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Windows Vista™ Inside Out

Name: Windows Vista™ Inside Out
ISBN: 9780735622708

by Ed Bott, Carl Siechert, Craig Stinson

January 2007

Intermediate to advanced

1136 pages

32h 9m

English

Microsoft Press

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I. Setup and Startup

1. What’s New in Windows Vista
Introducing the Windows Vista Family
The Windows Vista Interface: Up Close and Personalized
Searching, Sharing, and Other File Management Tasks
Windows Vista Security at a Glance
Digital Media Essentials
New Ways to Network
Inside Internet Explorer 7
Mail and Collaboration
Performance and Reliability
And Much, Much More...
2. Installing and Configuring Windows Vista
Before You Start...Know Your HardwareAvoiding Software Compatibility ProblemsBacking Up Data and Settings
Setting Up Windows Vista
Performing a Clean InstallUpgrading a Previous Windows VersionUpgrading from Another Windows Vista EditionInstalling Windows Vista on a Computer with Other Windows Versions
Activating and Validating Windows Vista
Entering a Product KeyActivating a Retail Copy of WindowsActivation Requirements for OEM CopiesProduct Activation and Corporate LicensingDealing with Product Validation
Transferring Files and Settings from Another Computer
Making a ConnectionChoosing What To TransferRestoring Files and Settings on Your New Computer
Configuring System Recovery Options
Finishing Your Windows Vista Installation
Adjust Basic Display SettingsCheck Your Security SettingsConnect to the Internet and Your Local NetworkFinish Hardware SetupAdd or Remove Windows FeaturesSet Power and Sleep SettingsConfigure Remote Access OptionsSet Up Additional User AccountsCreate a Backup Image
3. Personalizing Windows Vista
Customizing the Aero User Interface
Turning Aero Off
Modifying the Predefined Color Schemes
Making Text Easier to Read
Using Font Smoothing to Make Text Easier on the Eyes
Customizing the Desktop Background
Choosing a Screen Saver
Changing the Way Events Are Mapped to Sounds
Customizing Mouse Pointers
Saving Your Settings as a Theme
Configuring Screen Resolution
Configuring a Multi-Monitor Display
Configuring Desktop Icons
Adding or Moving Start Menu Items to the Desktop
Using and Customizing Windows Sidebar
Personalizing the Start Menu
Controlling the Content of the Start MenuChoosing Link, Menu, or No ShowDisplaying the Run CommandControlling Where the Search Box SearchesMaking Your Programs Easy to Find on the Start MenuAdding and Removing Pinned ProgramsControlling the Number of Recently Used ProgramsManaging the Recent Items MenuWorking with Start Menu Folders in Windows ExplorerSetting the Internet and E-Mail Links at the Top of the Start Menu
Launching Programs with the Quick Launch Toolbar
Customizing the Taskbar
Changing the Taskbar’s Size and AppearanceControlling Taskbar GroupingGetting the Taskbar Out of Your WayMoving the Taskbar
Controlling the Display of Icons in the Notification Area
Using Additional Toolbars
Installing and Removing ToolbarsSizing and Positioning ToolbarsCreating a New Toolbar
Setting Default Programs, File Type Associations, and AutoPlay Options
Setting Default ProgramsChanging File Type AssociationsChanging the Default Application from Windows ExplorerSetting Program Access and Computer DefaultsSetting AutoPlay Options
4. Adding, Removing, and Managing Programs
Dealing with User Account Control (UAC)
Dealing with Compatibility Issues
Configuring MS-DOS Programs
Installing Programs on 64-bit Versions of Windows
Creating and Customizing Program Shortcuts
Creating New Shortcuts from ScratchDeleting Shortcuts
Managing Startup Programs
