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Windows® 7 Inside Out, Deluxe Edition

Name: Windows® 7 Inside Out, Deluxe Edition
Author: Carl Siechert Ed Bott and Craig Stinson
ISBN: 9780735663114

by Carl Siechert Ed Bott and Craig Stinson

July 2011

Intermediate to advanced

1360 pages

46h 33m

English

Microsoft Press

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Windows® 7 Inside Out, Deluxe Edition
Dedication
Foreword to Windows 7 Inside Out
Foreword
Introduction
Who This Book Is ForAssumptions About YouHow This Book Is OrganizedFeatures and Conventions Used In This BookText ConventionsDesign ConventionsAbout the CDWhat’s on the CDSystem RequirementsAcknowledgmentsSupport and FeedbackErrata & SupportWe Want to Hear from YouStay in Touch
1. Getting Started
1. What’s New in Windows 7
Introducing the Windows 7 FamilyAdjusting to the Windows 7 InterfaceOrganizing and Finding FilesSaving, Sharing, and Playing Digital MediaNetworking in New WaysKeeping Your PC Speedy and SafeUsing Internet Explorer 9Updating to Service Pack 1
2. Installing and Configuring Windows 7
Before You StartUnderstand the Licensing IssuesKnow Your HardwareDeciding Between 32-Bit and 64-Bit VersionsAvoiding Software Compatibility ProblemsBacking Up Data and SettingsSetting Up Windows 7Performing a Clean InstallationSetup and Your Hard DiskUpgrading a Previous Windows VersionCreating and Configuring a Multiboot SystemUpgrading from Another Windows 7 EditionInstalling and Updating DriversActivating and Validating Windows 7Entering a Product KeyActivating a Retail Copy of WindowsActivation Requirements for OEM InstallationsProduct Activation and Corporate LicensingDealing with Product ValidationTransferring Files and Settings from Another ComputerMaking a ConnectionChoosing What to TransferRestoring Files and Settings on Your New ComputerTweaking and Tuning Your Windows InstallationAdjust Basic Display SettingsUpdate the Windows Experience IndexCheck Your System’s SecurityTest Network and Internet ConnectionsAdjust Windows FeaturesChoose Default ProgramsPersonalize Power and Sleep SettingsFine-Tune System Protection OptionsCreate Additional User AccountsSet Up a Regular Backup Schedule
3. Obtaining Help and Support
Using Windows Help And SupportEnsuring Access to Online Help TopicsBrowsing Through Windows Help And SupportSearching for Help TopicsConnecting to Another PC with Windows Remote AssistanceHow Remote Assistance WorksAsking for AssistanceRequesting Assistance with Easy ConnectAccepting an Invitation to Help Using Easy ConnectConnecting the Novice and the Expert with Windows Live MessengerUsing an Invitation File to Request AssistanceOffering Remote Assistance via DCOMWorking in a Remote Assistance SessionSharing Control of the Novice’s ComputerTerminating a Remote Assistance SessionUsing Remote Assistance with Earlier Windows VersionsMaintaining SecurityImproving Remote Assistance PerformanceHelp and Support Resources for IT Professionals
4. Personalizing Windows 7
Working with the New Taskbar and Start MenuOpening and Monitoring Programs from Taskbar ButtonsAdding and Removing Pinned Programs, Documents, and FoldersOpening ProgramsSwitching TasksOpening Programs from the Start MenuAdding and Removing Pinned ProgramsUsing Jump Lists on the Taskbar and Start MenuPersonalizing the Taskbar and Start MenuChanging the Taskbar’s Appearance and BehaviorChanging the Order of Taskbar ButtonsChanging the Size, Appearance, and Grouping of Taskbar ButtonsChanging the Taskbar’s Size and AppearanceGetting the Taskbar Out of Your WayMoving the TaskbarUsing Additional ToolbarsControlling How Notifications AppearPersonalizing the Start MenuCustomizing the Left Side of the Start MenuCustomizing the Right Side of the Start MenuControlling Where the Search Box SearchesMastering Window Management with Windows 7 TricksResizing and Moving WindowsViewing the Desktop and GadgetsSwitching Between