Windows Vista Inside Out

You’re beyond the basics, so dive right in and really put your PC to work! This supremely organized reference is packed with hundreds of timesaving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and workarounds. It’s all muscle and no fluff. Discover how the experts tackle Windows Vista—and challenge yourself to new levels of mastery!

• Explore features and capabilities in each edition of Windows Vista
• Configure and customize your system with advanced setup options
• Manage files, folders, and media libraries with new search and organization features
• Set up a wired or wireless network and manage shared resources
• Administer accounts, passwords, and logons—and help control access to resources
• Configure Windows Internet Explorer settings and security zones
• Master security essentials to help protect against viruses, worms, and spyware
• Troubleshoot errors and fine-tune performance
• Automate routine maintenance with scripts and other tools

CD includes:

• Fully searchable eBook
• Downloadable gadgets and other tools for customizing Windows Vista
• Insights direct from the product team on the official Windows Vista blog
• Links to the latest security updates and products, demos, blogs, and user communities
• Windows Vista Product Guide eReference and other eBooks

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Learn everything you need to know for working with Windows Vista-from the inside out! Written by the authors of the immensely popular Microsoft Windows XP Inside Out, this book packs hundreds of timesaving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and workarounds for using the latest version of the Microsoft Windows operating system-all in concise, fast-answer format.

Dig into the work-ready tools and resources that help you take your Windows Vista experience to the next level. Get the answers you need to use the new features of Windows Vista, including the sidebar and gadgets, and the Windows slideshow. You'll also discover how to use new features in Microsoft Windows Media Player and Microsoft Internet Explorer 7. Get up-to-date information on how to configure and customize your desktop, how to use new security-enhanced features, and more. Plus, you'll get tools, ebBooks, and more on the companion CD. With Inside Out, you get all muscle and no fluff!

Ed Bott is an award-winning journalist and one of the most recognized voices in the computing world. He's known to millions of readers through two decades of writing for leading industry publications and more than 25 books on Microsoft® Office and Windows®.

Carl Siechert specializes in writing and producing product documentation for the personal computer industry. Carl has coauthored dozens of books, including WINDOWS® 7 INSIDE OUT, MICROSOFT® WINDOWS XP NETWORKING AND SECURITY INSIDE OUT, and several other popular titles.

Craig Stinson is a computer journalist and author. He has written or coauthored more than 20 books, including Microsoft® Windows® XP Inside Out, Deluxe Edition.