Controlling Startup Programs with Windows DefenderUsing Policies to Control Startup ApplicationsRun These Programs At User LogonDo Not Process The Run Once ListDo Not Process The Legacy Run List
Managing Running Programs and Processes with Windows Task Manager
Running a Program as an Administrator or Another User
Uninstalling Programs
5. Setting Up and Troubleshooting Hardware
A Crash Course in Device DriversIs That Driver Signed?Finding the Right Driver FileViewing Driver Details
Installing and Configuring a New Device
Managing the Plug and Play ProcessInstalling and Managing Printers and Print QueuesSetting Up ScannersManaging Modems and Fax DevicesMaking Connections with Portable and Mobile DevicesConfiguring Legacy Devices
Changing Settings for an Installed Device
Adjusting Advanced SettingsViewing and Changing Resource Assignments
Managing Installed Drivers
Updating a Device DriverRolling Back to a Previous Driver VersionUninstalling a Driver
Enabling and Disabling Individual Devices
Decoding Hardware Errors
6. Using Internet Explorer 7
Choosing a Default Web Browser
Using and Personalizing Internet Explorer
Changing Tabbed Browsing OptionsChanging Search SettingsChanging Your Home PageManaging ToolbarsEnabling and Disabling Add-onsConfiguring Internet Explorer to Work with Other ProgramsResetting Internet Explorer to Its Default Settings
Managing Your Favorites
Adding Pages to Your Favorites ListAdding Groups of Pages to the Favorites ListEditing FavoritesOrganizing FavoritesImporting, Exporting, and Sharing FavoritesUsing Third-Party Tools to Manage Favorites
Blocking Pop-Up Windows
Setting the Filter LevelCreating a Custom Filter LevelAllowing Pop-ups from Specific SitesConfiguring Notification Options
Using (or Refusing) AutoComplete
Saving and Protecting Passwords and Other Sensitive DataClearing the AutoComplete HistoryUsing Inline AutoComplete
Internet Explorer Security and Privacy Options
Download Do’s and Don’tsInspecting Website CertificatesIdentifying Deceptive (Phishing) WebsitesManaging CookiesClearing Personal Information
Finding, Reading, and Subscribing to RSS Feeds
Using Internet Explorer as an FTP Client
7. Finding and Organizing Files and Information
What’s What in Windows ExplorerDisplaying or Hiding Optional ElementsChoosing View OptionsSorting, Filtering, Stacking, and GroupingFiltering Folder ContentsStacking Folder ContentsGrouping Folder Contents
Navigating in Windows Explorer
Navigating with the Breadcrumb TrailNavigating with Favorite LinksNavigating with the Folders ListNavigating in the Common Dialog Boxes
Working with Properties in the Details Pane
Managing User Profiles
What’s What and Where in a User ProfileCommon ProfilesHow Windows Vista Maintains Compatibility with Windows XPCompatibility and Virtualization
Relocating Personal Data Folders
Using and Configuring Search and Indexing
Where to SearchSearching from the Start MenuSearching from Windows ExplorerSearching from a Common Dialog BoxSearching from the Search FolderSaving a SearchSearching for File ContentSearching for Properties Other Than NameSearching by File ExtensionUsing Multiple Criteria in the Search BoxUsing Advanced SearchUsing Multiple Criteria in Advanced SearchSearching Nondefault Locations with Advanced SearchSearching for Content in Unindexed LocationsSearching for Hidden and System FilesSearching with Natural LanguageAdministering the Search Engine and IndexChecking the Status of Your IndexIndexing Encrypted FilesRebuilding an IndexMoving the Index to a Faster DriveChanging the Way the Index Handles Particular File TypesAdding Folders to the Index
Restoring Files and Folders with Previous Versions
Recovering Files and Folders with the Recycle Bin