WindowsPersonalizing Theme Elements: Visuals and SoundsCustomizing the Desktop BackgroundSelecting Colors and Modifying Color SchemesSelecting Sounds for EventsChoosing a Screen SaverCustomizing Mouse PointersConfiguring Desktop IconsSaving, Sharing, and Finding Theme SettingsConfiguring Your DisplayConfiguring Screen ResolutionConfiguring a Multimonitor DisplayMaking Text Easier to ReadUsing Font Smoothing to Make Text Easier on the EyesCalibrating Your Display’s ColorsUsing and Customizing Desktop GadgetsSetting Power and Sleep OptionsSelecting a Power PlanCustomizing a Power PlanUnderstanding Sleep StatesSetting Power Options with PowercfgWorking with FontsAdjusting Ease of Access Options

5. Adding, Removing, and Managing Programs
Dealing with User Account ControlDealing with Compatibility IssuesRunning Legacy Applications in Windows XP ModeDownloading and Installing Windows XP ModeRunning Windows XP ModeInstalling ApplicationsSharing Data with Windows 7Sharing Devices with Windows 7Configuring Windows Virtual PCInstalling Programs on 64-Bit Editions of WindowsManaging Startup ProgramsControlling Startup Programs with the System Configuration UtilityUsing AutorunsManaging Running Programs and Processes with Windows Task ManagerRunning a Program as an Administrator or Another UserUninstalling ProgramsSetting Default Programs, File-Type Associations, and AutoPlay OptionsSetting Default ProgramsChanging File-Type AssociationsChanging the Default Application from Windows ExplorerSetting Program Access and Computer DefaultsTurning Windows Features On or OffSetting AutoPlay Options
6. Using Internet Explorer
What’s New in Internet Explorer 9Installing and Uninstalling Internet Explorer 9Browsing with Internet ExplorerUsing the Address Bar for Faster NavigationUsing Tabs and Tab GroupsReopening Closed TabsManaging Multiple TabsSetting Tabbed Browsing OptionsSetting the Home Page(s)Unhiding the Command Bar and Other Missing Interface ElementsZooming In or Out to Make Text ReadableUsing (or Refusing) AutoCompleteManaging Favorite Sites and Recent HistoryAdding, Editing, and Organizing FavoritesWorking with Pinned SitesUsing Your Browser History to Revisit Familiar SitesManaging and Troubleshooting Add-OnsManaging Toolbars and ExtensionsAdding, Removing, and Managing Search ProvidersConfiguring AcceleratorsTroubleshooting Problems Caused by Add-OnsWorking with RSS Feeds and Web Slices
7. Internet Explorer Compatibility, Security, and Privacy
Dealing with Compatibility IssuesUsing the Compatibility View ListUsing the Compatibility View ButtonMonitoring and Maintaining SecurityWorking with Protected ModeControlling ActiveXUsing and Customizing Internet Security ZonesHow Security Zones Affect the Way You BrowseChanging a Zone’s Security SettingsUsing Scripts WiselyIdentifying Deceptive (Phishing) WebsitesProtecting Your PrivacyProtecting Yourself from Online TrackingUsing a Personalized Tracking Protection ListUsing a Third-Party Tracking Protection ListManaging CookiesClearing Personal InformationBrowsing PrivatelyManaging Downloads
8. Adding Windows Live Programs and Services
Getting Started with Windows Live Programs and ServicesInstalling and Configuring Windows Live EssentialsUsing Windows Live Web ServicesMessaging ServicesMail and Related ServicesOnline Storage ServicesSynchronization ServicesManaging Your Windows Live ID and ProfileSynchronizing Files and Favorites with Windows Live MeshUsing Windows Live MailManaging Mail Accounts and MessagesKeep Your Accounts SeparateFetch Mail from Other Accounts into a Single InboxForward Other Accounts to a Single AddressWorking with ContactsUsing the CalendarUsing Windows Live Photo GalleryImporting Pictures into the GalleryImporting Pictures into the GalleryAdding Tags to Image FilesUploading and Sharing PhotosCropping and Editing Image FilesUsing Windows Live Messenger
2. File Management
9. Organizing Files and Information
