The Complete Idiot's Guide to Microsoft Windows XP, 2nd Edition (Paperback)

by Paul McFedries (Author) "Over the past few years, whenever Microsoft shipped yet another new version of Windows, the release was greeted by an ever-louder chorus of yawns..." (more)
Key Phrases: jargon jar, check box activated, final wizard dialog box, Outlook Express, Internet Explorer, Windows Wisdom (more...)

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Product Description
Computer users can breathe easier when they open Windows XP.

Tossing technical jargon out the window, this newly revised edition of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Windows XP presents easy-to-understand, step-by-step methods of navigating the Windows XP operating system, providing lots of useful examples to illustrate the many uses of the system. Inside, readers will find:

• Instructions on how to maintain and troubleshoot Windows XP, including a "10-Step" maintenance program—and new information on how to perform simple "hacks"
• Up-to-date coverage of Windows XP, including critical information on Service Pack 2
• Extensive coverage of Windows XP’s graphic programs, including working with images, obtaining pictures from a scanner and digital camera, using Media Player, and more
• Special emphasis on Windows XP’s Internet features such as Internet Explorer, Outlook Express, and security features built into XP

From the Back Cover

Become a Windows XPert in no time! You're no idiot, of course. You're computer literate, but it seems you need a Ph.D. in Geek Speak to read most books on Windows XP. Don't worry! You don't have to learn another language to understand The Complete Idiot's Guide ® to Windows XP. This is not a book for those who think the pocket protector is the height of fashion. Written for anyone who may be the proud yet bewildered new user of Windows XP, this Complete Idiot's Guide give you: @BULLET1=Advise to help you master the basics of navigating Windows XP. @BULLET2=Information on all the new Windows XP features, including the new interface and the latest versions of Internet Explorer and Outlook Express. @BULLET3=Ways to put Windows Media Player 8, the new digital media features, and other cool applications to work for you. @BULLET4=Excellent instruction on how to set up and maintain a network using Windows XP. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 400 pages
• Publisher: Alpha; 2 edition (January 4, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592570844
• ISBN-13: 978-1592570843
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #638,183 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sick of your computer,feeling out of your depth,ready to give up. I know exactly how you feel ,and then I read this book., January 24, 2007

By	A. Harvie (England) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

this guide does not assume as so many others do,that you have some understanding of computers. Paul McFedries knows computers inside out,but his greatest achievement is that he knows you do not,so he starts right at the very beginning, he knows you are going to make mistakes and,he leads you through these,explaining in a very amusing style the confusing language of computers, allowing you all the time in the world to practise.If you cannot make your computer do what you want it to then this book really is for you. You don,t understand now but you will

4.0 out of 5 stars Help for non-techies!, June 25, 2009

By	Karen L. French "student of history" (Pa) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Windows XP (Paperback)

This book is easy to read and use for those who are new to the computer and are not familiar with all the technical terms that go along with it. It is not exhaustive but will get you through the basics and help you with simple problems that will come up. I have referred to it often, and I really enjoy his humor. He makes figuring out the computer fun!

5 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book, and the foreword is great, April 12, 2005

By	Joe DeRouen (Rogers, AR USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Okay, so I'm the guy who wrote the foreword - that doesn't mean I'm totally biased, does it? Paul McFedries put together a thoughtful, easy-to-read, helpful tome on everything WinXP. If you're a newbie to the OS or a grizzled veteran just looking for a few pointers, this book will more than do the job.