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    Contents

    CONTENTS

    Introduction

    CHAPTER 1 Windows Operating Systems Overview

    Discovering the History of Windows

    DOS—The Precursor

    Windows 3.1—The GUI

    Windows Evolution

    Understanding the OS Architecture

    The Layers in Windows

    Windows Compared to Other Systems

    Identifying Windows Interfaces

    Using the GUI Interface

    Using the Command Prompt Interface

    Using Windows PowerShell

    The Essentials and Beyond

    CHAPTER 2 Installing Windows

    Exploring OS Editions

    Comparing Windows Editions

    Defining System Requirements

    Using the PC Upgrade Advisor

    Planning Clean Installs vs. Upgrades

    Understanding Upgrade Paths

    Considering Application Compatibility

    Planning for Upgrades

    Planning for Clean Installs

    Understanding Installation Types

    Installing from Removable Media

    Performing Network-Based Installations


      

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