Windows XP for Dummies

By Andy Rathbone

Book Overview

Windows XP is the most powerful of Microsoft's Windows software - software that's been updated many times since starting to breathe in January 1985. XP is short for Experience, but Microsoft calls it Windows XP to give it a more modern-day, "at-this-happening-moment" sound. Someday, sometime, something in Windows XP will eventually leave you scratching your head. No other program brings so many buttons, bars, and babble to the screen. Windows XP For Dummies is for everyone who has a clue about what they want to do with their computers. Bypassing the technical hoopla, this friendly reference comes to the rescue when Windows XP stumps you or when you're feeling spunky and want to dig into deeper details of the ever-popular operating system. In either case, you can expect to pick up information on Finding the file you saved or downloaded yesterday Moving those little windows around on the screen with the mouse Making Windows XP run like your older versions of Windows Starting and closing programs by clicking the mouse button Making Windows XP work again when it's misbehaving Beginning with the basics, this book explains all the Windows XP stuff that everybody thinks they already know - until the program starts tossing them stumbling blocks. Windows XP For Dummies clears the way to Navigating the new Start menu and taskbar with ease Setting up a secure Internet connection Having a good time with digital photos, music, and videos Personalizing XP for each member of your family Fixing common problems using System Restore and online resources Most people meet up with Windows XP by something other than choice. Their new computer probably came with a version already installed; maybe the workplace introduced a Windows XP update; or perhaps the latest version of their favorite program required Windows XP. Any in case, Windows XP For Dummies helps you adjust easily to the new Windows kid in town - and even enjoy his company

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764508938
• ISBN13: 9780764508936
• Release Date: September 2001
• Publisher: Wiley Publishing
• Length: 408 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.2" x 0.9" x 7.5"

Customer Reviews

Great book for Beginners

Bought the book for my mother-in-law since she purchased a laptop. This helped her out to fully understand the fundamentals of Window XP. She has been surfing on her own. I recommend this for a beginner.

Windows XP For Dummies, 2nd Edition

I did not think upgrading from Windows 98SE to Windows XP would be very difficult and although it was not impossible, it was nerve-racking. The Dummies book has definitely calmed my nerves. It is easy to find the problem or question you have and the book is written in easy to understand language so your problems or questions are solved or answered quickly.

Solve all your XP problems

This isn't the sort of book you just pick up and read. This is the kind of book you grab in an emergency and it helps solve your computer problem. Wonderful as a reference on performing tasks you aren't familiar with. I Consider this book a "necessity". Even though I am somewhat computer savvy, this book still is needed for unusual jobs you might not do on a daily basis. If you have an XP computer, you need this book.

funny, but informative

Using Windows XP is much easier after reading this book, and be prepared to laugh a little. The author makes this book very informative and fun all at the same time. Most educational books are DULL, but not this one. Buy this book!!! ...

Great help with new Windows

Windows 98 For Dummies helped me figure out my way around my first computer. When I bought a new computer with a new Windows, I was lost again. I went back to the book that helped me the first time and quickly figured out how to use xp. This book was just what I needed.