Mastering Windows ExplorerNavigating in Windows ExplorerWhat’s What and Where in a User ProfileDefault User Data FoldersApplication DataJunctions Used for Compatibility with Windows XPThe VirtualStore FolderCommon ProfilesCustomizing the Toolbar in Windows ExplorerWorking with LibrariesUsing Compressed (Zipped) FoldersArranging Data in Windows ExplorerSorting, Filtering, and GroupingSorting, Filtering, and GroupingManaging File Properties and Metadata
10. Using Windows Search
Configuring Search and Indexing OptionsWhich Files and Folders Are in the Index?Monitoring the Index, and Tuning Indexer PerformanceOther Index Maintenance TasksBasic Search TechniquesSearching from the Start MenuRefining a Search in Windows ExplorerAdvanced Search Tools and TechniquesSearching by Item Type or KindChanging the Scope of a SearchSearching for Item PropertiesUsing Multiple Criteria for Complex SearchesUsing Wildcards and Character-Mode SearchesSearching with Natural LanguageSearching Nonindexed LocationsSaving Searches and Clearing Search History
11. Advanced File Management
Recovering Lost, Damaged, and Deleted Files and FoldersRecovering Files and Folders with the Recycle BinChanging Recycle Bin SettingsRestoring Files and FoldersPurging the Recycle BinRestoring Previous Versions of Files and FoldersStaying in Sync with Offline FilesMaking Folders and Files Available OfflineMaking Folders and Files Available OfflineWorking OfflineUnderstanding Synchronization and Resolving Sync ConflictsSetting Up a Synchronization ScheduleEncrypting Offline FilesSetting Caching Options on the ServerManaging Disk SpaceRemoving Offline Access to Files and FoldersRelocating Personal Data FoldersEncrypting InformationUsing the Encrypting File SystemEncrypting with BitLocker and BitLocker To GoIndustrial-Strength File Management with Robocopy and Robocopy GUIOpening Shell Folders with the Shell CommandUsing GUIDs to Open Control Panel Items and System Folders
12. Backup, Restore, and Recovery
Using the Windows Backup ProgramCustomizing a BackupCreating a System Image BackupRestoring Files from a Backup SetRestoring a System Image BackupManaging Saved BackupsImplementing a Backup Strategy in a Server-Based EnvironmentConfiguring Computers for BackupBacking Up the ServerRestoring Files from a BackupRestoring a System ImageConfiguring System Protection OptionsRolling Back to a Stable State with System RestoreUsing System RestoreSystem Restore Dos and Don’ts
3. Digital Media
13. Playing and Organizing Digital Media Files
Which File Formats and Codecs Does Windows 7 Support?Using Windows Media PlayerPlaying MusicWatching Videos and DVDsCustomizing the Navigation PaneWorking with PlaylistsCreating and Editing Custom PlaylistsUsing Auto PlaylistsImporting and Exporting PlaylistsRipping CDsChoosing an Audio Format and Bit RateDeciding How to Name Your Files and Where to Store ThemManaging Your Media LibraryUsing RatingsManaging Metadata and Album ArtWorking with (and Around) Digital Rights Management
14. Sharing and Syncing Digital Media
Sharing Digital Media over a NetworkSharing Media LibrariesStreaming Digital Media to Other PCs or DevicesRemote Streaming over the InternetSynchronizing Digital Media with Portable DevicesManaging Digital Media on an iPod, iPhone, or iPadSynchronizing with a Zune Player or Windows PhoneSyncing with Portable MP3 Players and Removable Storage MediaManual or Automatic Sync?Customizing Sync SettingsTransferring Media Files from a Portable Device to a PCBurning Music and Other Media to CDs and DVDsUsing DVDs to Share Pictures and Videos
15. Using Windows Media Center
Setting Up and Customizing Media CenterMastering the Media Center InterfaceNavigating and Entering Text with a Remote ControlUsing Media Center with a Mouse or KeyboardPlaying Music, Pictures, Videos, and MoviesUsing Ratings and Playing FavoritesCDs, DVDs, and DevicesAccessing Shared LibrariesRecording and Watching TVSetting Up One or More TV TunersRecording TV Programs and SeriesWatching and Managing Recorded TVUsing an Xbox 360 as a Media Center Extender