Changing the Amount of Space Allocated to the Recycle BinDisabling the Recycle BinSuppressing Confirmation PromptsRestoring Files and FoldersPurging the Recycle Bin
Maximizing Storage Space with NTFS Compression and Compressed (Zipped) Folders
Implementing NTFS CompressionUsing Zipped Folders
8. E-Mail, Collaboration, and Personal Productivity
Using Windows MailSetting Up AccountsCreating a Mail AccountCreating a News AccountCreating a Directory Service AccountEditing Account InformationCustomizing the Look of Windows MailPreviewing MessagesNavigating FoldersSetting Basic OptionsChecking for Mail at Regular IntervalsControlling the Format of Outbound MessagesSetting Security Options
Managing Contacts
Creating a Distribution ListOrganizing Your ContactsDealing with Multiple E-Mail AddressesAdding Contacts from Windows Mail MessagesExchanging Electronic Business Cards (vCards)Importing ContactsExporting Contacts
Using Windows Calendar
Creating an Appointment or TaskSharing or Publishing a CalendarSubscribing to a CalendarManaging Multiple Calendars
Using Windows Meeting Space
9. Obtaining Help and Support
Using Windows Help And SupportOnline Help vs. Offline HelpBrowsing Through Windows Help And SupportSearching for Help TopicsUsing Guided Help and DemosGuided HelpDemos
Connecting to Another PC with Windows Remote Assistance
How Remote Assistance WorksAsking for Remote AssistanceUsing Instant MessagingSending an InvitationOffering Remote Assistance to Someone ElseWorking in a Remote Assistance SessionTaking Control of the Novice’s ComputerUsing Remote Assistance with Earlier Windows VersionsMaintaining SecurityImproving Remote Assistance Performance
II. Security and Networking
10. Security Essentials
Understanding Security Threats
What’s New in Windows Vista
Preventing Unsafe Actions with User Account Control
What Triggers UAC PromptsDealing with UAC PromptsDisabling UAC—and Why You Shouldn’tWorking Around UAC Without Disabling It
Monitoring Security in Windows Vista
Blocking Intruders with Windows Firewall
Tools for Managing Windows FirewallUsing Windows Firewall in Different Network LocationsEnabling or Disabling Windows FirewallPreventing All Incoming TrafficDisabling Windows Firewall for Individual ConnectionsAllowing Connections Through the FirewallWorking with ExceptionsCreating an Exception for a ProgramOpening a Port
Keeping Your System Secure with Windows Update
Using Windows Update ManuallyRemoving an UpdateUpdating More Than One Computer
Blocking Viruses and Worms with an Antivirus Program
Finding an Antivirus ProgramUsing an Antivirus ProgramLearning More About Viruses and Virus ProtectionScanning for Viruses—Without an Antivirus Program
Stopping Spyware with Windows Defender
Scanning Your Computer for SpywareScanning AutomaticallyScanning ManuallyUsing Real-Time ProtectionResponding to Windows Defender AlertsStopping Offending ProgramsDisabling Windows Defender
Controlling Your Children’s Computer Access
Configuring Parental ControlsRestricting Access to WebsitesRestricting Logon HoursControlling Access to GamesBlocking ProgramsChecking Up on Your Children’s Computer Activities
11. Managing User Accounts, Passwords, and Logons
Introducing Windows SecurityPermissions and RightsUser Accounts and Security Groups
Working with User Accounts
Creating a New User AccountChanging Account SettingsUsing the Guest Account for VisitorsDeleting an Account
Setting a Logon Password
Creating a Secure PasswordSetting a PasswordRecovering from a Lost PasswordEnforcing Secure Password Practices
Managing the Logon Process
Bypassing the Logon ScreenLogging Off, Switching Users, or Locking Your Computer
What Happened to the Administrator Account?
