Windows Vista inside out /
Bott, Ed.
Windows Vista inside out / Ed Bott, Carl Siechert, Craig Stinson. - xxviii,1101 pages , illustrations ; 25 cm. + 1 computer disc.
Includes index.
I. Setup and Startup - 2. Installing and Configuring Windows Vista - 3. Personalizing Windows Vista - 4. Adding, Removing, and Managing Programs - 5. Setting Up and Troubleshooting Hardware - 6. Using Internet Explorer 7 - 7. Finding and Organizing Files and Information - 8. E-Mail, Collaboration, and Personal Productivity - 9. Obtaining Help and Support - 10. Security Essentials - 11. Managing User Accounts, Passwords, and Logons - 12. Setting Up a Small Network - 13. Managing Shared Folders and Printers - 14. Tweaking and Troubleshooting a Small Network -15. Digital Media Essentials - Windows Vista™ Inside Out
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A Note Regarding Supplemental Files
Acknowledgments
Conventions and Features Used in This Book
Text Conventions
Design Conventions
About the CD
What’s on the CD
System Requirements
Support Information
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 Hardware
Avoiding Software Compatibility Problems
Backing Up Data and Settings
Setting Up Windows Vista
Performing a Clean Install
Upgrading a Previous Windows Version
Upgrading from Another Windows Vista Edition
Installing Windows Vista on a Computer with Other Windows Versions
Activating and Validating Windows Vista
Entering a Product Key
Activating a Retail Copy of Windows
Activation Requirements for OEM Copies
Product Activation and Corporate Licensing
Dealing with Product Validation
Transferring Files and Settings from Another Computer
Making a Connection
Choosing What To Transfer
Restoring Files and Settings on Your New Computer
Configuring System Recovery Options
Finishing Your Windows Vista Installation
Adjust Basic Display Settings
Check Your Security Settings
Connect to the Internet and Your Local Network
Finish Hardware Setup
Add or Remove Windows Features
Set Power and Sleep Settings
Configure Remote Access Options
Set Up Additional User Accounts
Create 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 Menu
Choosing Link, Menu, or No Show
Displaying the Run Command
Controlling Where the Search Box Searches
Making Your Programs Easy to Find on the Start Menu
Adding and Removing Pinned Programs
Controlling the Number of Recently Used Programs
Managing the Recent Items Menu
Working with Start Menu Folders in Windows Explorer
Setting 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 Appearance
Controlling Taskbar Grouping
Getting the Taskbar Out of Your Way
Moving the Taskbar
Controlling the Display of Icons in the Notification Area
Using Additional Toolbars
Installing and Removing Toolbars
Sizing and Positioning Toolbars
Creating a New Toolbar
Setting Default Programs, File Type Associations, and AutoPlay Options
Setting Default Programs
Changing File Type Associations
Changing the Default Application from Windows Explorer
Setting Program Access and Computer Defaults
Setting 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 Scratch
Deleting Shortcuts
Managing Startup Programs
Controlling Startup Programs with Windows Defender
Using Policies to Control Startup Applications
Run These Programs At User Logon
Do Not Process The Run Once List
Do 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 Drivers
Is That Driver Signed?