16. Digital Media for Enthusiasts
Mastering the Zune SoftwareUsing Zune to Manage a Digital Media CollectionRipping CDsEditing Album Details, Tags, and Other MetadataCreating and Managing PlaylistsConnecting a PC to a Home Entertainment SystemConnecting Your PC to a TV and External AmplifierCompensating for OverscanManaging Remote Controls and Wireless Input DevicesIntegrating an Xbox 360 into a Home Network
4. Security and Networking
17. Security Essentials
Understanding Security ThreatsWhat’s New in Windows 7Monitoring Your Computer’s SecurityBlocking Intruders with Windows FirewallUsing Windows Firewall in Different Network LocationsManaging Windows FirewallEnabling or Disabling Windows FirewallAllowing Connections Through the FirewallRestoring Default SettingsAdvanced Tools for Managing Windows FirewallStaying Secure with Windows UpdateUsing Security Software to Block MalwareChoosing an Antivirus ProgramSetting Up and Using Microsoft Security EssentialsManually Scanning for MalwareDealing with Detected ThreatsPreventing Unsafe Actions with User Account ControlWhat Triggers UAC PromptsDealing with UAC PromptsModifying UAC SettingsWorking Around UAC Without Disabling It
18. Managing User Accounts, Passwords, and Logons
Introducing Access Control in WindowsPermissions and RightsUser Accounts and Security GroupsLearning About Your Own Account with WhoamiWorking with User AccountsCreating a New User AccountChanging Account SettingsUsing the Guest Account for VisitorsDeleting an AccountEffectively Implementing User Accounts on a Shared ComputerUsing Other Account Management ToolsSetting a Logon PasswordCreating a Secure PasswordSetting a PasswordRecovering from a Lost PasswordManaging the Logon ProcessCustomizing the Logon ScreenSetting a Custom Desktop BackgroundMaking the Logon Text BiggerBypassing the Logon ScreenLogging Off, Switching Users, or Locking Your ComputerControlling Your Children’s Computer AccessConfiguring Parental ControlsRestricting Logon HoursControlling Access to GamesBlocking ProgramsUsing Other Controls to Keep Your Children Safe
19. Setting Up a Small Office or Home Network
Introducing Windows 7 NetworkingWhat’s New in Windows 7Using Network And Sharing CenterUnderstanding Network LocationsConfiguring Your Network HardwareWired or Wireless?Installing and Configuring a Network AdapterMaking ConnectionsSetting Up a Wireless NetworkUnderstanding Security for Wireless NetworksConfiguring a Router or Wireless Access PointConnecting to a Wireless NetworkConnecting to a Network by Using the WPS ButtonUsing a USB Flash DriveConnecting to a Network Without WPS or a USB Flash DriveConnecting to a Hidden NetworkSetting Up Per-User Wireless Network ConnectionsSetting Up an Ad Hoc NetworkConnecting Wireless Devices to Your NetworkUsing HomeGroup to Connect Your Computers at HomeCreating a HomegroupJoining a HomegroupConnecting to Windows Home Server
20. Sharing and Managing Network Resources
Sharing Files, Digital Media, and Printers in a HomegroupDeciding What to Share—And What Not to ShareBrowsing Shared Folders and FilesStreaming Media in a HomegroupSharing a PrinterUsing HomeGroup with a Domain-Based ComputerLeaving a HomegroupDisabling HomeGroupSharing Resources with Older Windows VersionsUnderstanding Sharing and Security Models in WindowsConfiguring Your Network for SharingSharing Files with Public FoldersSharing Files and Folders from Any FolderStopping or Changing Sharing of a File or FolderSetting Advanced Sharing PropertiesUsing PowerShell Scripts to Manage Shared FoldersSharing a PrinterSetting Server PropertiesFinding and Using Shared Resources on a Windows NetworkWorking with Mapped Network FoldersConnecting to a Network Printer
21. Advanced Windows Networking
