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Just the steps you need to get going with Windows 7! Coming in day and date with Microsoft's exciting release of the new Window 7 operating system, this friendly, accessible book shows you the features and functions you need from this exciting new operating system. Presented in a series of numbered steps that are concise, visually clear, and easy to follow, you'll learn to navigate the Windows 7 desktop, create files, connect to the Internet, search the Web, use e-mail, and more with this fun and practical guide. Get quickly and easily up to speed on Microsoft's new operating system, Windows 7 Master Windows 7 through a list of steps and easy-to-follow visual elements See how to set up your desktop, copy and delete files, connect to the Internet, create folders, and more Discover what so many readers already know-fun, readable Dummies books are a great way to get the most out of your Windows technology in a non-intimidating way Why waste time on extraneous information? Get this book and get just the steps!

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Author:   Nancy C. Muir
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Imprint:   John Wiley & Sons Ltd
Dimensions:   Width: 18.70cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.424kg
ISBN:  

9780470499818

ISBN 10:   0470499818
Pages:   240
Publication Date:   15 September 2009
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print  
Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock.

Table of Contents

Introduction 1 Part I: Working in Windows 7 3 Chapter 1: Exploring the Windows 7 Desktop 5 Chapter 2: Controlling Applications with Windows 7 15 Chapter 3: Working with Files and Folders 25 Chapter 4: Using Built-In Windows Applications 37 Chapter 5: Using the Windows Gadget Gallery and Gadgets 45 Part II: Getting on the Internet 55 Chapter 6: Accessing the Internet 57 Chapter 7: Browsing the Web with Internet Explorer 65 Chapter 8: Exchanging E-Mail with Windows Live Mail 83 Chapter 9: Working Remotely 97 Part III: Setting Up Hardware and Networks 105 Chapter 10: Setting Up New Hardware 107 Chapter 11: Setting Up a Network 117 Part IV: Customizing Windows 127 Chapter 12: Setting Up Your Display 129 Chapter 13: Customize Windows Ease of Access 137 Part V: Using Security and Maintenance Features 147 Chapter 14: Setting Passwords and File Access 149 Chapter 15: Protecting Windows 157 Chapter 16: Maintaining Windows 165 Part VI: Fixing Common Problems 171 Chapter 17: Troubleshooting Hardware Problems 173 Chapter 18: Troubleshooting Software Problems 179 Chapter 19: Getting Help 185 Part VII: Fun and Games 193 Chapter 20: Playing Games in Windows 7 195 Chapter 21: Playing Music in Windows 7 203 Chapter 22: Working with Photos 211 Index 219

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Nancy Muir (Port Townsend, WA) is the owner of a writing and consulting company that specializes in business and technology topics. Nancy has more than 40 books to her credit. Prior to her writing career, Nancy worked in the publishing industry where she was closely involved in the development of new series and various aspects of technology publishing.

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