: Joseph Moran, Kevin Otnes
: Getting StartED with Windows 7
: Apress
: 9781430225041
: 1
: CHF 23.80
:
: Allgemeines, Lexika
: English
: 416
: Wasserzeichen/DRM
: PC/MAC/eReader/Tablet
: PDF

Windows 7 is the best release of Windows yet. It’s easier to use, more fun, and is a worthwhile jump from Windows XP and Windows Vista.Getting Started with Windows 7 is written for new and experienced computer users alike, to help them use Windows 7 AND have fun! This book:

  • Provides an easy-to-read style and tone without overwhelming technical jargon.
  • Walks through common and uncommon tasks with step-by-step procedures, including over 300 screen shots and figures.
  • Includes ExplainED, AdvancED, and LinkED tips for additional explanations, handy tips, and related information.
  • Explains how to protect yourself and your computer with User Accounts, Security, Backup and Recovery, and good practices.
  • Helps you move from earlier versions of Windows to Windows 7, by exploring the improved navigation and desktop, personalization features, and easy migration from an older computer using the Windows Easy Transfer.
  • Explains how to set up your own Home Network to share files, storage, printers, and Internet access between Windows 7, Windows XP, and Windows Vista computers. connect Windows 7 computers with each other using HomeGroup.

If you’ve made the jump from Windows XP or Vista, or you are considering it,Getting Started with Windows 7 is your guide to success with Windows.



Joseph Moran is a veteran technology writer who spent more than six years as an editor and analyst with Ziff-Davis Publishing, and several more as a corporate IT manager and consultant specializing in services for consumers and small businesses. Over the past several decades he's written extensively for numerous print and online publications, and is the co-author of two previous books on Windows: How to Use Windows NT 4 Workstation, and Getting Started with Windows 7.
Contents at a Glance5
Contents6
About the Authors14
Introduction17
Navigating Windows 721
The Start menu21
The taskbar34
Manipulating windows with the mouse44
Browsing open windows with the keyboard49
Summary52
Managing User Accounts53
Exploring Windows 7 account types54
Creating a user account55
Using the guest account57
Logging off an account58
Switching between accounts59
Setting up account passwords62
Creating a password reset disk66
Using Parental Controls71
Summary75
Working with Files and Folders76
Browsing storage devices76
Using libraries82
Using Windows search89
Summary105
Personalizing Windows 7106
Personalizing your login screen106
Personalizing your desktop112
Setting up your screen saver117
Making your screen easier to view and read121
Cleaning up and organizing your desktop127
Customizing your computer sounds134
Customizing Windows for visual, audio, mobility, or cognitive needs138
Customizing program preferences and personal information140
Summary140
Fixing Problems from A to Ctrl+ Z142
Using Windows 7 to fix problems142
Fixing things at the document level180
Getting help from within Windows182
Accessing Help and Support183
Summary184
Protecting Your Data186
Backup types186
Choosing a backup storage device188
Creating automatic file and system image backups189
Creating a system image manually195
Creating a system repair disc198
Restoring data from backups199
Summary210
Creating a Home Network211
Checking your current network connections211
Connecting to the Internet213
Connecting to a homegroup223
Sharing printers on a home network233
Sharing files with computers or devices that are not part of a homegroup248
Enhancing network security263
Summary266
Using Windows 7 Programs267
Using Internet Explorer267
Using Windows Media Player275
Using WordPad278
Using Windows Photo Viewer279
Using Windows Fax and Scan280
Using Calculator287
Using Sticky Notes287
Exploring the Windows Media Center289
Using gadgets290
Finding games to play292
Exploring Windows Live Essentials293
Configuring default programs295
Changing AutoPlay settings299
Installing programs301
Uninstalling programs303
Turning off Windows 7 programs305
Summary307
Safeguarding Your Computer309
Setting up your computer for protection from logon to logoff309
Security features that protect your computer315
Checking the security status of your computer316
Adjusting Windows Update319
Adjusting Windows Firewall settings326
Protecting against spyware332
Choosing an antivirus program339
Surfing the Internet and exchanging e-mail safely347
Security check list349
Summary350
Moving Files and Settings to Your Windows 7 Computer352
Moving to a new computer: the big picture352
Understanding Windows Easy Transfer354
Using Windows Easy Transfer for a Windows upgrade installation on the same computer355
Preparing to move to the new computer356
Transferring files with an Easy Transfer cable363
Transferring files and settings via a network in real time380
Using a USB flash drive, external hard disk, or network location for Windows Easy Transfer385
Carrying out post-migration tasks392
Using alternatives to Windows Easy Transfer393
What to do with your old PC393
Exploring related information394
Summary395
Index396