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Windows 10 In Depth

Name: Windows 10 In Depth
ISBN: 9780134121772

by Brian Knittel, Paul McFedries

September 2015

Intermediate to advanced

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30h 52m

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Introduction
WelcomeWhy This Book?How Our Book Is OrganizedConventions Used in This BookText ConventionsSpecial Elements
I: Starting Out with Windows 10
1. Meet Windows 10
An Overview of Windows 10Should I Get Windows 10?Windows 10 EditionsUpgrading WindowsWhat’s New in Windows 10?The New Start MenuTouch-a Touch-a Touch-a Touch Me!Modern AppsHey, CortanaOnline User AccountsVirtual DesktopsExpanded Settings AppFile Explorer RibbonThe Windows StoreManagement ToolsInstallation and SetupStorage SpacesImproved Web Browsing with Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer 11Wi-Fi SenseFaster StartupSecure BootIntegrated Cellular Data ConnectionsWhat Changed Between Windows 10 and Windows 8 and 8.1Beyond Windows 10In the Modern Age
2. Installing or Upgrading to Windows 10
Windows 10 System RequirementsProcessor RequirementsMemory RequirementsStorage RequirementsGraphics RequirementsHardware Requirements for Various Windows 10 FeaturesPreparing Your System: A ChecklistCheck Your System RequirementsBack Up Your FilesClean Up Your Hard DiskCheck and Defragment Your Hard DiskCreate a System Image Backup and a System Repair DiscInstalling Windows 10Upgrading to Windows 10Dual- (and Multi-) Booting Windows 10Dual-Booting Windows 10Multibooting with Three or More Operating SystemsUsing Windows Boot ManagerCustomizing the Boot Configuration DataUsing Windows Boot Manager to Modify the BCDUsing Startup and Recovery to Modify the BCDUsing the System Configuration Utility to Modify the BCDUsing BCDEDIT to Customize the Startup OptionsInstalling Windows 10 Components
3. Your First Hour with Windows 10
The First Things to Do After Starting Windows 10A Quick Tour of the Important Windows 10 FeaturesThe Lock and Sign In ScreensThe Start MenuModern AppsThe Touch TourImportant Keyboard ShortcutsTablet ModeWindows Explorer Is Now Called File ExplorerCortanaSearch Before You LookGetting to the Management ToolsSetting Up User AccountsMicrosoft Versus Local AccountsCreate New AccountsChange Account SettingsBefore You Forget Your PasswordJust One User?Downloading Critical UpdatesPersonalizing Windows 10Personalize Screen SettingsTune Up the Taskbar, Action Center, and Start MenuStore to OneDrive or This PCPrivacy SettingsImportant Adjustments and TweaksTransferring Information from Your Old ComputerThird-Party User Transfer ProgramsCopying Your Old Data ManuallyHow the Heck Do I Shut This Thing Off?More Than You Wanted to KnowAfter You Forget Your PasswordUsing a Password Reset DiskAccessing the Real Administrator AccountIf You’re Moving to Windows 10 from XPControl Panel WordinessWhere’s My Stuff? The User Profile StructureCompatibility and VirtualizationUser Account ControlThe New TaskbarJumplists
II: Using Windows 10
4. Using the Windows 10 Interface
Taking a Tour of the Windows 10 InterfaceNavigating Windows 10 with a KeyboardNavigating Windows 10 with a Touch InterfaceWorking with Running AppsSnapping an AppSwitching Between Running AppsPinning an App to the TaskbarUsing Desktop Apps as the DefaultsWorking with NotificationsSearching Windows 10Searching via the TaskbarSearching with CortanaCustomizing the Start MenuResizing a TileMoving a TileTurning Off a Live TilePinning an App to the Start MenuPinning a Website to the Start MenuDisplaying the Administrative Tools on the Start MenuAdding Shutdown and Restart ShortcutsCreating an App GroupCustomizing the Start Menu’s System IconsCustomizing the Start Menu BackgroundCustomizing the Lock ScreenCustomizing the Lock Screen BackgroundControlling the Apps Displayed on the Lock ScreenDisabling the Lock ScreenWorking with Virtual DesktopsAdding a Virtual DesktopWorking with Virtual DesktopsCustomizing Virtual Desktops
