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By David A. Karp
November 2004
Pages: 664
Series: Annoyances
ISBN 10: 0-596-00876-7 |
ISBN 13: 9780596008765
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Offering dozens of on-target tips, workarounds, and warnings, Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks allows users to improve their overall experience with the popular XP operating system. And now, with this updated edition, users can also expect detailed coverage of the newly released Service Pack 2 (SP2) technology, which provides protection against viruses, hackers, and worms. It's the ultimate resource for the ever-expanding Windows XP market.
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In an ideal world, an operating system would do its job in the background, while you did yours in the foreground. In reality, though, operating systems often get in the way, fouling up the process at the most inopportune times. And Windows XP is no exception.
O'Reilly's popular series for customizing and troubleshooting Windows once again comes to the rescue with Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks. Offering dozens of on-target tips, workarounds, and warnings, Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks allows users to improve their overall experience with the Windows XP operating system in every way possible.
You'll learn how to use the Registry Editor; how to customize the interface beyond Microsoft's own intentions; and how to master Windows' built-in networking capabilities, including advanced technologies such as Internet Connection sharing, Remote Desktop sharing, and virtual private networking. And now, with this updated edition, you can also expect detailed coverage of the newly released Service Pack 2 (SP2) technology.
SP2 is designed to make your work with the Windows XP operating system even easier and safer by providing superior protection against viruses, hackers, and worms. Among the core SP2 components covered in Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks are Windows Firewall, Pop-up Blocker for Internet Explorer, and the new Windows Security Center.
David Karp, veteran author of several titles in the Windows Annoyances series, is behind the wheel of this comprehensive guide, as well. Karp points out numerous SP2-related quirks and unaccountable behaviors that are guaranteed to increase your level of perplexity and frustration. By recognizing these shortcomings, Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks arms you with the knowledge to overcome them.
Karp leaves no stone unturned in providing the ultimate resource for the ever-expanding Windows XP market. As a result, you'll be able to seize complete control of the Windows XP operating system--instead of the other way around.
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Highly Recommended, April 08 2007
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As a Microsoft Certified consultant, it is my business to know and provide solutions to businesses. Of the 150+ technical manuals in my library, this is one of my favorites. Void of nonsense, it is packed with gems, solutions and workarounds -- or will point to the source for a solution. I have the 2nd Edition and will buy the 3rd Edition, if published.
Excellent, November 26 2005
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Well written book, easy to read and follow along with the authore. I find it is written with the reader in mind. I would recomend O'reilly books to anybody.
Media reviews "What I like about this book is that the author takes his years of experience and some of the best content from his website (http://www.annoyances.org) and not just discuss them, but actually give you the steps to take yourself... The sections on performance will be of great interest to poeple using XP on older/slower computers. The troubleshooting section can be a lifesaver for some, also."
--Douglas Ludens, Focus on Windows, About.com, June 2005
"[Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks is an] incredibly satisfying read provided you're a tweaker, hacker, fiddler and geek...We found the troubleshooting section the most helpful and would venture to say that it's worth the money for these 100 pages alone. It's the kind of hands-on 'tricks and tips' book you've always wanted, answering all your problems without shying away from the technical solutions. Buy it."
--Davey Winder, PC Plus, April 2005
"Strengths: Gets deep into Registries and provides workarounds.
Weaknesses: None found.
Are you ready to reduce your feelings of angst and frustration regarding XP? Step inside this book to see unvarnished quirks and behaviors revealed, and realize it isn't 'just you' or your WinTel-based system having issues with the OS. At least now you can see how to work around the issues."
--Robert Pritchett, MacCompanion, January 2005 (3:1)
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