Windows 10 All-in-One For Dummies
Published on 8. September 2015
Book
Paperback/Softback
984 pages
978-1-119-03872-6 (ISBN)
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The most comprehensive guide to Windows 10!
If you're a first-time Windows 10 user looking for an authoritative, accessible guide to the basics of this new operating system, look no further than Windows 10 All-in-One For Dummies. Written by trusted Windows expert Woody Leonhard, this all-encompassing guide cuts through confusing jargon and covers just what you need to know: navigating the start menu, personalizing Windows, working with the desktop, maximizing Windows apps, and enhancing Windows 10. Plus, you'll find helpful instructions on connecting online with Apps, controlling your system, securing Windows, and so much more.
Whether you're upgrading to the new Windows 10 operating system with the hopes of keeping in touch with loved ones via webcam or instant messenger, viewing videos, or looking to make your work or personal life more organized and streamlined, all the guidance you need to make the most of Windows 10 is at your fingertips.
* Covers all of the new features and updates in Windows 10
* Takes the guesswork out of upgrading to this new Windows operating system
* Shows you how to work with apps like a pro
* Includes tips on protecting your data, your computer, and your identity
Whether you're a businessperson looking to use Windows 10 to streamline your work or a home user just upgrading to the new operating system, Windows 10 All-in-One For Dummies makes it easy.
If you're a first-time Windows 10 user looking for an authoritative, accessible guide to the basics of this new operating system, look no further than Windows 10 All-in-One For Dummies. Written by trusted Windows expert Woody Leonhard, this all-encompassing guide cuts through confusing jargon and covers just what you need to know: navigating the start menu, personalizing Windows, working with the desktop, maximizing Windows apps, and enhancing Windows 10. Plus, you'll find helpful instructions on connecting online with Apps, controlling your system, securing Windows, and so much more.
Whether you're upgrading to the new Windows 10 operating system with the hopes of keeping in touch with loved ones via webcam or instant messenger, viewing videos, or looking to make your work or personal life more organized and streamlined, all the guidance you need to make the most of Windows 10 is at your fingertips.
* Covers all of the new features and updates in Windows 10
* Takes the guesswork out of upgrading to this new Windows operating system
* Shows you how to work with apps like a pro
* Includes tips on protecting your data, your computer, and your identity
Whether you're a businessperson looking to use Windows 10 to streamline your work or a home user just upgrading to the new operating system, Windows 10 All-in-One For Dummies makes it easy.
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Woody Leonhard has covered Windows Dummies foibles and fantasies since the days of Windows XP. With more than a million regular readers, he's Senior Contributing Editor at InfoWorld, and Senior Editor at Windows Secrets, where he weighs in daily on all things Windows. A self-described "Windows victim," Woody specializes in telling the truth about Windows in a way that won't put you to sleep.
Content
Introduction 1
Book I: Starting Windows 10 9
Chapter 1: Windows 10 4 N00bs 11
Chapter 2: Windows 10 for the Experienced 43
Chapter 3: Which Version? 69
Chapter 4: Upgrades and Clean Installs 79
Book II: Personalizing Windows 97
Chapter 1: Getting around in Windows 99
Chapter 2: Changing the Lock Screen and Logon Screen 115
Chapter 3: Working with the Action/Notification Center 127
Chapter 4: Controlling Users 135
Chapter 5: Microsoft Account: To Sync or Not to Sync? 151
Chapter 6: Privacy Control 163
Book III: Working on the Desktop 175
Chapter 1: Running Your Desktop from Start to Finish 177
Chapter 2: Personalizing the Start Menu 213
Chapter 3: Personalizing the Desktop and Taskbar 231
Chapter 4: Working with Multiple Desktops 255
Chapter 5: Internet Explorer, Chrome, and Firefox 263
Chapter 6: Hey, Cortana! 309
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your System 321
Book IV: Using the Built?]In Universal Apps 339
Chapter 1: Using the Mail and Calendar Apps 341
Chapter 2: Keeping Track of People 365
Chapter 3: Zooming the Photos App and Beyond 375
Chapter 4: Noting OneNote 389
