyright

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    About the Authors

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    Introducing Windows Vista

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    The Microsoft Business Certification Program

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    Information for New Computer Users

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    Features and Conventions of This Book

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    Using the Book’s CD

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    Getting Help

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    Quick Reference

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    1 Token    Chapter 1. Getting Started with Windows Vista
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    Logging On to Windows Vista

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    Activating Windows

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    Updating Windows System Files

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    Ending a Computing Session

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    Making Your Computer Easier to Use

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    1 Token    Chapter 2. Working Efficiently in Windows Vista
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    Finding Your Way Around the Windows Desktop

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    Using and Modifying the Start Menu

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    Finding Your Way Around Your Computer

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    Using and Modifying the Taskbar

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    Creating Shortcuts to Files, Folders, and Programs

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    Rearranging and Deleting Items on the Desktop

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    1 Token    Chapter 3. Working with Folders and Files
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    Navigating to Folders and Files

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    Viewing Folders and Files in Different Ways

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    Viewing Information About a Folder or File

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    Creating, Renaming, and Deleting Folders and Files

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    Moving and Copying Folders and Files

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    Finding Specific Information

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    Chapter 4. Personalizing Windows Vista
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    Changing the Look of Windows Vista on Your Screen

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    Optimizing Visual Effects

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    Changing the Desktop Background

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    Selecting and Managing a Screen Saver

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    Managing Your System Date and Time

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    Changing Your Computer’s Name

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    1 Token    Chapter 5. Installing and Configuring Devices
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    Displaying More on Your Monitor

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    Configuring Your System for Multiple Monitors

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    Changing the Way Your Mouse Works

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    Changing the Keyboard Input Language

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    Configuring Tablet PC Options

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    Installing and Sharing a Local Printer

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    Connecting to a Remote Printer

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    Setting Up Speakers

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    Setting Up a Microphone

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    1 Token    Chapter 6. Safely and Efficiently Accessing the Internet
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    Connecting to the Internet

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    Displaying Web Sites in Internet Explorer 7

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    Blocking Pop-Up Windows

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    Changing Your Home Page

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    Changing the Appearance of Web Content

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    Finding, Saving, and Returning to Web Sites

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    Printing Web Pages

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    Sending Web Pages and Links to Other People

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    Discovering and Subscribing to RSS Feeds

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    Restricting Objectionable Content

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    1 Token    Chapter 7. Working with Programs
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    Installing and Removing Programs

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    Starting Programs Automatically

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    Specifying the Default Program for a Type of File

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    Using the Programs That Come with Windows Vista

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    Using and Modifying Sidebar

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    1 Token    Chapter 8. Making Connections
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    Connecting Your Computer to a Workgroup

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    Connecting to a Domain from Another Location

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    Connecting Your Computer to a Domain

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    Accessing Your Domain Computer Remotely

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    Sharing Drives and Folders

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    1 Token    Chapter 9. Working with Digital Media
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    Viewing and Cataloging Pictures

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    Playing Music

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    Configuring Windows Media Center Options

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    Burning Audio and Data Discs

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    Sharing Pictures and Other Digital Media Files

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    1 Token    Chapter 10. Managing Computer Security
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    Administering Windows User Accounts

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    Managing Your Windows User Account

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    Limiting Access to the Computer, to Programs, and to the Internet

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    Analyzing Your Computer’s Security

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    Configuring Internet Security Zones

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    1 Token    Chapter 11. Optimizing Your Computer System
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    Improving Your Computer’s Performance

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    Turning Windows Features On and Off

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    Managing Cached Files

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    Removing Unnecessary Files

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    Consolidating Files on Your Hard Disk

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    1 Token    Chapter 12. Identifying and Solving Problems
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    Finding Solutions to Common Problems

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    Finding Information Through a Newsgroup

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    Getting Help from Other Windows Users

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    Backing Up and Restoring Files

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    Restoring Your Operating System

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    Transferring Software, Settings, and Files to Another Computer

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    1 Token    Glossary

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