Special Edition Using Windows 98 Second Edition covers new features such as Internet Explorer 5 and Internet Connection Sharing. Now that Windows 98 has been available for over a year, many new insightful tips have been discovered that weren't known at the time of the original release. This book highlights those tips, providing exclusive and unique information that isn't readily found elsewhere. Each chapter has an added section covering a key related utility or third-party software package. See how to go beyond the basics and get more productive using WinZip for file compression and archiving, McAfee AntiVirus, Y2K Testing software to check the system BIOS, QuickView Plus for viewing files of almost any type, Web search utilities, and much more! A different utility relating to the topic of the chapter is covered at the end of every chapter.
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Windows 98, Second Edition, is the fastest and most capable version of Microsoft's consumer operating system, short of Windows Millennium Edition (a.k.a. Windows Me). The oddly titled Special Edition Using Microsoft Windows 98, Second Edition, documents most aspects of the operating system fully and in about as much detail as anyone (short of a knowledgeable power user or network administrator) could want.
This book is largely a reprint of its predecessor (which stands to reason, since many of the improvements to Windows 98 SE are under-the-hood performance tweaks such as improved hardware support) and retains the earlier edition's excellent prose. It's well suited to anyone who suspects Windows can be made to do something but needs help figuring out how.
Most of the new material deals with the Internet Explorer 5 suite, which didn't ship with the first Windows 98 release. The Internet tools get clear, easy-to-follow coverage. The book does have one glaring problem: it makes no mention of Internet Connection Sharing, one of Windows 98 SE's chief attractions. A book about Windows 98 SE really ought to cover this useful feature. But on balance, if you don't already have a Windows 98 book and you don't need to configure a machine for Internet sharing, this book is a decent choice. --David Wall
Topics covered: Most features of Microsoft Windows 98 SE (including its means of managing files, running applications, displaying data, and connecting to networks), including the Internet. The members of the Internet Explorer 5 suite--Outlook Express, Internet Explorer, FrontPage Express, NetMeeting, and the rest--get lots of attention.
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Special Edition Using Windows 98 is the best core reference / tutorial book available. The Special Edition Using series continuous state of evolution and improvement for over the last ten years makes them the most customer focused and highly refined books availableThis title provides readers with the most comprehensive, relevant and understandable reference to Windows 98This new edition features complete coverage of all new Windows 98 features including Internet Explorer 4.0, the Active Desktop, and Shell IntegrationThe book is two color, features a new, more effective design, handy task-reference tear cards, a wealth of productivity-boosting tips, notes and cautions as well as a very strong collection of valuable software on the CD-ROM - New edition of industry's #1 selling Windows core reference/tutorial -
- with 460,000 copies sold world wide as of 6/97
- Completely updated to cover everything new in Windows 98 including Internet Explorer 4.0, the Active Desktop, Dynamic HTML and Shell Integration options.
- Provides readers with more answers and step-by-step solutions than any other title on the market --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great book and a terrific resource,
By Michael Mahler (mahlerm@mediaone.net) (Venice, CA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Special Edition Using Windows 98 (Paperback)
I bought this book and one other when I upgraded to Windows 98. This book has paid for itself several times over, while the other book was practically useless. Whenever I have run into a problem or have a question, instead of calling an expert friend or tech support, I have picked-up this book and have found the answers I need. It was a great help during installation, and clearly explains the various Windows 98 settings and features. The coverage of Internet Explorer 4 and the various other Windows applications (like Outlook Express) has been terrific. Now my friends think I'm an expert. I can't recommend this book enough.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
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Comprehensive and independent,
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This review is from: Special Edition Using Windows 98 (Paperback)
I had lots of questions when I upgraded to Windows 98. This book answered every one of them. I was especially impressed with the details on using FAT32 and the Active Desktop. I've seen books from Microsoft Press, too, but I prefer this one. Why? Because it's independent. I don't trust Microsoft to admit that there are bugs or problems with Windows or Internet Explorer. This book doesn't have to follow the Microsoft party line, so I trust the authors when they tell me how to handle ActiveX components and Java applets. I'm glad I bought this book. I recommend it to anyone who wants to become a power user.
16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Well written reference,
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This review is from: Special Edition Using Windows 98 (Paperback)
This book gave me all the answers I needed. It was refreshing to finally find a book that seems to be written for Windows 98 instead of just a rehash of Windows 95 information. This book is a well-written, comprehensive and valuable reference for the beginner as well as the more advanced reader.
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