Chapter 5: Making Maps 401
Chapter 6: Running Music and Movies & TV 409
Book V: Connecting with the Universal Apps 421
Chapter 1: Introducing Edge 423
Chapter 2: Using Skype in Windows 10 435
Chapter 3: News, Money, and Sports 447
Chapter 4: Navigating the Windows Store 469
Chapter 5: Games, Games, and Games 481
Book VI: Socializing with the Universal Apps 497
Chapter 1: Organizing Office for Windows 10 499
Chapter 2: Using OneDrive 511
Chapter 3: Getting Started with Facebook 527
Chapter 4: Getting Started with Twitter 547
Chapter 5: Getting Started with LinkedIn 561
Book VII: Controlling Your System 569
Chapter 1: Settings, Settings, and More Settings 571
Chapter 2: Troubleshooting and Getting Help 583
Chapter 3: Working with Libraries 609
Chapter 4: Storing in Storage Spaces 621
Chapter 5: Getting the Most from Homegroups 631
Chapter 6: Running the Built?]In Applications 647
Chapter 7: Working with Printers 663
Book VIII: Maintaining Windows 10 677
Chapter 1: File History, Backup, Data Restore, and Sync 679
Chapter 2: A Fresh Start: Restore and Reset 697
Chapter 3: Monitoring Windows 713
Chapter 4: Using System Tools 721
Book IX: Securing Windows 10 741
Chapter 1: Spies, Spams, Scams -- They're Out to Get You 743
Chapter 2: Fighting Viri and Scum 779
Chapter 3: Running Built?]In Security Programs 793
Chapter 4: Top Security Helpers 817
Book X: Enhancing Windows 10 835
Chapter 1: Using Your iPad and iPhone with Windows 837
Chapter 2: Android, Chromecast, Roku, Kindle, and Windows 10 857
Chapter 3: Getting Started with Gmail, Google Apps, and Drive 875
Chapter 4: Using Web?]Based Outlookcom (nee Hotmail) 891
Chapter 5: Windows' Best Free Add?]Ons 905
Index 921
Book I: Starting Windows 10 9
Chapter 1: Windows 10 4 N00bs 11
Chapter 2: Windows 10 for the Experienced 43
Chapter 3: Which Version? 69
Chapter 4: Upgrades and Clean Installs 79
Book II: Personalizing Windows 97
Chapter 1: Getting around in Windows 99
Chapter 2: Changing the Lock Screen and Logon Screen 115
Chapter 3: Working with the Action/Notification Center 127
Chapter 4: Controlling Users 135
Chapter 5: Microsoft Account: To Sync or Not to Sync? 151
Chapter 6: Privacy Control 163
Book III: Working on the Desktop 175
Chapter 1: Running Your Desktop from Start to Finish 177
Chapter 2: Personalizing the Start Menu 213
Chapter 3: Personalizing the Desktop and Taskbar 231
Chapter 4: Working with Multiple Desktops 255
Chapter 5: Internet Explorer, Chrome, and Firefox 263
Chapter 6: Hey, Cortana! 309
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your System 321
Book IV: Using the Built?]In Universal Apps 339
Chapter 1: Using the Mail and Calendar Apps 341
Chapter 2: Keeping Track of People 365
Chapter 3: Zooming the Photos App and Beyond 375
Chapter 4: Noting OneNote 389
Chapter 5: Making Maps 401
Chapter 6: Running Music and Movies & TV 409
Book V: Connecting with the Universal Apps 421
Chapter 1: Introducing Edge 423
Chapter 2: Using Skype in Windows 10 435
Chapter 3: News, Money, and Sports 447
Chapter 4: Navigating the Windows Store 469
Chapter 5: Games, Games, and Games 481
Book VI: Socializing with the Universal Apps 497
Chapter 1: Organizing Office for Windows 10 499
Chapter 2: Using OneDrive 511
Chapter 3: Getting Started with Facebook 527
Chapter 4: Getting Started with Twitter 547
Chapter 5: Getting Started with LinkedIn 561
Book VII: Controlling Your System 569
Chapter 1: Settings, Settings, and More Settings 571
Chapter 2: Troubleshooting and Getting Help 583
Chapter 3: Working with Libraries 609
Chapter 4: Storing in Storage Spaces 621
Chapter 5: Getting the Most from Homegroups 631
Chapter 6: Running the Built?]In Applications 647
Chapter 7: Working with Printers 663
Book VIII: Maintaining Windows 10 677
Chapter 1: File History, Backup, Data Restore, and Sync 679
Chapter 2: A Fresh Start: Restore and Reset 697
Chapter 3: Monitoring Windows 713
Chapter 4: Using System Tools 721
Book IX: Securing Windows 10 741
Chapter 1: Spies, Spams, Scams -- They're Out to Get You 743
Chapter 2: Fighting Viri and Scum 779
Chapter 3: Running Built?]In Security Programs 793
Chapter 4: Top Security Helpers 817
Book X: Enhancing Windows 10 835
Chapter 1: Using Your iPad and iPhone with Windows 837
Chapter 2: Android, Chromecast, Roku, Kindle, and Windows 10 857
Chapter 3: Getting Started with Gmail, Google Apps, and Drive 875
Chapter 4: Using Web?]Based Outlookcom (nee Hotmail) 891
Chapter 5: Windows' Best Free Add?]Ons 905
Index 921