5. Windows Apps and the Windows Store
The Windows AppsAlarms & ClockCalculatorCalendarCameraCortanaFood & DrinkGroove MusicHealth & FitnessMailMapsMicrosoft EdgeMicrosoft Wi-FiMoneyMovies & TVNewsOneDriveOneNotePeoplePhone CompanionPhotosReaderReading ListScanSettingsSportsStoreVoice RecorderWeatherXboxInstalling Apps from the Windows StoreUninstalling AppsSharing App Data
6. Managing Files and Searching
Understanding File TypesFile Types and File ExtensionsFile Types and the RegistryNavigating Folder WindowsFolder NavigationInstant SearchThe RibbonThe Navigation PaneBasic File and Folder Chores: The Techniques Used by the ProsSelecting Files with Check BoxesResolving File Transfer ConflictsExpert Drag-and-Drop TechniquesTaking Advantage of the Send To CommandThe Recycle Bin: Deleting and Recovering Files and FoldersFile Maintenance Using the Open and Save As Dialog BoxesMetadata and the File Explorer Property SystemSearching Your PCAs-You-Type Searches with Instant SearchUsing Advanced Query Syntax to Search PropertiesSaving SearchesGrouping and Filtering with MetadataGrouping FilesFiltering Files
7. Devices and Printers
Windows Printing PrimerInstalling and Configuring a PrinterAdding a New PrinterInstalling a Local PrinterIf the Printer Isn’t FoundWhat to Do If Your Printer Isn’t ListedChanging a Printer’s PropertiesPrinting PreferencesPrinter PropertiesPrint Server PropertiesRemoving a PrinterPrinting from Your ApplicationsPDF and XPS Print OutputFaxingPrinting OfflineWorking with the Printer QueueDeleting a File from the QueueCanceling All Pending Print Jobs on a Given PrinterPausing, Resuming, and Restarting the Printing ProcessAdvanced Printer Management
8. Accessories and Accessibility
A Boatload of Useful ToolsGadgets Are GoneApps as AccessoriesDesktop AccessoriesCharacter MapMath Input PanelNotepadPaintSnipping ToolSteps RecorderSticky NotesSound RecorderWindows JournalWordPadXPS ViewerAccessibility ToolsEase of Access (in PC Settings)Ease of Access Center (in Control Panel)MagnifierNarrator
9. Configuring Windows 10
Configuring Windows 10 with Control PanelTouring the Control Panel WindowReviewing the Control Panel IconsUnderstanding Control Panel FilesGaining Easier Access to Control PanelConfiguring Windows 10 with the Settings AppChanging Your User Account PictureChanging a PasswordCreating a Picture PasswordCreating a Fingerprint Sign-InCustomizing NotificationsSynchronizing Your Settings Between DevicesCreating a Shortcut to a Specific Settings Tab
III: Multimedia and Imaging
10. Windows Media Player
Getting to Know Media PlayerNavigating the LibraryCustomizing the Navigation PaneSyncing Media DevicesPlaying Media FilesSetting Media Player’s Playback OptionsCopying Music from an Audio CDSelecting a Location and Filename StructureChoosing the Recording File FormatSpecifying the Quality of the RecordingCopying Tracks from an Audio CDCopying Tracks to a Recordable CD or DeviceCreating a PlaylistRecording to a CDStreaming Your Media Library
11. Windows and Imaging Devices
Connecting Imaging DevicesTesting an Installed ScannerConfiguring Device EventsAccessing Media on a Memory CardImporting Photos from a Digital CameraViewing Digital Camera ImagesImporting Digital Camera PhotosBurning Photos to an Optical DiscSelecting an Optical Disc FormatBurning a Mastered DiscClosing a UDF SessionBurning a Live File System DiscSending Photos to a Printer
12. Scanning and Faxing