Finding the Right Driver File
Viewing Driver Details
Installing and Configuring a New Device
Managing the Plug and Play Process
Installing and Managing Printers and Print Queues
Setting Up Scanners
Managing Modems and Fax Devices
Making Connections with Portable and Mobile Devices
Configuring Legacy Devices
Changing Settings for an Installed Device
Adjusting Advanced Settings
Viewing and Changing Resource Assignments
Managing Installed Drivers
Updating a Device Driver
Rolling Back to a Previous Driver Version
Uninstalling 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 Options
Changing Search Settings
Changing Your Home Page
Managing Toolbars
Enabling and Disabling Add-ons
Configuring Internet Explorer to Work with Other Programs
Resetting Internet Explorer to Its Default Settings
Managing Your Favorites
Adding Pages to Your Favorites List
Adding Groups of Pages to the Favorites List
Editing Favorites
Organizing Favorites
Importing, Exporting, and Sharing Favorites
Using Third-Party Tools to Manage Favorites
Blocking Pop-Up Windows
Setting the Filter Level
Creating a Custom Filter Level
Allowing Pop-ups from Specific Sites
Configuring Notification Options
Using (or Refusing) AutoComplete
Saving and Protecting Passwords and Other Sensitive Data
Clearing the AutoComplete History
Using Inline AutoComplete
Internet Explorer Security and Privacy Options
Download Do’s and Don’ts
Inspecting Website Certificates
Identifying Deceptive (Phishing) Websites
Managing Cookies
Clearing 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 Explorer
Displaying or Hiding Optional Elements
Choosing View Options
Sorting, Filtering, Stacking, and Grouping
Filtering Folder Contents
Stacking Folder Contents
Grouping Folder Contents
Navigating in Windows Explorer
Navigating with the Breadcrumb Trail
Navigating with Favorite Links
Navigating with the Folders List
Navigating in the Common Dialog Boxes
Working with Properties in the Details Pane
Managing User Profiles
What’s What and Where in a User Profile
Common Profiles
How Windows Vista Maintains Compatibility with Windows XP
Compatibility and Virtualization
Relocating Personal Data Folders
Using and Configuring Search and Indexing
Where to Search
Searching from the Start Menu
Searching from Windows Explorer
Searching from a Common Dialog Box
Searching from the Search Folder
Saving a Search
Searching for File Content
Searching for Properties Other Than Name
Searching by File Extension
Using Multiple Criteria in the Search Box
Using Advanced Search
Using Multiple Criteria in Advanced Search
Searching Nondefault Locations with Advanced Search
Searching for Content in Unindexed Locations
Searching for Hidden and System Files
Searching with Natural Language
Administering the Search Engine and Index
Checking the Status of Your Index
Indexing Encrypted Files
Rebuilding an Index
Moving the Index to a Faster Drive
Changing the Way the Index Handles Particular File Types
Adding 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 Bin
Disabling the Recycle Bin
Suppressing Confirmation Prompts
Restoring Files and Folders
Purging the Recycle Bin
Maximizing Storage Space with NTFS Compression and Compressed (Zipped) Folders
Implementing NTFS Compression
Using Zipped Folders
8. E-Mail, Collaboration, and Personal Productivity
Using Windows Mail
Setting Up Accounts
Creating a Mail Account
Creating a News Account
Creating a Directory Service Account
Editing Account Information
Customizing the Look of Windows Mail
Previewing Messages
Navigating Folders
Setting Basic Options
Checking for Mail at Regular Intervals
Controlling the Format of Outbound Messages
Setting Security Options
Managing Contacts
Creating a Distribution List
Organizing Your Contacts
Dealing with Multiple E-Mail Addresses
Adding Contacts from Windows Mail Messages
Exchanging Electronic Business Cards (vCards)
Importing Contacts
Exporting Contacts
Using Windows Calendar
Creating an Appointment or Task
Sharing or Publishing a Calendar
Subscribing to a Calendar
Managing Multiple Calendars
Using Windows Meeting Space
9. Obtaining Help and Support
Using Windows Help And Support
Online Help vs. Offline Help
Browsing Through Windows Help And Support
Searching for Help Topics
Using Guided Help and Demos
Guided Help
Demos
Connecting to Another PC with Windows Remote Assistance
How Remote Assistance Works
Asking for Remote Assistance
Using Instant Messaging
Sending an Invitation
Offering Remote Assistance to Someone Else
Working in a Remote Assistance Session
Taking Control of the Novice’s Computer
Using Remote Assistance with Earlier Windows Versions
Maintaining Security
Improving 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 Prompts
Dealing with UAC Prompts
Disabling UAC—and Why You Shouldn’t
Working Around UAC Without Disabling It
Monitoring Security in Windows Vista
Blocking Intruders with Windows Firewall
Tools for Managing Windows Firewall
Using Windows Firewall in Different Network Locations
Enabling or Disabling Windows Firewall
Preventing All Incoming Traffic
Disabling Windows Firewall for Individual Connections
Allowing Connections Through the Firewall
Working with Exceptions
Creating an Exception for a Program
Opening a Port
Keeping Your System Secure with Windows Update
Using Windows Update Manually
Removing an Update
Updating More Than One Computer
Blocking Viruses and Worms with an Antivirus Program
Finding an Antivirus Program
Using an Antivirus Program
Learning More About Viruses and Virus Protection
Scanning for Viruses—Without an Antivirus Program
Stopping Spyware with Windows Defender
Scanning Your Computer for Spyware
Scanning Automatically
Scanning Manually
Using Real-Time Protection
Responding to Windows Defender Alerts
Stopping Offending Programs
Disabling Windows Defender
Controlling Your Children’s Computer Access
Configuring Parental Controls
Restricting Access to Websites
Restricting Logon Hours
Controlling Access to Games
Blocking Programs
Checking Up on Your Children’s Computer Activities
11. Managing User Accounts, Passwords, and Logons
Introducing Windows Security
Permissions and Rights
User Accounts and Security Groups
Working with User Accounts
Creating a New User Account
Changing Account Settings
Using the Guest Account for Visitors
Deleting an Account
Setting a Logon Password
Creating a Secure Password
Setting a Password
Recovering from a Lost Password
Enforcing Secure Password Practices
Managing the Logon Process
Bypassing the Logon Screen
Logging Off, Switching Users, or Locking Your Computer
What Happened to the Administrator Account?
