Moran / Otnes Getting StartED with Windows 7

1. ed
ISBN: 978-1-4302-2504-1
Verlag: Apress
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: 1 - PDF Watermark

E-Book, Englisch, 416 Seiten

Windows 7 is the best release of Windows yet. It?s easier to use, more fun, and is a worthwhile jump from Windows XP and Windows Vista. Getting Started with Windows 7 is written for new and experienced computer users alike, to help them use Windows 7 AND have fun! This book: Provides an easy-to-read style and tone without overwhelming technical jargon. Walks through common and uncommon tasks with step-by-step procedures, including over 300 screen shots and figures. Includes ExplainED, AdvancED, and LinkED tips for additional explanations, handy tips, and related information. Explains how to protect yourself and your computer with User Accounts, Security, Backup and Recovery, and good practices. Helps you move from earlier versions of Windows to Windows 7, by exploring the improved navigation and desktop, personalization features, and easy migration from an older computer using the Windows Easy Transfer. Explains how to set up your own Home Network to share files, storage, printers, and Internet access between Windows 7, Windows XP, and Windows Vista computers. connect Windows 7 computers with each other using HomeGroup. If you?ve made the jump from Windows XP or Vista, or you are considering it, Getting Started with Windows 7 is your guide to success with Windows.

Joseph Moran is a veteran technology writer who spent more than six years as an editor and analyst with Ziff-Davis Publishing, and several more as a corporate IT manager and consultant specializing in services for consumers and small businesses. Over the past several decades he's written extensively for numerous print and online publications, and is the co-author of two previous books on Windows: How to Use Windows NT 4 Workstation, and Getting Started with Windows 7.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Moran, Joseph

Otnes, Kevin

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1;Contents at a Glance;5
2;Contents;6
3;About the Authors;14
4;Introduction;17
5;Navigating Windows 7;21
5.1;The Start menu;21
5.2;The taskbar;34
5.3;Manipulating windows with the mouse;44
5.4;Browsing open windows with the keyboard;49
5.5;Summary;52
6;Managing User Accounts;53
6.1;Exploring Windows 7 account types;54
6.2;Creating a user account;55
6.3;Using the guest account;57
6.4;Logging off an account;58
6.5;Switching between accounts;59
6.6;Setting up account passwords;62
6.7;Creating a password reset disk;66
6.8;Using Parental Controls;71
6.9;Summary;75
7;Working with Files and Folders;76
7.1;Browsing storage devices;76
7.2;Using libraries;82
7.3;Using Windows search;89
7.4;Summary;105
8;Personalizing Windows 7;106
8.1;Personalizing your login screen;106
8.2;Personalizing your desktop;112
8.3;Setting up your screen saver;117
8.4;Making your screen easier to view and read;121
8.5;Cleaning up and organizing your desktop;127
8.6;Customizing your computer sounds;134
8.7;Customizing Windows for visual, audio, mobility, or cognitive needs;138
8.8;Customizing program preferences and personal information;140
8.9;Summary;140
9;Fixing Problems from A to Ctrl+ Z;142
9.1;Using Windows 7 to fix problems;142
9.2;Fixing things at the document level;180
9.3;Getting help from within Windows;182
9.4;Accessing Help and Support;183
9.5;Summary;184
10;Protecting Your Data;186
10.1;Backup types;186
10.2;Choosing a backup storage device;188
10.3;Creating automatic file and system image backups;189
10.4;Creating a system image manually;195
10.5;Creating a system repair disc;198
10.6;Restoring data from backups;199
10.7;Summary;210
11;Creating a Home Network;211
11.1;Checking your current network connections;211
11.2;Connecting to the Internet;213
11.3;Connecting to a homegroup;223
11.4;Sharing printers on a home network;233
11.5;Sharing files with computers or devices that are not part of a homegroup;248
11.6;Enhancing network security;263
11.7;Summary;266
12;Using Windows 7 Programs;267
12.1;Using Internet Explorer;267
12.2;Using Windows Media Player;275
12.3;Using WordPad;278
12.4;Using Windows Photo Viewer;279
12.5;Using Windows Fax and Scan;280
12.6;Using Calculator;287
12.7;Using Sticky Notes;287
12.8;Exploring the Windows Media Center;289
12.9;Using gadgets;290
12.10;Finding games to play;292
12.11;Exploring Windows Live Essentials;293
12.12;Configuring default programs;295
12.13;Changing AutoPlay settings;299
12.14;Installing programs;301
12.15;Uninstalling programs;303
12.16;Turning off Windows 7 programs;305
12.17;Summary;307
13;Safeguarding Your Computer;309
13.1;Setting up your computer for protection from logon to logoff;309
13.2;Security features that protect your computer;315
13.3;Checking the security status of your computer;316
13.4;Adjusting Windows Update;319
13.5;Adjusting Windows Firewall settings;326
13.6;Protecting against spyware;332
13.7;Choosing an antivirus program;339
13.8;Surfing the Internet and exchanging e-mail safely;347
13.9;Security check list;349
13.10;Summary;350
14;Moving Files and Settings to Your Windows 7 Computer;352
14.1;Moving to a new computer: the big picture;352
14.2;Understanding Windows Easy Transfer;354
14.3;Using Windows Easy Transfer for a Windows upgrade installation on the same computer;355
14.4;Preparing to move to the new computer;356
14.5;Transferring files with an Easy Transfer cable;363
14.6;Transferring files and settings via a network in real time;380
14.7;Using a USB flash drive, external hard disk, or network location for Windows Easy Transfer;385
14.8;Carrying out post-migration tasks;392
14.9;Using alternatives to Windows Easy Transfer;393
14.10;What to do with your old PC;393
14.11;Exploring related information;394
14.12;Summary;395
15;Index;396