Look beyond the hype–new and noteworthy and what Vista really means for tomorrow’s desktop. Covers the Beta 2 release of Windows® Vista An unbiased, unvarnished sneak peek at everything that’s new, noteworthy, and ready for prime time in Windows Vista. Microsoft Windows Vista Unveiled is an in-depth exploration of the public release Beta 2 version of Windows Vista, Microsoft’s next major operating system and the successor to Windows XP. Whether you’re just planning ahead for a future upgrade or running Beta 2 already, Microsoft Windows Vista Unveiled takes you on a detailed tour of all the new and improved technologies, features, tools, and programs that Microsoft programmers have stitched into the Vista fabric. You will learn not only what features are new in Vista, but also why they’re important (or not), who they were designed for, and how they will affect your computing life. The goal of this book is to give you an exhaustive sneak preview of Vista’s innovations and changes so that by the end of the book you should know whether Vista is for you and what you can expect when you sit down in front of this new operating system. Here’s what you’ll find inside… In-depth coverage of all the new and improved Windows Vista tools and technologies A tour of the new Windows Vista interface, including Aero Glass What hardware you need to get the most out of Windows Vista Vista’s file system improvements, including tags, Quick Search, and virtual folders A review of Vista’s new performance and stability features A critical look at the beefed-up security features, including Windows Defender, the new Firewall, and User Account Control A complete look at Vista’s totally redesigned networking tools In-depth coverage of Vista’s new and improved tools for notebooks and Tablet PCs, digital media, and gaming Paul McFedries is the president of Logophilia Limited, a technical writing company. He has been working with computers for more than 30 years, has been using Microsoft Windows since version 1, and is widely viewed as an expert in explaining Windows and Windows technology. Paul has written more than 40 books that have sold nearly three million copies worldwide, including Microsoft Windows Vista Unleashed, available January 2007.

Journeys inside Windows Vista to explain how to get the most out of the operating system, discussing its key components and features and discusses installation, multimedia applications, networking, Web integration, Internet Explorer 7, and other essential topics.

All over the world, Windows gurus have been working overtime to uncover the hottest new Windows Vista tips, tricks, and tweaks. Now, J. Peter Bruzzese has collected all their best discoveries in one place: Tricks of the Microsoft® Windows VistaTM Masters! Bruzzese has interviewed top Windows professionals, instructors, and power users; scoured the Web (so you won't have to); and rigorously tested every single tip. Only the most valuable tips tecnhiques and tips made the cut to improve your efficiency, take total control of your digital media and data; use Internet Explorer 7, Windows Mail, and Calendar; configure Windows Defender and Firewall; avoid, troubleshoot, and fix problems; make Windows Vista work better, faster, smarter, safer, and more fun too! Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1 General Tips and Tricks of the Masters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 2 Mastering the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 3 Mastering Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 4 Security Enhancements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 5 Disk Configuration and Volume Tricks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 6 Office 2007 Tricks for Vista Masters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 7 Master Vista Networking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 8 System Recovery and Diagnostic Tricks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 9 Mastering the New Vista Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297 10 Group Policy Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339

With the lackluster performace of Vista, many Windows users are still using XP, an operating system that is nearly 10 years old. Windows 7 is already receiving accolades and support from staunch Mac OS supporters. Windows 7 comes with a whole new structure and Windows 7 Unveiled will help both XP users as well as those currently on Vista, to catch up to speed fast. This book explores the new features and functions found in Microsoft latest operating system. This book provides all the information needed to evaluate making the leap, or just getting proficient with the new OS. Expert Windows author J. Peter Bruzzese helps readers fill the knowledge gap with this easy flowing, 10 chapter book that hits all the highlights such as: The New User Account Control Slider Settings The Action Center Jump Lists Internet Explorer 8 Features HomeGroups Special R2 Only Features And Much, Much More!

Digital Media and Innovation, by Richard A. Gershon, takes an in-depth look at how smart, creative companies have transformed the business of media and telecommunications by introducing unique and original products and services. Today's media managers are faced with the same basic question: what are the best methods for staying competitive over time? In one word: innovation. From electronic commerce (Amazon, Google) to music and video streaming (Apple, Pandora, and Netflix), digital media has transformed the business of retail selling and personal lifestyle. This text will introduce current and future media industry professionals to the people, companies, and strategies that have proven to be real game changers by offering the marketplace a unique value proposition for the consumer.

Mike Meyers' Guide to Supporting Windows 7 for CompTIA A+ Certification, Exams 220-701 & 220-702 Get the latest information on the new Windows 7 topics and questions added to CompTIA A+ exams 220-701 and 220-702. A must-have companion to CompTIA A+ All-in-One Exam Guide, Seventh Edition and Mike Meyers' CompTIA A+ Guide to Managing and Troubleshooting PCs, Third Edition, this book focuses on the new exam objectives. Mike Meyers' Guide to Supporting Windows 7 for CompTIA A+ Certification provides learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, exam tips, practice exam questions, and in-depth explanations. Written by the leading authority on CompTIA A+ certification and training, this essential resource provides the up-to-date coverage you need to pass the exams with ease. COVERS ALL NEW WINDOWS 7 EXAM TOPICS, INCLUDING: Windows 7 interface features Installing Windows 7 Boot issues with Windows 7 User Account Control--from Windows Vista to Windows 7 IPv6 Windows 7 networking Windows 7 utilities CD-ROM FEATURES: Practice exams for 701 & 702 Video introduction to Windows 7 and CompTIA A+ Mike's favorite PC tools and utilities PDF copy of the book Mike Meyers, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, MCP, is the industry's leading authority on CompTIA A+ certification and the bestselling author of seven editions of CompTIA A+ All-in-One Exam Guide. He is the president of PC and network repair seminars for thousands of organizations throughout the world, and a member of CompTIA.

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