Logging On as AdministratorUsing the Administrator Account in Safe Mode
Learning About Your Own Account with Whoami
Advanced Account Setup Options
Using the Local Users and Groups Snap-InUsing the Net User and Net Localgroup CommandsNet UserViewing User Account InformationAdding or Modifying a User AccountDeleting a User AccountNet LocalgroupViewing Group InformationAdding or Deleting a GroupAdding or Deleting Group MembersWorking with Domain Accounts
12. Setting Up a Small Network
Capabilities of a Small Network
What’s New in Windows Vista
Using Network And Sharing Center
Hardware, Cabling, and Connections
Ethernet, Wireless, or Phone Line?Installing and Configuring a Network AdapterMaking Connections
Setting Up a Wireless Network
Understanding Security for Wireless NetworksConfiguring a Wireless Access Point or RouterConnecting to a Wireless NetworkConnecting to a Network Without Using a USB Flash DriveConnecting to a Hidden NetworkSetting Up Per-User Wireless Network ConnectionsSetting Up an Ad Hoc Network
Setting Up a Shared Internet Connection
Exploring the Network
Understanding Location Types
Changing Network Settings
Setting the Workgroup NameSpecifying the Order and Connection Properties of Preferred Wi-Fi NetworksRenaming Your NetworkRemoving a Network
Managing Network Connections
Setting IP AddressesUnderstanding IPv6
13. Managing Shared Folders and Printers
Understanding Sharing and Security Models in Windows Vista
Configuring Your Network for Sharing
Sharing Files with Public Folders
Sharing Files and Folders from Any Folder
Stopping or Changing Sharing of a File or FolderSetting Advanced Sharing Properties
Managing Shared Folders
Viewing and Changing Share PropertiesUnderstanding Administrative SharesCreating a New Share Using the Shared Folders Snap-InRemoving a ShareViewing and Disconnecting SessionsViewing and Closing Files
Accessing Shared Folders
Gaining Access to Shared Folders on Another ComputerWorking with Mapped Network FoldersMapping a Network Folder to a Drive LetterUnmapping a Mapped Network Folder
Sharing a Printer
Setting Permissions on Shared PrintersSetting Hours of Availability and Other OptionsSetting Server Properties
Command-Line Utilities for Managing Shared Resources
Net ShareViewing Share InformationAdding or Modifying a ShareDeleting a User ShareNet UseViewing ConnectionsAdding a Mapped Network DriveDisconnecting a Mapped DriveNet SessionViewing Session InformationDisconnecting a SessionNet FileNet Statistics
14. Tweaking and Troubleshooting a Small Network
Viewing Status in Network And Sharing Center
Diagnosing Problems Using Network Map
Troubleshooting TCP/IP Problems
Checking for Connection ProblemsDiagnosing IP Address ProblemsRepairing Your TCP/IP ConfigurationResolving DNS Issues
Network Troubleshooting Tools
Fine-Tuning Network Performance
Bridging Two Networks
III. Digital Media
15. Digital Media Essentials
Using Windows Media Player
Customizing the Player’s Look and Feel
Switching Display ModesWorking With the Enhancements PaneChanging the Player’s ColorUsing VisualizationsTweaking Performance and Playback OptionsVarying Playback SpeedAdding Surround Sound SupportUsing the Graphic Equalizer and SRS WOW EffectsTweaking Video PerformanceOptimizing Streaming Media PlaybackUpdating the Player
Using Plug-Ins and Extensions
Adding and Updating Codecs
Which File Formats Are Supported?
Managing Your Media Library
Adding Items to Your Media LibraryAdding Items AutomaticallyAdding Items When They Are PlayedDeleting Items from Your Media Library
Using Media Center
Synchronizing and Sharing Media with Portable Devices
Understanding and Protecting Your Digital Rights
Security and Privacy Issues
Configuring Security OptionsConfiguring Privacy Options
16. Playing and Organizing a Digital Music Collection
Playing Music in Windows Media PlayerPlaying Audio CDsViewing Media Information and Album Art
Building a Digital Music Library
Ripping CDsChoosing an Audio Format and Bit RateDeciding How to Name Your Files and Where to Store ThemDownloading TracksSharing Files
Organizing a Music Collection
