This book puts visual learners at ease by showing them how to maximize the new Windows features and interface Concise explanations walk readers through more than 150 Windows Vista tasks, covering everything from customizing their desktop to maintaining Windows Vista and networking with another computer or printer Explores the new interface and folder organization system of Vista, both of which enable users to find documents and files more easily than ever Covers the latest release of MovieMaker, Media Player, Internet Explorer, and the new Media Center feature added to Vista Features full-color screenshots and clear, step-by-step instructions

Are you a visual learner? Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something — and skip the long-winded explanations? If so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you'll find clear, step-by-step screen shots that show you how to tackle more than 135 basic computer tasks. Each task-based spread includes easy, visual directions for performing necessary operations, including: Comparing types of computers Selecting memory and storage options Using Windows® or Mac OS® X Working with digital media Exploring e-mail and the Web Protecting your privacy online Helpful sidebars offer practical tips and tricks Full-color screen shots demonstrate each task Succinct explanations walk you through step by step Two-page lessons break big topics into bite-sized modules

A guide to Microsoft Windows home server covers such topics as networking computers, setting up user accounts, using Windows home server storage, sharing files, working with digital media, making a remote connection, and working with computer backups.

'Windows Vista' teaches users the top 100 tips, tricks, and techniques for getting more done in less time. It covers the new interface, easier to navigate folder design, and updated versions of Internet Explorer, Media Player, and MovieMaker.

Vista is the brave new world of Microsoft Windows computing, and with it, what once was old, is new again. In just a short time, Sams Teach Yourself Windows Vista All in One will have you up and running with this new, must-have Windows operating system. Using a straightforward, step-by-step approach, each lesson builds upon a real-world foundation forged in both technology and everyday user scenarios, allowing you to learn the essentials of Windows Vista from the ground up. If you’re a pro or a newcomer to Windows, you have in your hands the book you need to make the most of Vista with the least effort possible. Step-by-step instructions carefully walk you through the most common questions, issues, and tasks, and you’ll learn the extra under-the-hood features that enable you to leverage Windows even more. Learn how to… • Do more with Windows Vista in less time • Quickly start using Vista’s new user interface like a pro • Leverage the power of Vista’s new Aero graphics • Keep often-used tools and utilities handy by adding Gadgets to your new Windows Sidebar • Manage your digital picture library with Windows Photo Gallery • Utilize Vista’s Explorer windows to quickly get to data you need • Master Vista’s new Instant Search feature, so your files no longer get lost in the shuffle • Use the new Windows Media Player 11 to manage both your music and video collections • Automate routine Windows tasks so your computer works while you sleep • Improve security with Vista’s state-of-the-art Windows Defender • Easily optimize your disk’s files and folders and configure your home network • Protect your valuable data with Vista’s Backup and Restore Center • Surf the ’Net with tabbed browsing, manage RSS feeds, and more, using the new Internet Explorer 7

An introduction to Windows Vista, this title covers the new features, including interface, a Media Player that plays video, DVD, and music, and the new and improved Internet Explorer.

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The visual way to get up to speed on Access 2010 It's one thing to gain access to Access. It's another thing entirely to figure out how to do all the things you want to do in Access, because the software is not all that intuitive. This full-color guide clearly shows you how to get the most out of Access 2010, including how to enter new records; create, edit, and design tables and forms; organize, analyze, and share data; generate concise reports; and much more. With pages of step-by-step instructions, graphics, and helpful advice, this is the visual learner's Access book-keep this on your desk and flip to what you need, any time! Explores the very latest features, functions, and tools of Access 2010, a database software tool that is part of the new Microsoft Office 2010 Teaches you how to enter new records and create, edit, and design tables and forms Explains how to organize, analyze, and share data; generate concise reports; add smart tags to tables, save backup copies of your data; and more Demonstrates through step-by-step instructions and numerous, full-color screen shots and graphics, so you can see exactly how to perform tasks This unparalleled book contains everything you need to know to use Access 2010 effectively.

Master the new version of Microsoft Office with this easy, visual guide The popular Microsoft Office suite has been revamped to provide new features, including Web applications that can be accessed from anywhere and a new, streamlined Ribbon. If you learn better with visual instructions, this full-color guide is just what you need. Covering Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, and Publisher, this book is filled with step-by-step instructions and full-color screen shots that show you exactly what you'll see at each step. You'll also get instruction on the new Office Internet and graphics tools, as well as how to tackle dozens of common tasks in each application. Ideal for visual learners, this guide covers the entire Office suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, and Publisher Introduces the new Microsoft Office features, including Office Internet and graphics tools Provides step-by-step instructions for common tasks in each application Full-color screen shots illustrate what you see on the screen every step of the way Teach Yourself VISUALLY Office 2010 gets you up and running with Office 2010 quickly and easily, so you can take advantage of all the enhanced features.

Are you a visual learner? Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something - and skip the long-winded explanations? If so, then this book is for you. Open it up, and you will find clear, step-by-step screen shots that show you how to tackle more than 170 Access 2007 tasks. Each task-based spread includes easy, visual directions for performing necessary operations, including * Navigating the new interface * Using templates to create databases * Entering and editing data * Working with tables and fields * Creating simple or summary queries * Linking to Excel(r) worksheets * Helpful sidebars offer practical tips and tricks * Full-color screen shots demonstrate each task * Succinct explanations walk you through step by step * Two-page lessons break big topics into bite-sized modules