Introducing Windows Fax and ScanInstalling Fax and Scanner HardwareInstalling a Fax ModemInstalling a ScannerConfiguring the Fax ServiceCreating a Customized Cover PageChanging Fax SettingsSending Faxes from Windows Fax and ScanSelecting RecipientsSelecting a Dialing RuleSelecting a Cover PageEntering Subject and Comment TextAdding Other Documents to the FaxAdding Scanned PagesPreviewing the FaxSending the FaxMonitoring Outgoing FaxesReceiving FaxesPrinting Received Faxes AutomaticallyScanning Documents with Windows Fax and ScanEditing Scan Profile DefaultsCreating a New Scan ProfileScanning ImagesEmailing and Faxing Scans
13. More Windows 10 Media Tools
Controlling the VolumeControlling the Overall System VolumeControlling an Application’s VolumeBalancing Your HeadphonesEqualizing the VolumeSetting the Default Output DeviceAssigning Sounds to EventsRecording Sounds with Voice RecorderSetting Up the MicrophoneMaking a Voice RecordingControlling Your Computer with Speech Recognition
IV: Windows 10 and the Internet
14. Getting Connected
Going WorldwideUnderstanding Connection TechnologiesDSLCable ModemSatellite ServiceWireless and Cellular ServiceAnalog ModemChoosing a TechnologyChoosing EquipmentInstalling a Network Adapter for Broadband ServiceInstalling Filters for DSL ServiceConfiguring a High-Speed ConnectionConfiguring a PPPoE Broadband ConnectionConfiguring an Always On ConnectionSetting Up a Fixed IP AddressDial-Up InternetCreating a New Dial-Up ConnectionMaking and Ending a Dial-Up Connection
15. Web Browsing with Windows 10
Internet Explorer or Microsoft Edge?Tips and Techniques for Better Web SurfingTaking Advantage of the Address BarCreating a Shortcut to a URLWorking with TabsUsing the Handy History ListSearching the WebThe Favorites Folder: Sites to RememberAdding a Shortcut to the Favorites FolderOpening an Internet Shortcut from the Favorites FolderMaintaining FavoritesSharing Favorites with Other BrowsersWorking with RSS FeedsSubscribing to a FeedReading FeedsSetting the Feed Update ScheduleCustomizing Internet ExplorerControlling the Web Page CacheSetting Internet Explorer OptionsChanging the Home PageConfiguring the Page HistorySetting More General OptionsUnderstanding Internet Explorer’s Advanced Options
16. Windows 10 Internet Communications
Working with EmailSetting Up Mail AccountsSpecifying Basic Account SettingsSpecifying Advanced Internet Account SettingsSpecifying Advanced Exchange Account SettingsMaintaining AccountsHandling Incoming MessagesControlling Sync Settings for an AccountProcessing MessagesSetting Swipe OptionsSending MessagesInitiating a New MessageCreating a SignatureMaintaining Mail
17. Troubleshooting an Internet Connection
It’s Great When It Works, But...Troubleshooting Step by StepIdentifying Software Configuration ProblemsTroubleshooting a Cable or DSL Modem ConnectionTroubleshooting a LAN ConnectionIdentifying Network Hardware ProblemsTroubleshooting Internet Problems with Windows TCP/IP UtilitiesipconfigpingtracertThird-Party UtilitiesWhatIsMyIPSpeed CheckReverse tracert
V: Networking
18. Creating a Windows Network
Creating or Joining a NetworkPlanning Your NetworkAre You Being Served?When to Hire a ProfessionalChoosing a Network and Cabling System10/100BASE-T Ethernet801.11ac, 802.11n, and 802.11g Wireless (Wi-Fi) NetworkingPowerline Networking1000Mbps Ethernet (Gigabit Ethernet)Adding Additional Networking FunctionsPrinting and FaxingProviding Internet ConnectivityProviding Remote AccessConnecting to a Remote NetworkInstalling Network AdaptersChecking Existing AdaptersInstalling Multiple Network AdaptersInstalling Network WiringCabling for Ethernet NetworksGeneral Cabling TipsWiring with Patch CablesInstalling In-Wall WiringConnecting Just Two ComputersConnecting Multiple SwitchesInstalling a Wireless NetworkWireless Network Setup ChoicesSetting Up a New Wireless NetworkSharing Wi-Fi Network Settings with FriendsGetting Maximum Wireless SpeedConfiguring a Peer-to-Peer NetworkConfiguring the TCP/IP ProtocolEnabling and Disabling SharingSetting Your Computer IdentificationConfiguring Windows FirewallFile and Printer Sharing Without a Router: Avoiding the Unidentified Network ProblemSetting Up a HomegroupAlternatives to Using a HomegroupWrapping UpJoining a Windows Domain NetworkBridging Two Network Types
