Quick Course in Microsoft Windows Xp: Fast-Track Training Books for Busy People,9781582780771

Quick Course in Microsoft Windows Xp: Fast-Track Training Books for Busy People

by
ISBN13: 9781582780771
ISBN10: 1582780773
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2002-03-01
Publisher(s): Online Training Solutions Inc
  • Free Shipping Icon

    This Item Qualifies for Free Shipping!*

    *Excludes marketplace orders.

List Price: $22.95

Rent Book

Select for Price
Add to Cart
There was a problem. Please try again later.

New Book

We're Sorry
Sold Out

Used Book

We're Sorry
Sold Out

eBook

We're Sorry
Not Available

Buy from our Marketplace starting at $55.33

How Marketplace Works:

  • This item is offered by an independent seller and not shipped from our warehouse
  • Item details like edition and cover design may differ from our description; see seller's comments before ordering.
  • Sellers much confirm and ship within two business days; otherwise, the order will be cancelled and refunded.
  • Marketplace purchases cannot be returned to eCampus.com. Contact the seller directly for inquiries; if no response within two days, contact customer service.
  • Additional shipping costs apply to Marketplace purchases. Review shipping costs at checkout.

Summary

This course follows the format and structure of our other Windows titles to explain the ins and outs of Microsoft's latest operating system. Using Windows XP Professional, the course walks new users through basic concepts such as icons, windows, dialog boxes, folders, and files, but also provides not-so-new users with an understanding of more complex