Working in a Domain-Based NetworkDifferences in the Logon ProcessSecurity Groups and Policy Restrictions in a DomainNetwork Profiles in a DomainUsing a Domain-Joined Computer Away from the DomainConnecting to Another Computer with Remote DesktopConfiguring Your Network for Remote Desktop ConnectionsConfiguring a Router for Remote DesktopEnabling Inbound Remote Desktop ConnectionsUsing a Remote Desktop ConnectionChanging Screen Resolutions and Display SettingsAccessing Local ResourcesUsing the Keyboard with Remote Desktop ConnectionConfiguring Performance OptionsSaving a Remote Desktop ConfigurationEnding a Remote SessionConnecting Remotely with Windows Live MeshConnecting Remotely to a Windows Home Server NetworkConfiguring Your Server and ComputersMaking a Remote ConnectionUsing a Virtual Private Network for Remote AccessConfiguring a VPN ServerConnecting to a Virtual Private NetworkBridging Two Networks
22. Fixing and Tweaking Your Network
Viewing Status in Network And Sharing CenterDiagnosing Problems Using Network MapTroubleshooting Network ProblemsTroubleshooting HomeGroup ProblemsNetwork Troubleshooting ToolsTroubleshooting TCP/IP ProblemsChecking for Connection ProblemsDiagnosing IP Address ProblemsRepairing Your TCP/IP ConfigurationResolving DNS IssuesMaximizing Network PerformanceChanging Network SettingsSpecifying the Order and Connection Properties of Preferred Wi-Fi NetworksRenaming Your WorkgroupRenaming Your NetworkRemoving a NetworkManaging Network ConnectionsSetting IP AddressesConfiguring Power Management
5. Tuning, Tweaking, and Troubleshooting
23. Tuning Up and Monitoring Performance
Establishing a Performance BaselineUsing the Windows Experience IndexGenerating a System Health ReportMonitoring Performance in Real TimeUsing Windows Task ManagerUsing Resource MonitorBasic Strategies for Improving PerformanceEnsuring That You Have Adequate RAMEnsuring That You Have an Adequate Virtual-Memory ConfigurationTuning and Troubleshooting SuperFetchUsing ReadyBoost to Compensate for a Slow Hard DiskManaging Startup Programs and ServicesKeeping Your Disks DefragmentedMaintaining Adequate Free Space on Your DisksAvoiding Tweaks of Dubious ValuePage File ConfusionPrefetch Pros and ConsShutting Down ServicesAdvanced Performance Analysis Tools and Techniques
24. Performing Routine Maintenance
Introducing Action CenterKeeping Your System Secure with Windows UpdateUpdating Device DriversUsing Windows Update ManuallyRemoving an UpdateUpdating More Than One ComputerUsing PowerShell Scripts to Manage UpdatesChecking Disks for ErrorsDefragmenting Disks for Better PerformanceUsing Disk DefragmenterRunning Disk Defragmenter from a Command LineDefragmenting Solid-State MediaManaging Disk SpaceCleaning Up with Disk CleanupCleaning Up System FilesCleaning Up at the Command LineStrategies for Preserving Space on System DrivesConserving Space with NTFS File Compression
25. Using Advanced System Management Tools
Viewing System InformationDigging Deeper with Dedicated System Information ToolsFinding and Decoding Information in System InformationExporting System InformationUsing Microsoft Management ConsoleRunning MMC ConsolesMMC Consoles and User Account ControlRunning a Console in Author ModeUsing MMC ConsolesCreating Your Own MMC ConsolesRunning MMC with No Snap-inDisplaying the Console TreeAdding Snap-ins and ExtensionsManaging WindowsControlling Other Display ElementsUsing the Favorites MenuNaming Your ConsoleRestricting User Control of Your ConsoleSaving a ConsoleManaging ServicesUsing the Services ConsoleStarting and Stopping ServicesConfiguring ServicesSetting Startup OptionsSpecifying Recovery ActionsViewing DependenciesDetermining the Name of a ServiceManaging Services from Task ManagerManaging Services with Windows PowerShell ScriptsEditing the RegistryUnderstanding the Structure of the RegistryRegistry Data TypesRegistry VirtualizationAvoiding Registry MishapsBacking Up Before You EditRestoring the Registry from an Exported HiveUsing System