19. Connecting Your Network to the Internet
Sharing an Internet ConnectionSelecting a Way to Make the ConnectionManaging IP AddressesNAT and Internet Connection SharingSpecial Notes for Wireless NetworkingSpecial Notes for Cable ServiceConfiguring Your LANScheme A—Router with a Broadband ModemScheme B—Cable Modem, Multiple ComputersScheme C—Combination Router/ModemRouted Service with Multiple AddressesUniversal Plug and PlayConfiguring the Rest of the NetworkMaking Services Available
20. Networking with Other Operating Systems
Making Windows Play Well with OthersInternetworking with Windows 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, and XPSetting TCP/IP as the Default Network ProtocolPassword Protection and Simple File SharingUsing Windows Vista and XP with a HomegroupInternetworking with Unix and LinuxSambaSamba Client ToolsSamba Server ToolsInternetworking with MacintoshCompatibility IssuesWorking with Windows Resources from Mac OS XInstalling Optional Network ComponentsUsing the Hosts File
21. Using a Windows Network
Windows Was Made to NetworkUsing Shared Folders in Windows 10Browsing Through a HomegroupBrowsing a Network’s ComputersViewing a Computer or Shared Folder Directly Using Its UNC PathSearching the NetworkSearching for Files or FoldersSearching for ComputersSearching for PrintersSearching Active DirectorySecurity and File SharingFile Permissions and NetworkingNetwork PermissionsUsing Printers on the NetworkUsing a Shared PrinterUsing Printers over the Internet with IPPUsing Unix and LPR PrintersUsing Other Network-Connected PrintersNetwork Power User TopicsBacking Up Your Computer over the NetworkSharing and Using an Entire DriveUnderstanding the Universal Naming ConventionMapping Drive LettersMapping a Drive to a SubfolderSharing ResourcesSharing with a HomegroupSharing the Public Profile FolderSharing Your Own Folders in PlaceSharing Folders IndependentlySharing PrintersSetting Printer PermissionsChanging the Location of the Spool DirectoryPrinter PoolingManaging Your NetworkMonitoring Use of Your Shared FoldersManaging Network Resources Using the Command Line
22. Troubleshooting Your Network
When Good Networks Go BadGetting StartedUsing Troubleshooters and Diagnostic ToolsThe Network and Sharing CenterNetworkNetwork TroubleshootersWindows FirewallEvent ViewerDevice ManagerTesting Network CablesChecking Network ConfigurationipconfigSystemNetwork ConnectionsTesting Network Connectivity with pingDiagnosing File and Printer Sharing Problems
VI: Maintaining Windows 10
23. Windows Management Tools
Managing WindowsPolicing Windows 10 with Group PoliciesUnderstanding Group PoliciesLocal Group Policy Editor and Windows VersionsLaunching the Local Group Policy EditorWorking with Group PoliciesGroup Policy ExamplesConfiguring the Microsoft Management ConsoleReviewing the Windows 10 Snap-insLaunching the MMCAdding a Snap-inSaving a ConsoleCreating a Custom Taskpad ViewControlling Snap-ins with Group PoliciesControlling ServicesControlling Services with the Services Snap-inControlling Services at the Command PromptControlling Services with a ScriptMaking Windows Shut Down Services FasterResetting a Broken ServiceMonitoring PerformanceMonitoring Performance with Task ManagerUsing the Resource MonitorUsing the Performance Monitor
24. Tweaking and Customizing Windows