What to Do If Windows Media Doesn’t Recognize Your DiscFixing Minor Errors in Album and Track InformationManually Adding Details for an AlbumRenaming Ripped FilesAdding Additional Details About an Album or TrackUsing RatingsAdding Lyrics and Other Details
Working with Playlists
Creating and Editing Custom PlaylistsUsing Auto PlaylistsImporting and Exporting Playlists
Burning Custom CDs or DVDs
17. Viewing, Organizing, and Sharing Digital Photos
Using Windows Photo GallerySupported File Formats
Importing Pictures into the Gallery
Connecting a Digital CameraImporting Images From a Storage Device
Organizing and Categorizing Your Digital Pictures
Editing File Properties and Other MetadataAdding Keyword Tags to Image FilesFiltering and Searching Image FilesSorting and Grouping Items in the Gallery
Editing Image Files
Sharing Digital Images
Viewing a Slide ShowPrintingExporting to CD, DVD, or Movie FileE-Mail
18. Creating and Watching Movies and DVDs
Watching DVDs in Windows Media Player
Introducing Windows Movie Maker
Planning a Movie Maker Project
Gathering and Managing Source MaterialsImporting Recorded Video
Using the Storyboard and Timeline to Assemble a Project
Trimming ClipsUsing Still ImagesUsing TransitionsUsing EffectsWorking with SoundAdding Background Music or AudioAdding NarrationChanging the Sound Balance Between the Audio and Audio/Music TracksCreating Titles and CreditsUsing AutoMovie to Generate Movies Automatically
Saving and Sharing Movies
Publishing to a File on Your ComputerPublishing to a Recordable CDPublishing a Movie as an E-mail AttachmentPublishing to a Digital Video Camera
Turning Movies and Pictures into Custom DVDs
19. Using Windows Media Center
Getting Started with Windows Media CenterUsing Media Center’s 10-Foot InterfacePlaying MusicWatching Pictures and VideosCDs, DVDs, and Devices
Recording and Watching TV
Setting Up a TV Tuner (or Tuners)Using the Program GuideRecording a Program or SeriesWatching and Managing Recorded TV
Connecting and Using a Media Center Extender
Sharing a Media Library with Other PCs
IV. System Maintenance and Management
20. Performing Routine Maintenance
Checking Disks for Errors
Defragmenting Disks for Better Performance
Using Disk DefragmenterRunning Disk Defragmenter from a Command LineGetting a Fragmentation Report at the Command Prompt
Managing Disk Space
Cleaning Up with Disk CleanupUsing NTFS File Compression
Smart Backup Strategies
Using the Windows Backup ProgramBacking Up Files and FoldersCreating a Complete PC Backup
21. Tuning Up and Monitoring Performance
Basic Strategies for Improving PerformanceEnsuring That You Have Adequate RAMEnsuring That You Have an Adequate Virtual-Memory ConfigurationUsing ReadyBoostManaging Startup ProgramsKeeping Your Disks DefragmentedMaintaining Adequate Free Space on Your DisksAvoiding Tweaks of Dubious ValuePage File ConfusionPrefetch Pros and ConsShutting Down Services
Taking Performance Snapshots
Measuring Satisfaction with the Windows Experience IndexGenerating a System Diagnostics ReportMeasuring Stability with the Reliability Monitor
Monitoring Performance in Real Time
Using Windows Task ManagerUsing Resource OverviewUsing Performance Monitor for Advanced System AnalysisSwitching Between Display TypesAdding CountersChanging the Chart’s Display CharacteristicsChanging the Vertical Axis ScaleChanging a Counter’s Scaling FactorChanging Colors, Fonts, and TitlesEmphasizing a Particular LineChanging the Sampling Interval
22. Monitoring System Activities With Event Viewer
Getting Started with Event ViewerRunning Event ViewerTypes of Events
Understanding the Event Logs Summary
Viewing Individual Logs and Events
Viewing Event DetailsSorting and Grouping EventsFiltering the Log DisplayCreating and Saving Custom ViewsExporting Event Data
Monitoring Events
Creating a Task to Run When a Specific Event OccursMonitoring Other Computers’ Events with SubscriptionsConfiguring Your Systems for SubscriptionsCreating a Subscription
Working with Log Files
Setting Log File Size and LongevityArchiving and Clearing Log FilesDisplaying an Archived Log File
23. Troubleshooting Windows Errors
