50 Fast Windows XP Techniques

Keith Underdahl

  • 出版商: Hungry Minds
  • 出版日期: 2004-04-05
  • 售價: $1,120
  • 貴賓價: 9.5$1,064
  • 語言: 英文
  • 頁數: 278
  • 裝訂: Paperback
  • ISBN: 0764558234
  • ISBN-13: 9780764558238
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* The proven, step-by-step format of the 50 Fast series shows readers how to master fifty easy and useful Windows XP techniques
* Ideal for anyone who already uses Windows XP, but wants to learn helpful techniques that will improve their computing skills and save them time and effort
* Topics covered include improving performance with toolbar enhancements, stretching laptop battery life, using system restore points, setting up wireless networking, encrypting files, playing music and videos, and many more
* Shows readers how to customize Windows XP and make it work the way they want it to work-not the other way around

Table of Contents:

Preface.

Acknowledgments.

Chapter 1: Taking Command of Windows XP.

Technique 1:Managing User Accounts.

Technique 2: Controlling Startup Items.

Technique 3: Changing the Way Files Open.

Technique 4: Tracking Errors and Events.

Technique 5:Managing Memory.

Chapter 2: Customizing Windows XP’s Interface.

Technique 6: Switching Between New Interface and Classic.

Technique 7: Enhancing the Taskbar.

Technique 8:Making Your Own Screen Saver.

Technique 9:Making Windows XP Accessible.

Technique 10: Tweaking Your Interface with TweakUI.

Technique 11: Skinning Your Windows.

Technique 12: Exploring Windows Your Own Way.

Chapter 3: Boosting Window XP’s Performance.

Technique 13: Tuning-Up Hard Drive Performance.

Technique 14: Creating Multiple Partitions.

Technique 15: Stretching Laptop Battery Life.

Technique 16: Seeing Double with Dual Monitors.

Technique 17:Managing System Services.

Chapter 4: Maintaining Your System in Top Condition.

Technique 18: Using System Restore Points.

Technique 19:Making Regular Backups.

Technique 20: Running in Safe Mode.

Technique 21: Installing the Recovery Console.

Technique 22: Adding Hardware.

Chapter 5: Managing Your Network.

Technique 23: Configuring Your Network.

Technique 24: Sharing Your Internet Connection.

Technique 25: Networking with a Macintosh.

Technique 26: Using Wireless Networking.

Technique 27: Sharing Files.

Technique 28: Sharing Printers.

Technique 29: Running Your Own Web Site.

Technique 30: Diagnosing Network Problems.

Chapter 6: Tightening Up Security.

Technique 31:Managing Passwords.

Technique 32: Controlling File Access.

Technique 33: Updating Windows Software.

Technique 34: Guarding Your System Against Viruses.

Technique 35: Protecting Your Internet Connection with Firewalls.

Technique 36: Encrypting Files.

Technique 37: Permanently Remove Files from Your Hard Drive.

Technique 38: Squashing Pop-Ups.

Technique 39:Managing the Cookie Monster.

Technique 40: Finding and Destroying Spyware.

Technique 41: Safeguarding E-mail in Outlook Express.

Chapter 7: Mastering Digital Media.

Technique 42: Stocking and Managing Your Music Jukebox.

Technique 43: Creating Home Movies.

Technique 44:Working with Digital Photographs.

Technique 45: Turning Windows Media Player into a DVD Player.

Technique 46: Building a Home Media Server.

Chapter 8: Using Windows XP Add-Ons.

Technique 47: Communicating with Windows Messenger.

Technique 48: Using PowerToys for Windows XP.

Technique 49: Using Windows Fun Packs.

Technique 50: Using Microsoft Plus!

Appendix A: Windows XP Keyboard Commands.

Appendix B: Web Sites Mentioned in this Book.

Index.

About the Author.

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