Customizing File ExplorerCustomizing the RibbonChanging the ViewViewing More PropertiesTurning On File ExtensionsExploring the View OptionsCustomizing the Taskbar for Easier Program and Document LaunchingImproving Productivity by Setting Taskbar OptionsPinning a Favorite Program to the TaskbarUsing the Windows Key to Start Taskbar ProgramsTaking Control of the Notification AreaDisplaying the Built-in Taskbar ToolbarsSetting Some Taskbar Toolbar OptionsCreating New Taskbar Toolbars
25. Managing Hard Disks and Storage Spaces
Dealing with Hard Disk ErrorsHard Drive Health StatesRepairing a Drive ManuallyChecking Free Disk SpaceDeleting Unnecessary FilesDefragmenting Your Hard DiskRunning the Optimize Drives ToolChanging the Optimization ScheduleChanging Which Disks Get DefragmentedWorking with Storage SpacesManaging Your DisksAssigning a Different Letter to a Disk DriveDividing Your Hard Drive into Two VolumesCreating a Spanned VolumeCreating Mirrored VolumesCreating a RAID 5 VolumeWorking with Disk FilesMounting an ISO FileMounting a Virtual Hard DiskCreating a Virtual Hard Disk
26. Troubleshooting and Repairing Problems
Troubleshooting Strategies: Determining the Source of a ProblemDid You Get an Error Message?Does an Error or Warning Appear in the Event Viewer Logs?Does an Error Appear in System Information?Did You Recently Edit the Registry?Did You Recently Change Any Windows Settings?Did Windows 10 “Spontaneously” Reboot?Did You Recently Change Any Application Settings?Did You Recently Install a New Program?Did You Recently Install a New Device?Did You Recently Apply an Update from Windows Update?General Troubleshooting TipsMore Troubleshooting ToolsRunning the Windows 10 TroubleshootersRunning the Memory Diagnostics ToolChecking for Solutions to ProblemsTroubleshooting StartupSome Things to Try Before Anything ElseDisabling Startup ProgramsDisabling Startup ServicesA Startup Troubleshooting ProcedureTroubleshooting Device ProblemsTroubleshooting with Device ManagerTroubleshooting Device Driver ProblemsRolling Back a Device DriverRecovering from a ProblemAccessing the Recovery EnvironmentNavigating the Recovery EnvironmentBooting Up in Safe ModeAutomatically Repairing Your PCRecovering Using System RestoreResetting Your PCRestoring a System Image
27. Managing Your Software
Configuring and Managing Windows UpdateConfiguring Automatic UpdatesSetting the Automatic Maintenance ScheduleChecking for UpdatesWorking with Third-Party SoftwareRunning Through a Preinstallation ChecklistInstalling SoftwareOpening the Programs and Features WindowChanging a Software InstallationRepairing a Software InstallationUninstalling SoftwareUnderstanding Compatibility Mode
28. Managing Your Hardware
Windows 10 and HardwareViewing Your DevicesInstalling DevicesInstalling Plug and Play DevicesCompleting a Device InstallInstalling a Bluetooth DeviceRunning Windows 10 with Multiple MonitorsExtending the Screen to a Second MonitorDuplicating the Screen on a Second MonitorUsing Only the Second MonitorConfiguring the Taskbar for Multiple MonitorsMoving Up to Three MonitorsManaging Your Hardware with Device ManagerControlling the Device DisplayViewing Device PropertiesShowing Nonpresent Devices in Device ManagerWorking with Device DriversTips for Downloading Device DriversChecking Windows Update for DriversUpdating a Device DriverConfiguring Windows to Ignore Unsigned Device DriversWrite a Complete List of Device Drivers to a Text FileUninstalling a DeviceWorking with Device Security Policies
29. Editing the Windows Registry
What Is the Registry?How the Registry Is OrganizedNew Registry FeaturesRegistry VirtualizationRegistry Redirection and ReflectionBacking Up and Restoring the RegistryBacking Up the RegistryRestoring the RegistryUsing RegeditViewing the RegistrySearching in the RegistryEditing Keys and ValuesEditing Registry Entries for Another UserEditing Registry Entries for Another Windows InstallationEditing Registry SecurityOther Registry ToolsRegistry ToolkitRegistrar Registry ManagerTweak-10Registry Privileges and Policies
