Getting StartED with Windows 7
Published on 30. October 2009
Book
Paperback/Softback
XX, 416 pages
978-1-4302-2503-4 (ISBN)
Description
Windows 7 is the best release of Windows yet. It?s easier to use, more fun, and is a worthwhile jump from Windows XP and Windows Vista. Getting Started with Windows 7 is written for new and experienced computer users alike, to help them use Windows 7 AND have fun! This book:
- Provides an easy-to-read style and tone without overwhelming technical jargon.
- Walks through common and uncommon tasks with step-by-step procedures, including over 300 screen shots and figures.
- Includes ExplainED, AdvancED, and LinkED tips for additional explanations, handy tips, and related information.
- Explains how to protect yourself and your computer with User Accounts, Security, Backup and Recovery, and good practices.
- Helps you move from earlier versions of Windows to Windows 7, by exploring the improved navigation and desktop, personalization features, and easy migration from an older computer using the Windows Easy Transfer.
- Explains how to set up your own Home Network to share files, storage, printers, and Internet access between Windows 7, Windows XP, and Windows Vista computers. connect Windows 7 computers with each other using HomeGroup.
If you?ve made the jump from Windows XP or Vista, or you are considering it, Getting Started with Windows 7 is your guide to success with Windows.
More details
Edition
First Edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Berkeley
United States
Publishing group
APress
Target group
Popular/general
Illustrations
XX, 416 p.
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 191 mm
Thickness: 23 mm
Weight
773 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4302-2503-4 (9781430225034)
DOI
10.1007/978-1-4302-2504-1
Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
Joseph Moran | Kevin Otnes
Getting StartED with Windows 7
E-Book
01/2010
APress
€26.74
Available for download
Persons
Joseph Moran is a veteran technology writer who spent more than six years as an editor and analyst with Ziff-Davis Publishing, and several more as a corporate IT manager and consultant specializing in services for consumers and small businesses. Over the past several decades he's written extensively for numerous print and online publications, and is the co-author of two previous books on Windows: How to Use Windows NT 4 Workstation, and Getting Started with Windows 7.
Content
Navigating Windows 7.- Managing User Accounts.- Working with Files and Folders.- Personalizing Windows 7.- Fixing Problems from A to Ctrl+Z.- Protecting Your Data.- Creating a Home Network.- Using Windows 7 Programs.- Safeguarding Your Computer.- Moving Files and Settings to Your Windows 7 Computer.