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THE ULTIMATE USER GUIDE FOR LEARNING WINDOWS 10 VISUALLY IN 1 QUICK WEEK! Learn Windows 10 visually with step-by-step instructions and expert advice from a Microsoft trainer! This handy guide to Windows 10 is perfect for beginners who have just started using the operating system and for users who have upgraded from earlier versions of Windows. Learn Windows 10 in 1 Week is designed to be read in seven sessions, whether those sessions occur over different or consecutive days is entirely up to you. The early sessions are designed to be the most basic and are meant to get you thinking about Windows 10 and what your options are. The later sessions explore key features and options of the operating system. In all, the seven sessions provide guidance on performing nearly 100 fundamental tasks. Concise, Plain Language - This book is divided into sessions, each with multiple lessons. Each session has clear goals and objectives and is kept concise so that you can follow along without getting overwhelmed. Step-by-Step Instructions - This book teaches you essential Windows tasks with step-by-step instructions using screen-shot-based tutorials with clear callouts so you can take advantage of everything Windows 10 has to offer. Zeroes in on What's New - This book zeroes in on what's new and changed so you can quickly get up to speed with the new Windows, providing expert guidance so you can get the most out of each feature. Tips & Expert Advice - This book is written by a Windows expert who has extensive experience training users on how to use the operating system. Inside you'll find a wealth of tips and advice. This short guide isn't meant to be all inclusive. It is, however, meant to make your transition to Windows 10 a positive experience. If you are a visual learner, you'll be happy to know you can use this guide to get going quickly. Paced right and with plain-English instruction, this is the book you need to get the most out of the latest Windows offering. Table of Contents Day 1. Ready. Set. Go Windows 109 What's In This Book...11 Meet the New Windows13 Apps That Go Where You Go16 Settings That Go Where You Go19 Virtual Assistance When You Need It20 Streamlined Browsing with Microsoft Edge23 Windows 10 Editions26 Where to Next...32 Day 2. Windows 10 Jump Start37 Getting Signed In38 Exploring the New Desktop41 Exploring the New Start43 Exploring the Tablet Screen46 Using Multiple Desktops49 Searching Windows & the Web51 Locking Your Screen54 Signing Out & Switching Users56 Day 3. Staying Connected with Windows 1061 Using Phone Companion62 Managing System Time66 Configuring Cortana69 Using Cortana71 Putting Windows to Sleep74 Restarting or Shutting Down Windows76 Connecting to the World78 Checking & Conserving Your Battery81 Day 4. Connecting Your Account87 Do I Have a Connected Account...88 Switching to a Microsoft Account90 Connecting Your Existing Account92 Configuring a New Account95 Verifying Your Account98 Syncing Your Settings102 Enabling Device Location104 Day 5. Getting and Using Apps109 Getting Apps, Games & More110 Starting Apps & Games112 Working with App Menus114 Switching Between Apps116 Arranging Apps118 Pinning Apps120 Adding Apps to the Lock Screen123 Moving Apps Between Desktops128 MUCH, MUCH MORE IN DAY 6 AND 7 TOO!

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Bob Roberts has an extensive background in Windows training, having taught millions through his written words and classroom instruction during the past twenty-plus years. Though Windows users throughout the world have read Bob's work, attended his training seminars and followed his expert advice, this is his first book published as Bob Roberts. Bob continues to work with Microsoft Corporation on a variety of Windows-related projects, including training courses and documentation.

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