Logging On as Administrator
Using the Administrator Account in Safe Mode
Learning About Your Own Account with Whoami
Advanced Account Setup Options
Using the Local Users and Groups Snap-In
Using the Net User and Net Localgroup Commands
Net User
Viewing User Account Information
Adding or Modifying a User Account
Deleting a User Account
Net Localgroup
Viewing Group Information
Adding or Deleting a Group
Adding or Deleting Group Members
Working 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 Adapter
Making Connections
Setting Up a Wireless Network
Understanding Security for Wireless Networks
Configuring a Wireless Access Point or Router
Connecting to a Wireless Network
Connecting to a Network Without Using a USB Flash Drive
Connecting to a Hidden Network
Setting Up Per-User Wireless Network Connections
Setting Up an Ad Hoc Network
Setting Up a Shared Internet Connection
Exploring the Network
Understanding Location Types
Changing Network Settings
Setting the Workgroup Name
Specifying the Order and Connection Properties of Preferred Wi-Fi Networks
Renaming Your Network
Removing a Network
Managing Network Connections
Setting IP Addresses
Understanding 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 Folder
Setting Advanced Sharing Properties
Managing Shared Folders
Viewing and Changing Share Properties
Understanding Administrative Shares
Creating a New Share Using the Shared Folders Snap-In
Removing a Share
Viewing and Disconnecting Sessions
Viewing and Closing Files
Accessing Shared Folders
Gaining Access to Shared Folders on Another Computer
Working with Mapped Network Folders
Mapping a Network Folder to a Drive Letter
Unmapping a Mapped Network Folder
Sharing a Printer
Setting Permissions on Shared Printers
Setting Hours of Availability and Other Options
Setting Server Properties
Command-Line Utilities for Managing Shared Resources
Net Share
Viewing Share Information
Adding or Modifying a Share
Deleting a User Share
Net Use
Viewing Connections
Adding a Mapped Network Drive
Disconnecting a Mapped Drive
Net Session
Viewing Session Information
Disconnecting a Session
Net File
Net 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 Problems
Diagnosing IP Address Problems
Repairing Your TCP/IP Configuration
Resolving 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 Modes
Working With the Enhancements Pane
Changing the Player’s Color
Using Visualizations
Tweaking Performance and Playback Options
Varying Playback Speed
Adding Surround Sound Support
Using the Graphic Equalizer and SRS WOW Effects
Tweaking Video Performance
Optimizing Streaming Media Playback
Updating 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 Library
Adding Items Automatically
Adding Items When They Are Played
Deleting 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 Options
Configuring Privacy Options
16. Playing and Organizing a Digital Music Collection - 17. Viewing, Organizing, and Sharing Digital Photos -18. Creating and Watching Movies and DVDs- 19. Using Windows Media Center - 20. Performing Routine Maintenance - 21. Tuning Up and Monitoring Performance - 22. Monitoring System Activities With Event Viewer - 23. Troubleshooting Windows Errors - 24. Recovering From a Computer Crash - 25. Managing Services - 26. Editing the Registry - 27. Advanced Internet Explorer Security and Administration - 28. Managing Disks and Drives -29. Controlling Access to Files and Folders -
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Windows Vista inside out / Ed Bott, Carl Siechert, Craig Stinson. - xxviii,1101 pages , illustrations ; 25 cm. + 1 computer disc.
