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Windows 10 Step by Step, Second Edition

by Joan Lambert

December 2017

Beginner

641 pages

14h 21m

English

Microsoft Press

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Sign in to WindowsExplore the desktop and taskbarExplore the Start menuExplore Windows settingsManage content and app windowsEnd a computing sessionKey pointsPractice tasks
Configure the Start menuSet the desktop background and system colorsCustomize the Lock screenApply and manage themesKey pointsPractice tasks
Create and manage app shortcutsManage Start menu tilesCustomize the taskbarKey pointsPractice tasks

Locate and start appsExplore built-in appsInstall Store appsManage app notificationsKey pointsPractice tasks
Understand files, folders, and librariesGet to know File ExplorerChange the File Explorer display optionsFind specific filesKey pointsPractice tasks
Create and rename folders and filesCompress folders and filesMove and copy folders and filesDelete and restore folders and filesWork with folder and file propertiesKey pointsPractice tasks
Understand peripheral devicesLocate device informationDisplay your desktop on multiple screensSet up audio devicesChange the way your mouse worksChange the way your keyboard worksManage printer connectionsKey pointsPractice tasks
Manage network connectionsManage homegroup connectionsShare files on your networkKey pointsPractice tasks
Configure Cortana settingsConfigure Cortana connectionsConfigure information trackingManage Cortana information and notificationsKey pointsPractice tasks
Display websites in Microsoft EdgeFind, save, and share informationManage Microsoft Edge settingsConfigure browser security settingsMaintain browsing privacyTroubleshoot browsing issuesKey pointsPractice tasks
Understand user accounts and permissionsCreate and manage user accountsManage account pictures and passwordsCustomize your sign-in optionsSynchronize settings across computersKey pointsPractice tasks
Manage date and time settingsManage regional and language settingsManage speech settingsCustomize device display settingsKey pointsPractice tasks
Change the screen brightnessConfigure power optionsConfigure Windows accessibility featuresKey pointsPractice tasks
Configure Quick Action buttonsSearch your computer and the webSpecify default appsOrganize apps on multiple desktopsMonitor apps and system tasksManage app startupKey pointsPractice tasks
Manage Windows updatesConfigure privacy settingsRestore computer functionalityBack up dataBack up and restore your systemKey pointsPractice tasks

Overview

The quick way to learn today’s Windows 10!

This is learning made easy. Get more done quickly with the newest version of Windows 10. Jump in wherever you need answers–brisk lessons and colorful screenshots show you exactly what to do, step by step.

Do what you want to do with Windows 10!
Explore fun and functional improvements in the newest version
Customize your sign-in and manage connections
Quickly find files on your computer or in the cloud
Tailor your Windows 10 experience for easy access to the information and tools you want
Work more efficiently with Quick Action and other shortcuts
Get personalized assistance and manage third-party services with Cortana
Interact with the web faster and more safely with Microsoft Edge
Protect your computer, information, and privacy