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"Windows Vista is the long-awaited upgrade to the Microsoft Windows operating system, and it's a lot different from the Windows you're used to. What's new in Windows Vista–and how do all those new features work?   How Microsoft Windows Vista Works is the first book to take you inside the new Windows Vista operating system and show you how all the pieces and parts work. With clear and simple explanations and illustrations that say, ""You, too, can understand this,"" How Microsoft Windows Vista Works gives you detailed information on the hidden workings of Windows Vista–from the new Aero interface inside to the Windows kernel. It's a four-color, highly visual explanation of everything that matters about Windows Vista, including: How Windows Vista differs from Windows XP How Windows controls your computer How User Account Control protects your system How virtual folders and instant search work How Windows Vista renders graphics How the Aero interface and the Windows Sidebar work How Internet Explorer 7's tabbed browsing works How Windows connects to a wireless network How the new Windows Photo Gallery manages your digital photos Contents  Introduction  xi Part I: What Windows Vista Is–and What It Does  2 Chapter 1      Understanding Windows and Other Operating Systems  6 Chapter 2      How Windows Vista Differs from Windows XP  14 Chapter 3      What Windows Vista Does  26 Part II: Basic Operations  32 Chapter 4      Powering On and Powering Off  36 Chapter 5      Managing System Resources  48 Chapter 6      Managing System Information  62 Chapter 7      Managing Users  70 Chapter 8      Managing Data  76 Chapter 9      Managing Applications  92 Part III: Windows Vista Graphics  100 Chapter 10     Understanding Vista Graphics  104 Chapter 11     The Vista Interface  112 Chapter 12     The Vista Desktop  122 Part IV: Digital Media  130 Chapter 13     Windows Media Center  134 Chapter 14     Digital Music  150 Chapter 15     Digital Images  166 Chapter 16     Digital Video and Movies  174 Part V: Networking and the Internet  182 Chapter 17     Windows Vista and the Internet  186 Chapter 18     Windows Vista Networks  204 Part VI: Security and Maintenance  220 Chapter 19     Windows Vista Security Features  224 Chapter 20     Routine Maintenance  238 Glossary  252 Index  266    "

Full Product Details

Author:   Michael Miller ,  Eric Lindley
Publisher:   Pearson Education (US)
Imprint:   Que Corporation,U.S.
Dimensions:   Width: 25.30cm , Height: 1.40cm , Length: 20.40cm
Weight:   0.671kg
ISBN:  

9780789735850

ISBN 10:   0789735857
Pages:   288
Publication Date:   05 January 2007
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

    Introduction  xi   Part I: What Windows Vista Is–and What It Does  2 Chapter 1    Understanding Windows and Other Operating Systems  6 Chapter 2    How Windows Vista Differs from Windows XP  14 Chapter 3    What Windows Vista Does  26   Part II: Basic Operations  32 Chapter 4    Powering On and Powering Off  36 Chapter 5    Managing System Resources  48 Chapter 6    Managing System Information  62 Chapter 7    Managing Users  70 Chapter 8    Managing Data  76 Chapter 9    Managing Applications  92   Part III: Windows Vista Graphics  100 Chapter 10  Understanding Vista Graphics  104 Chapter 11  The Vista Interface  112 Chapter 12  The Vista Desktop  122   Part IV: Digital Media  130 Chapter 13  Windows Media Center  134 Chapter 14  Digital Music  150 Chapter 15  Digital Images  166 Chapter 16  Digital Video and Movies  174   Part V: Networking and the Internet  182 Chapter 17  Windows Vista and the Internet  186 Chapter 18  Windows Vista Networks  204   Part VI: Security and Maintenance  220 Chapter 19  Windows Vista Security Features  224 Chapter 20  Routine Maintenance  238       Glossary  252     Index  266

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"Michael Miller has authored more than 75 best-selling books over the past 15 years, including Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Computer Basics, Microsoft Windows XP for Home Users, Making a Living from Your eBay Business, Googlepedia: The Ultimate Google Resource, and How Home Theater and HDTV Work. Mr. Miller has established a reputation for clearly explaining technical topics to non-technical readers and for offering useful, real-world advice about complicated topics.   Eric Lindley is recognized as an innovative illustrator and photographer infusing realism into his distinctive style of digital imagery. His work has appeared in collateral for editorial, corporate, and publishing clients throughout the U.S. With an inquisitive mind and an array of digital experiences, he continues to stay on the leading edge of technology and develop his vision for an ever expanding global market. His work has appeared in this series of ""How it Works"" books, including How Personal & Internet Security Work and How Wireless Works.  "

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