Windows Vista Inside Out (Inside Out (Microsoft))

Windows Vista Inside Out (Inside Out (Microsoft))
by Carl Siechert, Craig Stinson, Ed Bott

Windows Vista Inside Out (Inside Out (Microsoft))
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Author: Carl Siechert, Craig Stinson, Ed Bott
Brand: Microsoft
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-01-18
ISBN: 0735622701
Number of pages: 1132
Publisher: Microsoft Press
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Book Review: Excellent Title for End-Users
Summary: 5 Stars

If you're an administrator and are looking for a title to give you an edge on configuring, managing, deploying, etc. Vista, this title isn't for you; the Windows Vista(TM) Resource Kit is what you're looking for. This book is for average users new to Vista who want to familiarize themselves with the new OS and the bundled applications.

For the most part, the first 9 chapters cover the basics of Vista insofar as the user experience is concerned, concentrating on configuration, getting your plug and play hardware to work, understanding and using the embedded software, and using the provided support tools to help yourself and your friends. The coverage in this area is very complete, well written and easy to follow, with very little missing insofar as things "you should know". Although separated by a few chapters, chapters 15 thru 19 continue this coverage with information about the digital media (pictures, video, and music) tools included (Windows Media Player, Photo Gallery, Movie Maker, Media Center, and DVD Maker).

Chapters 10 thru 14 deal primarily with security and in-home networking. These sections include understanding what viruses, worms, and spyware are, reviewing the security tools and utilities in Vista that can protect you from these kinds of threats, and keeping your system updated. This is followed by an overview of local account management and parental controls, and finally setting up a peer to peer network and sharing resources. Again, all these sections are very well written and make it easy for those that might be uncomfortable with these areas to read and implement successfully.

The remaining chapters step up the technical level to include information on system maintenance, system tune-ups, troubleshooting tools, service management, as well as the registry. Many of these topics, if not properly explained, can cause the reader to have issues with their system when not properly implemented, but the authors have done a good job of explaining the what's and how's, as well as providing good recommendations on when to not do something.

If you're looking for a good end-user book to teach you the basics of Vista and then advance your skills on the OS, this is an excellent and inclusive read that won't leave you looking for additional materials later on.

Summary of Windows Vista Inside Out (Inside Out (Microsoft))

You?re beyond the basics, so dive right in and really put your PC to work! This supremely organized reference is packed with hundreds of timesaving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and workarounds. It?s all muscle and no fluff. Discover how the experts tackle Windows Vista—and challenge yourself to new levels of mastery!

  • Explore features and capabilities in each edition of Windows Vista
  • Configure and customize your system with advanced setup options
  • Manage files, folders, and media libraries with new search and organization features
  • Set up a wired or wireless network and manage shared resources
  • Administer accounts, passwords, and logons—and help control access to resources
  • Configure Windows Internet Explorer settings and security zones
  • Master security essentials to help protect against viruses, worms, and spyware
  • Troubleshoot errors and fine-tune performance
  • Automate routine maintenance with scripts and other tools

CD includes:

  • Fully searchable eBook
  • Downloadable gadgets and other tools for customizing Windows Vista
  • Insights direct from the product team on the official Windows Vista blog
  • Links to the latest security updates and products, demos, blogs, and user communities
  • Windows Vista Product Guide eReference and other eBooks

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