Includes index.
I. Setup and Startup - 2. Installing and Configuring Windows Vista - 3. Personalizing Windows Vista - 4. Adding, Removing, and Managing Programs - 5. Setting Up and Troubleshooting Hardware - 6. Using Internet Explorer 7 - 7. Finding and Organizing Files and Information - 8. E-Mail, Collaboration, and Personal Productivity - 9. Obtaining Help and Support - 10. Security Essentials - 11. Managing User Accounts, Passwords, and Logons - 12. Setting Up a Small Network - 13. Managing Shared Folders and Printers - 14. Tweaking and Troubleshooting a Small Network -15. Digital Media Essentials - Windows Vista™ Inside Out
SPECIAL OFFER: Upgrade this ebook with O’Reilly
A Note Regarding Supplemental Files
Acknowledgments
Conventions and Features Used in This Book
Text Conventions
Design Conventions
About the CD
What’s on the CD
System Requirements
Support Information
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 Hardware
Avoiding Software Compatibility Problems
Backing Up Data and Settings
Setting Up Windows Vista
Performing a Clean Install
Upgrading a Previous Windows Version
Upgrading from Another Windows Vista Edition
Installing Windows Vista on a Computer with Other Windows Versions
Activating and Validating Windows Vista
Entering a Product Key
Activating a Retail Copy of Windows
Activation Requirements for OEM Copies
Product Activation and Corporate Licensing
Dealing with Product Validation
Transferring Files and Settings from Another Computer
Making a Connection
Choosing What To Transfer
Restoring Files and Settings on Your New Computer
Configuring System Recovery Options
Finishing Your Windows Vista Installation
Adjust Basic Display Settings
Check Your Security Settings
Connect to the Internet and Your Local Network
Finish Hardware Setup
Add or Remove Windows Features
Set Power and Sleep Settings
Configure Remote Access Options
Set Up Additional User Accounts
Create 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 Menu
Choosing Link, Menu, or No Show
Displaying the Run Command
Controlling Where the Search Box Searches
Making Your Programs Easy to Find on the Start Menu
Adding and Removing Pinned Programs
Controlling the Number of Recently Used Programs
Managing the Recent Items Menu
Working with Start Menu Folders in Windows Explorer
Setting 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 Appearance
Controlling Taskbar Grouping
Getting the Taskbar Out of Your Way
Moving the Taskbar
Controlling the Display of Icons in the Notification Area
Using Additional Toolbars
Installing and Removing Toolbars
Sizing and Positioning Toolbars
Creating a New Toolbar
Setting Default Programs, File Type Associations, and AutoPlay Options
Setting Default Programs
Changing File Type Associations
Changing the Default Application from Windows Explorer
Setting Program Access and Computer Defaults
Setting 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 Scratch
Deleting Shortcuts
Managing Startup Programs
Controlling Startup Programs with Windows Defender
Using Policies to Control Startup Applications
Run These Programs At User Logon
Do Not Process The Run Once List
Do 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 Drivers
Is That Driver Signed?
