Overview
This fast-paced, no-fluff book teaches you the basics of
Microsoft Windows Vista and includes tips, shortcuts, and
workarounds for Windows veterans as well as new users, whether
you're using the Home, Business, Enterprise, or Ultimate edition of
Vista. You'll find step-by-step instructions and plenty of
screenshots that guide you through Vista's new and updated
features, including the glasslike Aero interface; instant search;
the Sidebar and Gadgets; and the improved versions of Internet
Explorer, Mail, Live Messenger, Photo Gallery, Movie Maker, and
Media Player. You'll also find information on setup; installation;
upgrading from other Windows versions; troubleshooting; hardware;
and organizing your documents, music, photos, and videos. Laptop
and mobile users will learn how to connect from the road, jump onto
a public wireless network, and conserve battery power. Author Chris
Fehily also walks you through setting up a network, connecting to
the Internet, configuring routers and firewalls, and hooking up
printers and other devices. You'll learn how to use Vista's
beefed-up security features to protect your PC and network and
share files while keeping personal stuff private.