Windows XP in an Instant [Paperback]

Ruth Maran (Author)

Book Description

Series: In an Instant | Publication Date: September 1, 2001

Using the award-winning Visual® learning system, this compact, value-priced guide shows visual learners like you how to get up and running on the core program features in Windows XP -- features you'll use over and over again. Concise, step-by-step instructions and consistent placement of elements make for fast learning of essential Windows XP tasks. Windows XP in an Instant covers the most popular features of Windows XP, including the new user-friendly interface; enhanced Start menu with visual cues and listing of most visited applications; My Pictures, a tool for organizing, viewing, and printing digital images; My Music, a digital music organizer that lets the user view his/her music catalog by artist, album, track number, or album cover; and Media Player 8, a combo DVD, video, and music player.

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From the Back Cover

Are you a visual learner who needs results — right away? Do you prefer to focus on the essentials — and skip the bells and whistles? If so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you'll find extra-large, step-by-step screen shots that show you how to tackle over 100 key Windows XP tasks, from copying files to a CD and using the Photo Printing Wizard to setting up a home network and getting remote assistance.

• Fast coverage of the essentials helps you get right to work
• Focused two-page lessons cover a single task
• Visual format shows you step by step how it's done

in aninstant "I bought two of your books from a local bookstore, and it was the best investment I ever made!" — Jeff Eastman (West Des Moines, IA)

About the Author

Ruth Maran is the Author and Architect of maranGraphics books. She creates the words and structure that are the basis for the books.

Product Details

• Paperback: 264 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; illustrated edition edition (September 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764536257
• ISBN-13: 978-0764536250
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,338,967 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great for new users, December 26, 2003

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Mark Burrill (Seattle, WA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Windows XP in an Instant (Paperback)

I started giving this book away as a gift over a year ago. However, I just recently sat down and took the time to read it cover to cover. This is a great book for 1.) new computer users, 2.) new Windows XP users, 3.) visual learners, and 4.) children. Windows XP In An Instant is an excellent introduction to XP (both versions). I found the book to be simple and concise and it includes voluminous screen shots of almost every topic covered. This is NOT a book for advanced users. The main thing you should know about this book is it clearly explains (with photos) the top 100 tasks you probably want to do with your XP computer. The material is well organized and easily accessible. A must have learning and reference tool for anyone new to XP.

6 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars READ THE WINDOWS XP BOX, December 17, 2001

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G. Lynch "wheelerdealer" (Spring Creek, Nevada, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Windows XP in an Instant (Paperback)

Reading the Windows XP box gives you as much information as this book. A total waste of money if you buy it. Office Max gave me one just to get rid of it.