Finding the Right Driver File
Viewing Driver Details
Installing and Configuring a New Device
Managing the Plug and Play Process
Installing and Managing Printers and Print Queues
Setting Up Scanners
Managing Modems and Fax Devices
Making Connections with Portable and Mobile Devices
Configuring Legacy Devices
Changing Settings for an Installed Device
Adjusting Advanced Settings
Viewing and Changing Resource Assignments
Managing Installed Drivers
Updating a Device Driver
Rolling Back to a Previous Driver Version
Uninstalling 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 Options
Changing Search Settings
Changing Your Home Page
Managing Toolbars
Enabling and Disabling Add-ons
Configuring Internet Explorer to Work with Other Programs
Resetting Internet Explorer to Its Default Settings
Managing Your Favorites
Adding Pages to Your Favorites List
Adding Groups of Pages to the Favorites List
Editing Favorites
Organizing Favorites
Importing, Exporting, and Sharing Favorites
Using Third-Party Tools to Manage Favorites
Blocking Pop-Up Windows
Setting the Filter Level
Creating a Custom Filter Level
Allowing Pop-ups from Specific Sites
Configuring Notification Options
Using (or Refusing) AutoComplete
Saving and Protecting Passwords and Other Sensitive Data
Clearing the AutoComplete History
Using Inline AutoComplete
Internet Explorer Security and Privacy Options
Download Do’s and Don’ts
Inspecting Website Certificates
Identifying Deceptive (Phishing) Websites
Managing Cookies
Clearing 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 Explorer
Displaying or Hiding Optional Elements
Choosing View Options
Sorting, Filtering, Stacking, and Grouping
Filtering Folder Contents
Stacking Folder Contents
Grouping Folder Contents
Navigating in Windows Explorer
Navigating with the Breadcrumb Trail
Navigating with Favorite Links
Navigating with the Folders List
Navigating in the Common Dialog Boxes
Working with Properties in the Details Pane
Managing User Profiles
What’s What and Where in a User Profile
Common Profiles
How Windows Vista Maintains Compatibility with Windows XP
Compatibility and Virtualization
Relocating Personal Data Folders
Using and Configuring Search and Indexing
Where to Search
Searching from the Start Menu
Searching from Windows Explorer
Searching from a Common Dialog Box
Searching from the Search Folder
Saving a Search
Searching for File Content
Searching for Properties Other Than Name
Searching by File Extension
Using Multiple Criteria in the Search Box
Using Advanced Search
Using Multiple Criteria in Advanced Search
Searching Nondefault Locations with Advanced Search
Searching for Content in Unindexed Locations
Searching for Hidden and System Files
Searching with Natural Language
Administering the Search Engine and Index
Checking the Status of Your Index
Indexing Encrypted Files
Rebuilding an Index
Moving the Index to a Faster Drive
Changing the Way the Index Handles Particular File Types
Adding 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 Bin
Disabling the Recycle Bin
Suppressing Confirmation Prompts
Restoring Files and Folders
Purging the Recycle Bin
Maximizing Storage Space with NTFS Compression and Compressed (Zipped) Folders
Implementing NTFS Compression
Using Zipped Folders
8. E-Mail, Collaboration, and Personal Productivity
Using Windows Mail
Setting Up Accounts
Creating a Mail Account
Creating a News Account
Creating a Directory Service Account
Editing Account Information
Customizing the Look of Windows Mail
Previewing Messages
Navigating Folders
Setting Basic Options
Checking for Mail at Regular Intervals
Controlling the Format of Outbound Messages
Setting Security Options
Managing Contacts
Creating a Distribution List
Organizing Your Contacts
Dealing with Multiple E-Mail Addresses
Adding Contacts from Windows Mail Messages
Exchanging Electronic Business Cards (vCards)
Importing Contacts
Exporting Contacts
Using Windows Calendar
Creating an Appointment or Task
Sharing or Publishing a Calendar
Subscribing to a Calendar
Managing Multiple Calendars
Using Windows Meeting Space
9. Obtaining Help and Support
Using Windows Help And Support
Online Help vs. Offline Help
Browsing Through Windows Help And Support
Searching for Help Topics
Using Guided Help and Demos
Guided Help
Demos
Connecting to Another PC with Windows Remote Assistance
How Remote Assistance Works
Asking for Remote Assistance
Using Instant Messaging
Sending an Invitation
Offering Remote Assistance to Someone Else
Working in a Remote Assistance Session
Taking Control of the Novice’s Computer
Using Remote Assistance with Earlier Windows Versions
Maintaining Security
Improving 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 Prompts
Dealing with UAC Prompts
Disabling UAC—and Why You Shouldn’t
Working Around UAC Without Disabling It
Monitoring Security in Windows Vista
Blocking Intruders with Windows Firewall
Tools for Managing Windows Firewall
Using Windows Firewall in Different Network Locations
Enabling or Disabling Windows Firewall
Preventing All Incoming Traffic
Disabling Windows Firewall for Individual Connections
Allowing Connections Through the Firewall
Working with Exceptions
Creating an Exception for a Program
Opening a Port
Keeping Your System Secure with Windows Update
Using Windows Update Manually
Removing an Update
Updating More Than One Computer
Blocking Viruses and Worms with an Antivirus Program
Finding an Antivirus Program
Using an Antivirus Program
Learning More About Viruses and Virus Protection
Scanning for Viruses—Without an Antivirus Program
Stopping Spyware with Windows Defender
Scanning Your Computer for Spyware
Scanning Automatically
Scanning Manually
Using Real-Time Protection
Responding to Windows Defender Alerts
Stopping Offending Programs
Disabling Windows Defender
Controlling Your Children’s Computer Access
Configuring Parental Controls
Restricting Access to Websites
Restricting Logon Hours
Controlling Access to Games
Blocking Programs
Checking Up on Your Children’s Computer Activities
11. Managing User Accounts, Passwords, and Logons
Introducing Windows Security
Permissions and Rights
User Accounts and Security Groups
Working with User Accounts
Creating a New User Account
Changing Account Settings
Using the Guest Account for Visitors
Deleting an Account
Setting a Logon Password
Creating a Secure Password
Setting a Password
Recovering from a Lost Password
Enforcing Secure Password Practices
Managing the Logon Process
Bypassing the Logon Screen
Logging Off, Switching Users, or Locking Your Computer
What Happened to the Administrator Account?
