Product Description

What′s new in Windows Vista? Everything! Be among the first to master the much–anticipated new Microsoft Windows Vista operating system. Bestselling author Alan Simpson has packed this ultimate resource with the comprehensive information you need to get the most out of this exciting new OS. From thorough coverage of the basics through advanced topics such as setting up security, building a home office network, and DVD authoring, this go–to reference is your perfect Vista resource.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #322801 in Books
• Published on: 2007-01-24
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 1224 pages

From the Back Cover
What′s new in Windows Vista? Everything.

Be among the first to master the much–anticipated new Microsoft Windows Vista operating system. From bestselling author Alan Simpson comes the Alan Simpson′s Windows Vista Bible, and it′s packed with the comprehensive detail you need to get the most out of this exciting new OS. From thorough coverage of the basics through advanced topics such as setting up security, building a home office network, and DVD authoring, this go–to reference is your perfect Vista resource.

• Explore Vista′s new user interface and security features
• Manage folders, printing, faxing, and scanning
• Save important files with new Backup and Restore Center
• View and manage photos and videos in a single location
• Create your own DVDs with new authoring tools
• Tweak hardware, troubleshoot issues, and tune performance
• Network two or more PCs and share files

Alan Simpson
"The new Windows Vista is packed with what you need to get the most out of your new computer, and my new Bible tells you where to find it all. I′ll show you how to set up e–mail, join your favorite online groups, set parental controls—even make your own CDs and DVDs. And you′ll love the powerful new Windows Vista Search feature. You can find messages, files—everything—without navigating through a bunch of folders."

About the Author
Alan Simpson is an award–winning computer book author with some 120 published books to his credit. His books are published in many languages throughout the world and have sold millions of copies. Alan is best known for his light, conversational writing style and clear jargon–free approach to dealing with technical topics. Prior to writing books full time, Alan taught introductory and advanced computer programming courses at San Diego State University and University of California, San Diego Extension. He also worked as a freelance programmer and computer consultant. He maintains the www.coolnerds.com Web site (when time permits) and can be reached via that Web site.

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