Configuring and Using Windows Error ReportingUnderstanding Windows Error Reporting and PrivacyUnderstanding the Windows Error Reporting ProcessSetting Windows Error Reporting OptionsReviewing the Problem HistoryChecking for New Solutions
Reviewing the Error History with the Reliability Monitor
Reviewing the Error History with Event Viewer
Rolling Back to a Stable State with System Restore
Using System RestoreSystem Restore Do’s and Don’ts
Dealing with Stop Errors
Customizing How Windows Handles Stop ErrorsHow to Read a Stop ErrorGeneral Advice for Dealing with Stop ErrorsTroubleshooting Specific Stop ErrorsSTOP 0x0000000A or IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUALSTOP 0x0000001E or KMODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLEDSTOP 0x00000024 or NTFS_FILE_SYSTEMSTOP 0x0000002E or DATA_BUS_ERRORSTOP 0x0000003F or NO_MORE_SYSTEM_PTESSTOP 0x00000050 or PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREASTOP 0x00000077 or KERNEL_STACK_INPAGE_ERRORSTOP 0x0000007F or UNEXPECTED_KERNEL_MODE_TRAPSTOP 0x000000C2 or BAD_POOL_CALLERSTOP 0x000000D1 or DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUALSTOP 0x000000D8 or DRIVER_USED_EXCESSIVE_PTESSTOP 0x000000EA or THREAD_STUCK_IN_DEVICE_DRIVERSTOP 0x000000ED or UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUMESTOP 0x000000F2 or HARDWARE_INTERRUPT_STORMSTOP 0xC000021A or STATUS_SYSTEM_PROCESS_TERMINATEDSTOP 0xC00000221 or STATUS_IMAGE_CHECKSUM_MISMATCH
24. Recovering From a Computer Crash
Using Advanced Boot OptionsUsing Safe ModeRestoring the Last Known Good ConfigurationOther Startup Options
Making Repairs with the Windows Recovery Environment
Launching the Windows Recovery EnvironmentReplacing Corrupted or Missing System Files With Startup RepairRestoring Stability With System RestoreRestoring an Image Backup With Complete PC RestoreRunning the Windows Memory Diagnostic ToolWorking at the Command Prompt
25. Managing Services
Using the Services ConsoleStarting and Stopping ServicesConfiguring ServicesSetting Startup OptionsSpecifying Recovery ActionsViewing DependenciesDetermining the Name of a Service
Recommended Startup Settings for Services
Managing Services from a Command Prompt
Managing Services from Task Manager
26. Editing the Registry
Understanding the Structure of the RegistryRegistry Data TypesRegistry Virtualization
Avoiding Registry Mishaps
Backing Up Before You EditRestoring the Registry from an Exported HiveUsing System Protection to Save the Registry’s State
Browsing and Editing with Registry Editor
Changing DataAdding or Deleting KeysAdding or Deleting Values
Monitoring Registry Changes
Using .Reg Files to Automate Registry Changes
Identifying the Elements of a .Reg FileUsing a .Reg File to Delete Registry DataMerging a .Reg File into the Registry
Working with a Remote Computer’s Registry
Changing Registry Key Permissions
Restricting Access to Registry Editor
Editing the Registry from the Command Line
V. Advanced System Maintenance
27. Advanced Internet Explorer Security and Administration
Working with (and Around) Protected Mode
Using and Customizing Internet Security Zones
How Security Zones Affect the Way You BrowseAdding Sites to a ZoneChanging a Zone’s Security Settings
Protecting Yourself from Unsafe and Unwanted Software
To Trust or Not to Trust?Blocking Potentially Unsafe DownloadsDownloading Executable FilesKeeping ActiveX Under ControlUsing Scripts Wisely
Installing, Removing, and Troubleshooting Add-ons
Managing Cookies
Viewing a Site’s Privacy ReportOverriding Your Privacy Settings for Particular WebsitesDispensing with Automatic Cookie HandlingBacking Up Cookies
Managing Internet Explorer’s Cache and History
Changing the Size of the CacheMoving the CacheControlling How Internet Explorer Uses the CacheEmptying the Cache Automatically
Blocking Objectionable Content
Blocking Unrated SitesTurning Off Blocking
Saving and Applying Internet Explorer Settings
28. Managing Disks and Drives
Running Disk Management
Managing Disks from the Command Prompt
Understanding Disk Management Terminology
Formatting Disks