30. Command-Line and Automation Tools
Command-Line ToolsThe Windows 10 Command Prompt EnvironmentChanging DirectoriesSaving OutputThe Search PathCommand-Line Access from the Power User MenuRunning Commands with Elevated PrivilegesCopying and Pasting in the Command Prompt WindowTransparencyLearning About Command-Line ProgramsRunning GUI Programs from the Command LineSetting Environment VariablesSetting the PATH Environment VariableThe MS-DOS EnvironmentEditing Advanced Settings for a DOS ApplicationIssues with ANSI.SYS and DOSKEYPrinting from MS-DOS ApplicationsBatch FilesBatch File TipsWindows Script HostSome Sample ScriptsWindows PowerShellTask Scheduler
VII: Security
31. Protecting Windows from Viruses and Spyware
Avoiding Viruses and Spyware: The BasicsFirst, a Few Simple PrecautionsLocking Your ComputerRequiring Ctrl+Alt+Delete at StartupChecking Your Computer’s Security SettingsMaking Sure Windows Firewall Is Turned OnMaking Sure Windows Defender Is Turned OnMaking Sure User Account Control Is Turned OnMaking Sure the Administrator Account Is DisabledUnderstanding User Account Control (UAC)Elevating PrivilegesConfiguring User Account ControlSetting User Account Control PoliciesPreventing Elevation for All Standard UsersEnhancing Your Browsing SecurityBlocking Pop-Up WindowsAdding and Removing Zone SitesChanging a Zone’s Security LevelProtected Mode: Reducing Internet Explorer’s PrivilegesTotal Security: Internet Explorer Without Add-OnsUnderstanding Internet Explorer’s Advanced Security Options
32. Protecting Your Data from Loss and Theft
Preparing for TroubleBacking Up File Versions with File HistoryRestoring a Previous Version of a FileSetting System Restore PointsCreating a Recovery DriveCreating a System Image BackupProtecting a FileMaking a File Read-OnlyHiding a FileSetting Security Permissions on Files and FoldersAssigning a User to a Security GroupAssigning a User to Multiple Security GroupsAssigning Standard PermissionsAssigning Special PermissionsFixing Permission Problems by Taking Ownership of Your FilesEncrypting Files and FoldersEncrypting a FolderBacking Up Your Encryption KeyEncrypting a Disk with BitLockerEnabling BitLocker on a System with a TPMEnabling BitLocker on a System Without a TPM
33. Protecting Your Network from Hackers and Snoops
It’s a Cold, Cruel WorldWho Would Be Interested in My Computer?Types of AttackYour Lines of DefensePreparation: Network Security BasicsActive DefensesFirewalls and NAT (Connection-Sharing) DevicesWindows FirewallPacket FilteringUsing NAT or Internet Connection SharingUsing Add-on Firewall Products for WindowsSecuring Your RouterConfiguring Passwords and File SharingSetting Up Restrictive Access ControlsTesting, Logging, and MonitoringTesting Your DefensesMonitoring Suspicious ActivityDisaster Planning: Preparing for Recovery After an AttackMaking a Baseline Backup Before You Go OnlineMaking Frequent Backups When You’re OnlineWriting and Testing Server Restore ProceduresWriting and Maintaining DocumentationPreparing an Incident PlanSpecific Configuration Steps for Windows 10Windows 10’s Security FeaturesIf You Don’t Have a LANIf You Do Have a LANKeep Up to DateTightening Local Security PolicyConfiguring Windows FirewallEnable and Disable Windows FirewallAllow an App or Feature Through Windows FirewallChange Notification Settings, Turn Windows Firewall On or OffRestore DefaultsAdvanced SettingsMore About Security
34. Protecting Yourself from Fraud and Spam
Phishing for InformationCommon Types of FraudLive Phish: A Real-World ExampleMore Help from the BrowserHow to Protect Yourself on a Public ComputerTwo-Way AuthenticationTwo-Factor AuthenticationIdentity-Management SoftwareFighting SpamProtecting Your Email AddressUsing Spam FilteringAvoiding Spammers’ TricksTaking Action Against Email AbuseWhois Database