Protection to Save the Registry’s StateBrowsing and Editing with Registry EditorChanging DataAdding or Deleting KeysAdding or Deleting ValuesUsing .Reg Files to Automate Registry ChangesIdentifying the Elements of a .Reg FileUsing a .Reg File to Delete Registry DataMerging a .Reg File into the RegistryUsing Group PolicyUnderstanding Multiple Local Group Policy ObjectsHow Group Policy WorksResolving Conflicts Among Multiple Local Group Policy Object SettingsHow Local Group Policy Settings Interact with Active Directory–Based Group Policy SettingsUsing the Local Group Policy EditorTypes of Policy SettingsCreating a Custom Console for MLGPOChanging Policy SettingsControlling Which Policy Settings Are DisplayedDeleting Group Policy Settings
26. Deployment and Migration
Expediting Multiple Windows Installations by Installing from a USB Flash DriveCreating a Bootable UFD with the Windows 7 USB/DVD Download ToolCreating a Bootable UFD from a Windows 7 Setup DVDUsing Your Bootable UFDDeploying Windows and Microsoft Office on Several ComputersIntroducing the Windows Automated Installation KitIntroducing the Express Deployment Tool for System BuildersMigrating User DataWorking with Volume LicensesActivating a Volume LicenseEvaluation Programs
27. Automating Windows 7
Using Task SchedulerCreating a TaskCreating a Task to Run with Elevated PrivilegesCreating a Hidden TaskConfiguring a Task to Run in a Different Operating SystemSetting Up a Task’s Trigger or TriggersSetting Up a Task’s Action or ActionsStarting and Running a Task Only If the Computer Is IdleRequiring AC PowerWaking the Computer to Run a TaskRequiring a Network ConnectionRunning a Task on DemandScheduling Tasks with the Schtasks CommandAutomating Command Sequences with Batch ProgramsAutomating Tasks with Windows Script HostAn Introduction to Windows PowerShellStarting PowerShellPersonalizing PowerShellInteracting with PowerShellUsing CmdletsUsing the PipelineUsing PowerShell Features to Simplify Keyboard EntryUsing PowerShell Providers for Access to File System and Registry DataDiscovering PowerShellGetting Help on Conceptual TopicsFinding the Right Cmdlet to UseScripting with PowerShellRunning PowerShell ScriptsUsing Your Profile to Customize PowerShellUsing the PowerShell ISEFinding Additional PowerShell Resources
28. Troubleshooting Windows Errors and Crashes
Reporting Problems and Finding SolutionsUnderstanding Windows Error Reporting and PrivacyUnderstanding the Windows Error Reporting ProcessSetting Windows Error Reporting OptionsChecking for Solutions to ProblemsReviewing the Problem HistoryUsing Troubleshooters to Solve ProblemsUsing Problem Steps Recorder to Get HelpReviewing Problem Reports with Reliability MonitorTroubleshooting Hangs and Other Problems with Resource MonitorDigging Deeper with Event ViewerTypes of EventsUnderstanding the Event Logs SummaryViewing Individual Logs and EventsViewing Event DetailsSorting and Grouping EventsFiltering the Log DisplayCreating and Saving Custom ViewsExporting Event DataCreating a Task to Run When a Specific Event OccursUnderstanding Stop ErrorsCustomizing How Windows Handles Stop ErrorsHow to Read a Stop ErrorDealing with Stop ErrorsAnalyzing Crash ReportsRecovering from a CrashUsing Advanced Boot OptionsUsing Safe ModeRestoring the Last Known Good ConfigurationOther Startup OptionsMaking Repairs with the Windows Recovery EnvironmentLaunching the Windows Recovery EnvironmentReplacing Corrupted or Missing Files with Startup RepairRestoring Your Computer to Working ConditionRunning the Windows Memory Diagnostic ToolWorking at the Command Prompt
6. Windows 7 and PC Hardware
29. Setting Up and Configuring Hardware
