Product Description

The smart way to learn the latest version of Microsoft Windows--one step at a time! Work at your own pace through the easy numbered steps, practice files on CD, helpful hints, and troubleshooting help to master the fundamentals of working with Windows Vista, including how to navigate the new user interface and how to use the new search features for finding anything on your desktop. You will learn how to manage files and folders to simplify your work, easily add or remove programs, hook up printers and other devices, and set up your Internet connection, email, and instant messaging. You will also discover how to use security-enhanced features to help protect your PC, as well as how to share your computer while still helping keep personal settings and files private. You'll even learn how to enjoy all your favorite entertainment--music, pictures, and more--all in one place. With STEP BY STEP, you can take just the lessons you need or work from cover to cover. Either way, you drive the instruction--building and practicing the skills you need, just when you need them!

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #63087 in Books
• Brand: Microsoft
• Published on: 2006-12-20
• Platform: No Operating System
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 2.07 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 464 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9780735622692
• Condition: USED - VERY GOOD
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From the Publisher
Key Book Benefits:

-Learn how to use Microsoft Windows Vista by taking just the lessons you need or by working from cover to cover--you set the pace -Includes coverage of all core Windows features and highlights new and enhanced capabilities -Features easy-to-follow lessons and hands-on skill-building exercises -Includes a companion CD with practice files and other resources

About the Author
Joan Preppernau is the author of over a dozen books about Windows and Office, including the popular Microsoft Windows XP Step by Step. Having learned about computers literally at her father's knee, Joan's wide-ranging experiences in various facets of the computer industry contribute to her enthusiasm for producing interesting, useful, and understandable training materials. Joan is the President of Online Training Solutions, Inc. (OTSI) and an avid telecommuter. The power of the Internet and an obsession with technology have made it possible for Joan to live and work in New Zealand, Sweden, Denmark, and various locations in the US during the past 15 years. Having finally discovered the delights of a daily dose of sunshine, Joan has recently settled in San Diego with her husband, Barry, and their daughter, Trinity.

Joyce Cox has over 20 years' experience in the development of training materials about technical subjects for non-technical audiences, and is the author of dozens of books about Office and Windows technologies. Joyce is the Vice President of Online Training Solutions, Inc. (OTSI). She was President of and principle author for Online Press, where she developed the Quick Course series of computer training books for beginning and intermediate adult learners. She was also the first managing editor of Microsoft Press, an editor for Sybex, and an editor for the University of California.

Customer Reviews

Microsoft Windows Vista Step by Step
Although initially intimidated about getting started with Vista, my fears eased as I got further and further into this very easy to understand guide. My confidence increased as I worked through the exercises on the CD. Joan Preppernau's style is friendly and approachable. She was always one step ahead of me in anticipation of the questions I had. If you have Vista, this book is a "must have."

Vista Tutoring
This book is a good guide to the Vista operating system for someone with only a smattering of knowledge about the subject. It's clearly written in a rational manner, so I liked it a lot. Expect an occasional exasperating experience when you find the Vista coding has been changed since the book was written. I had to keep reminding myself that the atrocious features of the Vista system are not the fault of the book--it only reports what the system is doing.

Really helpful exercises and as a reference book
I found this book to be very helpful. It doesn't just give you the steps to do little tasks like some of the other books I looked at; it explains the features and why you would use them, and shows you how to do things from start to finish. It also has a lot of helpful hints that aren't related to the exercises--last night my husband installed Vista Business Edition and couldn't find a feature he wanted, and I was able to find the solution immediately in this book.