Choosing a File SystemChoosing the Right UDF Version for Optical MediaChoosing Between UDF and Mastered Optical MediaThe Advantages of NTFSConverting a FAT32 Disk to NTFS
Creating New Volumes
Creating a New Simple VolumeCreating a New Spanned VolumeCreating a New Striped Volume
Assigning or Changing a Volume Label
Assigning and Changing Drive Letters
Mapping a Volume to an NTFS Folder
Changing Volume Sizes
Extending a VolumeShrinking a Volume
Deleting a Volume
Checking the Properties and Status of Disks and Volumes
29. Controlling Access to Files and Folders
Changes to NTFS Permissions in Windows Vista
Controlling Access with NTFS Permissions
Applying Advanced Security SettingsWorking with Built-in Users and GroupsApplying Permissions to Subfolders Through InheritanceTesting the Effect of PermissionsUsing Special PermissionsSetting Permissions from a Command PromptTaking Ownership of Files and Folders
Troubleshooting Permissions Problems
Permissions and File OperationsPermissions and Windows XP Profile FoldersOther Permissions Problems
30. Automating Windows Vista
Using the Windows Vista 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 TriggersTriggering a Task on ScheduleTriggering a Task at LogonTriggering a Task at StartupTriggering a Task on IdleUsing an Event to Trigger a TaskTriggering at Task Creation or ModificationTriggering a Task at User Connection or DisconnectionTriggering a Task at Workstation Lock or UnlockSetting 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 Command
Automating Command Sequences with Batch Programs
Automating Tasks with Windows Script Host
Finding Scripting ResourcesScripting and SecurityUsing the Script File Format
Finding Resources for Windows PowerShell
31. Advanced Security Management
Protecting a System with Windows FirewallViewing Active Rules and SecurityCreating a RuleConfiguring Complex RulesLogging Firewall ActivityUsing the Netsh Command to Manage Windows Firewall
Testing Your Computer’s Network Security
Managing User Rights
Auditing Security Events
Enabling AuditingViewing Security EventsMonitoring Logon EventsMonitoring Access to Folders and FilesMonitoring Other Security Events
VI. Appendices
A. Windows Vista Editions at a Glance
User Experience
Security
Digital Media/Entertainment
Hardware
Backup
Business Applications
Advanced Networking and Administration
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 Starts
Using Commands
Starting ProgramsUsing Command ExtensionsUsing File-Name and Folder-Name CompletionUsing Cmd’s Command-Line SyntaxEditing the Command LineUsing WildcardsUsing Command SymbolsThe Redirection SymbolsRedirecting OutputRedirecting InputRedirecting Input and OutputStandard Output and Standard ErrorThe Pipe SymbolThe Command Combination SymbolsThe Escape SymbolPausing or Canceling CommandsSimplifying Command Entry with Doskey Macros
Using Environment Variables
Viewing Environment VariablesModifying Environment Variables
Customizing Command Prompt Windows
Setting the Window Size and PositionSetting the Window Size and Position VisuallySelecting a FontSetting ColorsSetting Other Options
C. Using and Customizing Microsoft Management Console
Running MMC ConsolesMMC Consoles and UACRunning a Console in Author ModeRunning a Console and Specifying a Target Computer
Using MMC Consoles
Console tree, Details pane, and Action paneAction and View menusShortcut menusWorking with content in the Details paneExporting Details pane data to text or .csv files
Creating Your Own MMC Consoles
Running MMC with No Snap-InDisplaying the Console TreeAdding Snap-Ins and ExtensionsAdding Taskpad ViewsManaging WindowsControlling Other Display ElementsUsing the Favorites MenuNaming Your ConsoleRestricting User Control of Your ConsoleSaving a Console
D. Viewing System Information
Finding Basic Information About Your Computer
Digging Deeper with Dedicated System Information Tools
Finding and Decoding Information in System Information
Exporting System Information
E. About the Authors
F. Additional Resources for Home and Business
G. Choose the Right Book for You
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