Installing a New Plug and Play DeviceManaging Devices with Devices And PrintersManaging Printers and Print QueuesInstalling a PrinterInstalling a Non–Plug and Play PrinterUsing PowerShell Scripts to Manage PrintersManaging Devices with Device StageManaging Devices with Device ManagerA Crash Course in Device DriversIs That Driver Signed?Configuring Legacy DevicesChanging Settings for an Installed DeviceAdjusting Advanced SettingsViewing and Changing Resource AssignmentsManaging Installed DriversUpdating a Device DriverRolling Back to a Previous Driver VersionUninstalling a DriverEnabling and Disabling Individual DevicesDecoding Hardware Errors
30. Managing Disks and Drives
The Windows 7 Disk-Management ToolkitRunning Disk ManagementManaging Disks from the Command PromptSetting Up a New Hard DiskInstalling Windows on a New DiskAdding a New Disk to an Existing Windows InstallationSpecifying Volume CapacityAssigning a Drive LetterFormatting the New VolumeChoosing a File SystemChoosing the Right UDF Version for Optical MediaChoosing Between UDF and Mastered Optical MediaThe Advantages of NTFSManaging Existing Disks and VolumesExtending a VolumeShrinking a VolumeDeleting a VolumeConverting a FAT32 Disk to NTFSAssigning or Changing a Volume LabelAssigning and Changing Drive LettersMapping a Volume to an NTFS FolderChecking the Properties and Status of Disks and VolumesPermanently Wiping All Data from a DiskWorking with Virtual Hard DisksWorking with Solid State Drives
31. Using Pen, Touch, and Voice Input
Enabling and Customizing Pen and Touch FeaturesCalibrating the ScreenChanging OrientationRedefining Tablet PC ButtonsReading, Writing, and Editing with Pen and Touch ToolsUsing Gestures in Windows 7Using the Writing Pad and Touch KeyboardUsing Speech Recognition and Voice CommandsTuning and Tweaking Windows Speech RecognitionControlling a PC with Voice CommandsUsing Speech to Enter and Edit Data
7. Appendixes
A. Windows 7 Editions at a Glance
Features Available in All Windows 7 EditionsWindows 7 Starter and Home BasicWindows 7 Home PremiumWindows 7 ProfessionalWindows 7 Ultimate/Enterprise
B. Working with the Command Prompt
Starting and Ending a Command Prompt SessionStarting Command Prompt at a Particular FolderStarting Command Prompt and Running a CommandUsing AutoRun to Execute Commands When Command Prompt StartsUsing Cmd’s Command-Line SyntaxUsing CommandsStarting ProgramsUsing File-Name and Folder-Name CompletionUsing WildcardsEditing the Command LineUsing Command SymbolsThe Redirection SymbolsThe Pipe SymbolThe Command Combination SymbolsPausing or Canceling CommandsSimplifying Command Entry with Doskey MacrosUsing Environment VariablesViewing Environment VariablesModifying Environment VariablesCustomizing Command Prompt WindowsSetting the Window Size and PositionSetting the Window Size and Position VisuallySelecting a FontSetting ColorsSetting Other Options
C. Fixes Included in Windows 7 Service Pack 1
Application CompatibilityComputer Management, Administration, and ToolsDesktop and ShellDevelopment Tools, Including .NET Framework and Data ComponentsHardware and DriversInternational/LocalizationInternet ExplorerMultimediaNetworkingNetworking: IIS and WebDAV IssuesNetworking: Remote Access, VPNOffline FilesPerformance and ReliabilityPrinting and Scanning TechnologiesSecuritySetup, Deployment, Backup, and ActivationSleep/Hibernation and Power ManagementStartup/ShutdownStorageTime Zone/Daylight Saving TimeWindows Media CenterWindows Media Player and Related TechnologiesWindows Portable Devices
D. Windows 7 Certifications
Preparing for Certification ExamsExam 70-680, Configuring Windows 7Exam 70-685, Windows 7 Enterprise Desktop Support TechnicianExam 70-686, Windows 7 Enterprise Desktop Administrator
E. Some Useful Accessory Programs
Our Favorite FiveCalculatorPaintSnipping ToolCharacter Map and Private Character EditorSticky NotesOther Handy AccessoriesWindows Fax And ScanXPS ViewerSound RecorderWordPadWindows JournalSystem Management ToolsWinverBoot Configuration Data Editor (BCDEdit)Color ManagementDirectX Diagnostic Tool (DXDiag)DOSKeyHistorical CuriositiesEdlinEditDebug
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