Logging On as Administrator
Using the Administrator Account in Safe Mode
Learning About Your Own Account with Whoami
Advanced Account Setup Options
Using the Local Users and Groups Snap-In
Using the Net User and Net Localgroup Commands
Net User
Viewing User Account Information
Adding or Modifying a User Account
Deleting a User Account
Net Localgroup
Viewing Group Information
Adding or Deleting a Group
Adding or Deleting Group Members
Working 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 Adapter
Making Connections
Setting Up a Wireless Network
Understanding Security for Wireless Networks
Configuring a Wireless Access Point or Router
Connecting to a Wireless Network
Connecting to a Network Without Using a USB Flash Drive
Connecting to a Hidden Network
Setting Up Per-User Wireless Network Connections
Setting Up an Ad Hoc Network
Setting Up a Shared Internet Connection
Exploring the Network
Understanding Location Types
Changing Network Settings
Setting the Workgroup Name
Specifying the Order and Connection Properties of Preferred Wi-Fi Networks
Renaming Your Network
Removing a Network
Managing Network Connections
Setting IP Addresses
Understanding 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 Folder
Setting Advanced Sharing Properties
Managing Shared Folders
Viewing and Changing Share Properties
Understanding Administrative Shares
Creating a New Share Using the Shared Folders Snap-In
Removing a Share
Viewing and Disconnecting Sessions
Viewing and Closing Files
Accessing Shared Folders
Gaining Access to Shared Folders on Another Computer
Working with Mapped Network Folders
Mapping a Network Folder to a Drive Letter
Unmapping a Mapped Network Folder
Sharing a Printer
Setting Permissions on Shared Printers
Setting Hours of Availability and Other Options
Setting Server Properties
Command-Line Utilities for Managing Shared Resources
Net Share
Viewing Share Information
Adding or Modifying a Share
Deleting a User Share
Net Use
Viewing Connections
Adding a Mapped Network Drive
Disconnecting a Mapped Drive
Net Session
Viewing Session Information
Disconnecting a Session
Net File
Net 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 Problems
Diagnosing IP Address Problems
Repairing Your TCP/IP Configuration
Resolving 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 Modes
Working With the Enhancements Pane
Changing the Player’s Color
Using Visualizations
Tweaking Performance and Playback Options
Varying Playback Speed
Adding Surround Sound Support
Using the Graphic Equalizer and SRS WOW Effects
Tweaking Video Performance
Optimizing Streaming Media Playback
Updating 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 Library
Adding Items Automatically
Adding Items When They Are Played
Deleting 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 Options
Configuring Privacy Options
16. Playing and Organizing a Digital Music Collection - 17. Viewing, Organizing, and Sharing Digital Photos -18. Creating and Watching Movies and DVDs- 19. Using Windows Media Center - 20. Performing Routine Maintenance - 21. Tuning Up and Monitoring Performance - 22. Monitoring System Activities With Event Viewer - 23. Troubleshooting Windows Errors - 24. Recovering From a Computer Crash - 25. Managing Services - 26. Editing the Registry - 27. Advanced Internet Explorer Security and Administration - 28. Managing Disks and Drives -29. Controlling Access to Files and Folders -
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Boston, Mass. :
Safari Books Online
2006.
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0735622701 9780735622708
CL0500000007 Safari Books Online
Microsoft Windows (Computer file)
Operating systems (Computers)
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