Table of Contents

PART ONE: LEARNING THE BASICS
Introducing Windows XP
2(28)
Why Do You Need an Operating System?
4(1)
Navigating Through Windows
5(1)
Starting Windows
6(2)
The Desktop
8(11)
Setting Up the Desktop
10(1)
Changing the Style
10(2)
Turning on the Quick Launch toolbar
12(1)
Working with Icons
12(6)
Working with the Start Button
18(1)
Learning Window Basics
19(5)
Sizing and Moving Windows
19(3)
Arranging Windows
22(1)
Hiding All Windows
23(1)
Closing Windows
23(1)
Getting Help
24(4)
Turning Off Your Computer
28(2)
Using Programs
30(34)
Starting Programs
32(3)
Command Bascis
35(14)
Choosing Commands from Menus
35(1)
Using Menus on the Menu Bar
35(2)
Using Dialog Boxes
37(8)
Using Shortcut Menus
45(2)
Choosing Commands with Toolbar Buttons
47(2)
Multitasking
49(8)
Switching Among Running Programs
50(4)
Sharing Information Among Programs
54(3)
Using Printers
57(6)
Printing from a Program
58(2)
Adding a Printer
60(3)
Quitting Programs
63(1)
Managing Folders and Files
64(34)
Storage Basics
66(2)
Opening Recently Used Files
68(1)
Searching for Files
69(17)
Using My Computer
70(5)
Using the Explorer Bar
75(4)
Using My Network Places
79(1)
Sharing Folders
80(2)
Connecting to Shared Folders
82(2)
Stopping Sharing
84(1)
Searching for Documents
84(2)
Organizing Folders and Files
86(12)
Deciding on a System
87(1)
Creating New Folders
88(1)
Selecting Folders and Files
88(2)
Moving and Copying Folders and Files
90(4)
Renaming Folders and Files
94(1)
Deleting and Undeleting Folders and Files
95(3)
Learning E-Mail Basics
98(32)
Learning E-Mail Concepts
100(4)
Knowing the Difference Between Internal E-Mail and Internet E-Mail
101(1)
Understanding E-Mail Addresses
102(2)
Setting Up Internet E-Mail
104(5)
Starting Outlook Express for the First Time
107(2)
Customizing the Outlook Express Window
109(2)
Sending Messages
111(10)
Using Contacts
115(2)
Adding Items and Links to Messages
117(1)
Attaching Stationery
118(1)
Attaching Files
119(1)
Sending Messages Stored in the Outbox
120(1)
Receiving and Handling Messages
121(6)
Replying to Messages
122(1)
Forwarding Messages
123(1)
Organizing Messages
124(2)
Deleting Messages
126(1)
Communicating with Instant Messenger
127(3)
PART TWO: BUILDING PROFICIENCY
Increasing Your Efficiency
130(32)
Getting Started Quickly
132(16)
Using Shortcuts
132(1)
Creating Quick Launch Toolbar Buttons
132(4)
Creating Desktop Icons
136(3)
Deleting Shortcut Icons and Buttons
139(1)
Using Start Menu Shortcuts
139(2)
Adding Shortcuts to the All Programs Menu
141(2)
Removing Start Menu Shortcuts
143(1)
Using Favorites
144(1)
Deleting Favorites
145(1)
Creating Custom Toolbars
145(1)
Displaying Custom Toolbars
146(1)
Customizing the Taskbar
146(2)
Working Faster
148(14)
Creating Instant Documents
148(3)
Associating Documents with Programs
151(3)
Sending Documents
154(1)
Reusing Information
155(7)
Customizing the Way You Work
162(38)
Adding or Removing Hardware
164(2)
Adding or Removing Programs
166(5)
Adding or Removing Application Programs
167(1)
Adding or Removing Windows Components
168(3)
Tailoring the Display
171(7)
Changing the Resolution and Number of Colors
172(1)
Changing the Background
173(1)
Displaying a Screen Saver
173(3)
Web Access Everywhere
176(2)
Customizing the Taskbar
178(8)
Moving the Taskbar
178(2)
Changing Taskbar Properties
180(3)
Changing Start Menu Properties
183(3)
Making Other Adjustments
186(14)
Changing the Date or Time
187(1)
Adjusting the Mouse Buttons
188(2)
Adjusting the Mouse Pointer
190(3)
Adjusting the Keyboard
193(1)
Accommodating Different Abilities
194(1)
Using Microsoft Magnifier
195(2)
Using On-Screen Keyboard
197(1)
Adjusting Sounds and Audio Devices
198(2)
Solving Common Problems
200(32)
Backing Up Your Files
202(10)
Creating a Full Backup
204(4)
Creating an Incremental Backup
208(3)
Restoring Documents
211(1)
Compressing Files and Folders
212(3)
Restoring Compressed Folders
214(1)
Optimizing Your Hard Disk
215(5)
Using Disk Cleanup
216(1)
Using Disk Defragmenter
216(2)
Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
218(2)
Troubleshooting Startup Problems
220(12)
Creating a Startup Disk
221(1)
Starting from the Startup Menu
222(1)
Using System Restore
223(2)
Creating a Restore Point
225(1)
Rolling Back to a Restore Point
226(2)
Undoing a Restoration
228(1)
Keeping Windows Up to Date
229(3)
Using Different Windows XP Versions and Installations
232(24)
Managing User Accounts
234(4)
User Account Names
238(1)
Protecting Your Privacy
239(7)
Forget Something?
242(2)
Changing a Password
244(1)
Removing Passwords
245(1)
User Account Pictures
246(2)
Using Custom Pictures
247(1)
Changing User Account Permissions
248(1)
Letting Guests Use Your Computer
248(2)
Logging On
250(2)
Switching Users and Logging Off
252(1)
Turning Off Your Computer
253(3)
Index 256

An electronic version of this book is available through VitalSource.

This book is viewable on PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, and most smartphones.

By purchasing, you will be able to view this book online, as well as download it, for the chosen number of days.

Digital License

You are licensing a digital product for a set duration. Durations are set forth in the product description, with "Lifetime" typically meaning five (5) years of online access and permanent download to a supported device. All licenses are non-transferable.

More details can be found here.

A downloadable version of this book is available through the eCampus Reader or compatible Adobe readers.

Applications are available on iOS, Android, PC, Mac, and Windows Mobile platforms.

Please view the compatibility matrix prior to purchase.