VIII: Windows On the Move
35. Windows on Mobile Devices
Windows 10 on Tablets and Mobile DevicesManaging Mobile ComputersAirplane ModeGetting the Most Out of Your BatteryUsing Windows Mobility CenterUsing Tablet Input MethodsTouch KeyboardThe On Screen KeyboardTouch Input and GesturesPen and Stylus InputConfiguring Touch and Pen InputConfiguring Pen FlicksUsing Handwriting RecognitionHandwriting GesturesTraining the Handwriting Recognizer
36. Wireless Networking
Wireless Networking in Windows 10Types of Wi-Fi NetworksTake Care When You ShareConnecting with Wi-Fi SenseJoining a Wireless NetworkIn the Corporate EnvironmentAt Your Home or Small OfficeIn Someone Else’s Home or OfficeAt a Public Hot SpotAd Hoc Networks and MeetingsManaging Wireless Network ConnectionsChanging Wireless SettingsSetting Up Preferred Wireless NetworksAdding a Network ManuallyDeleting Wireless Profiles
37. Networking on the Road
Windows Unplugged: Mobile and Remote NetworkingVPN and Dial-Up NetworkingVirtual Private NetworkingSetting Up a VPN ConnectionEditing a VPN Connection’s PropertiesEstablishing a VPN ConnectionUsing Remote Network ResourcesUsing Email and Network ConnectionsMonitoring and Ending a VPN ConnectionSetting Up Advanced Routing for Remote NetworksIncoming VPN AccessSetting Up VPN AccessEnabling Incoming VPN Connections with NATDisabling Incoming ConnectionsOffline FilesIdentifying Files and Folders for Offline UseUsing Files While OfflineUsing Sync CenterManaging and Encrypting Offline FilesMaking Your Shared Folders Available for Offline Use by OthersMultiple LAN Connections
38. Meetings, Conferencing, and Collaboration
Windows 10 Plays Well with OthersMaking Presentations with a Mobile ComputerAdjusting Presentation SettingsControlling an External DisplayConnecting to Wireless DisplaysRemote AssistanceEnabling Remote AssistanceRequesting Remote AssistanceResponding to an Assistance RequestWorking with Remote AssistanceUsing Third-Party ToolsOnline Meeting Tools
39. Remote Desktop and Remote Access
Using Your Computer RemotelySetting Up Access to Your Own ComputerEnabling Remote Desktop Access to Your ComputerEstablishing 24/7 AccessSetting Up Dynamic DNSConfiguring Port ForwardingConnecting to Other Computers with Remote DesktopUsing the Modern-Style Remote Desktop AppUsing the Standard Remote Desktop ClientThird-Party Remote Control Tools
IX: Appendixes
A. Virtualization
Windows 10 as a Host: Running Other Operating Systems Inside Windows 10Installing and Configuring Hyper-VCreating Virtual MachinesRunning and Connecting to a VMConverting a Physical Computer to a VMWindows XP Mode Virtual MachinesWindows 10 as a Guest: Running Windows 10 Inside Other Operating SystemsBooting a VHD File on Hardware
B. Command-Line Utilities
Working with Disk Management ToolsCHKDSK: Checking for Hard Disk ErrorsCHKNTFS: Scheduling Automatic Disk ChecksDEFRAG: Defragmenting the System DriveWorking with File and Folder Management ToolsATTRIB: Modifying File and Folder AttributesFIND: Locating a Text String in a FileREN: Renaming a File or FolderREPLACE: Smarter File CopyingSORT: Sorting the Contents of a FileXCOPY: Advanced File CopyingWorking with System Management ToolsREG: Working with Registry Keys and SettingsSHUTDOWN: Shutting Down or Restarting the SystemSYSTEMINFO: Returning System Configuration DataTYPEPERF: Monitoring PerformanceWHOAMI: Getting Information About the Current UserWorking with Users, Groups, and SharesNET USER: Working with UsersNET LOCALGROUP: Working with GroupsNET USE: Mapping FoldersWorking with Network Troubleshooting ToolsPING: Checking ConnectivityTRACERT: Tracking Packets
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