Let Andy Rathbone demystify Microsoft's newest operating system, from explaining what exactly Windows Me is to the new features worth reviewing.

Microsoft Windows Me For Dummies boils down to this simple fact: Some people want to be Windows wizards. They sit in front of their computers randomly pressing keys, hoping to stumble onto a hidden, undocumented feature. And you? Well, you’re no dummy, that’s for sure. But when it comes to Windows and computers, the fascination just isn’t there. You just want to get your work done, feed the cat, and relax for a while. And there’s nothing wrong with that. That’s where this book comes in. Instead of becoming a Windows Me expert, you’ll know just enough to get by quickly, cleanly, and with a minimum of pain so that you can move on to the more pleasant things in life. Don’t try to read this book in one sitting. Instead, treat it like a dictionary or an encyclopedia. Turn to the page with the information you need, then put down the book and move on. Don’t bother trying to remember all the Windows Me buzzwords, leave that stuff for the computer gurus. In fact, if anything technical comes up in a chapter, a road sign warns you well in advance. That way, you can either slow down to read it or speed on around it. You won’t find any fancy computer jargon in Microsoft Windows Me For Dummies. Instead, you’ll find subjects like these, discussed in plain old English: Why did they choose a dumb name like “Windows Me”? Finding the file you saved yesterday Moving those little windows around on the screen with the mouse Making Windows Me run a little better Performing chores in Windows Me that you used to do in older versions of Windows Starting and closing programs by clicking the mouse button In Microsoft Windows Me For Dummies, there’s nothing to memorize and nothing to learn. Just turn to the right page, read the brief explanation, and get back to work. Unlike other books, this one enables you to bypass the technical hoopla and still get your work done.

This book shows Windows ME users how to get online--the fun and easy way. Step-by-step tips on using the Millennium Edition's newest features, such as simplified connection sharing, connection wizards, and updated Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer, provide users with the ultimate Internet first aid kit. The book also covers pointers for chatting online, using e-mail, and searching the Web.

Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition) makes home networking easier than ever. You can connect multiple computers to share files, printers, an Internet connection, and more. Don't let the word "networking" intimidate you, however. With Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition) For Dummies Quick Reference at your fingertips, you'll be a Windows whiz in no time. This handy guide is right for you if Your computer crashes a lot when using Windows 95 or Windows 98 (it may be time to upgrade) You just got a new computer with Windows Me preinstalled and don't know what to do with it You already use Windows Me and want to know more about its advanced features You want quick, accessible answers to questions about Windows Me Windows Me offers quite a few improvements over earlier versions; features such as Windows Movie Maker and Windows Media Player are entertaining, to say the least. Here's a peek at just the type of quick, "get-in, get-out" information that you'll find in Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition) For Dummies Quick Reference: Communicating via Outlook Express, instant messaging, chats, and video conferencing Viewing television channels Browsing the Web Mastering Windows basics such as renaming or deleting files and folders Controlling desktop icons, adding and removing software and printers Launching programs Playing Internet games Using Windows accessories such as Notepad, Paint, Disk Cleanup, and Calculator Making changes to your computer settings by using the Control Panel Author Greg Harvey has written numerous technical books, including the best-selling Excel 2003 For Dummies and Windows XP For Dummies Quick Reference.

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