Step-by-Step, Full-Color Graphics! Get up to speed with Windows 7 right away--the QuickSteps way. Fully updated to cover Windows 7 SP1, Windows Live Mail 2011, and Internet Explorer 9, this book includes color screenshots and clear explanations that show you how to maximize the powerful features and upgrades available in Windows 7. Find out how to navigate and customize your desktop, store data, manage files, connect to the Internet, use email, add hardware and software, work with photos, and enjoy multimedia. Managing security and setting up a wired or wireless network are also covered. Start using Windows 7 in no time with help from this hands-on guide. The unique, oblong layout of the QuickSteps series mimics your computer screen, displays graphics and explanations side by side, and lays flat so you can easily refer to the book while working on your computer. Use these handy guideposts: Shortcuts for accomplishing common tasks Need-to-know facts in concise narrative Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things Bonus information related to the topic being covered Errors and pitfalls to avoid Marty Matthews is the cocreator of the QuickSteps series and the author or coauthor of more than 70 books, including the bestselling Windows Vista QuickSteps and Windows 7 QuickSteps.

Start using Quicken 2012 right away--the QuickSteps way. Color screenshots and clear instructions make it easy to ramp up on the latest release of the #1 personal finance software. Follow along and learn how to balance your checkbook; print checks; pay bills online; reconcile your bank, credit card, and investment accounts; track expenses; budget your money; and plan your financial future. Get up to speed on Quicken 2012 in no time with help from this practical, fast-paced guide. Use these handy guideposts: Shortcuts for accomplishing common tasks Need-to-know facts in concise narrative Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things Bonus information related to the topic being covered Errors and pitfalls to avoid Marty Matthews has more than 30 years of computing experience, is cocreator of the QuickSteps series, and the author or coauthor of more than 70 books, including the bestselling Windows 7 QuickSteps and Microsoft Office 2010 QuickSteps. He specializes in explaining complex topics to beginners. Bobbi Sandberg is a consultant, instructor, and retired CPA who is recognized by Intuit as a Certified Professional Advisor. She teaches at community colleges and local senior centers and has been training users on Quicken since its first DOS version in the 1980s. Bobbi is the author of Quicken 2012: The Official Guide and other books.

Step-by-Step, Full-Color Graphics! Get up to speed with Windows 7 right away--the QuickSteps way. Fully updated to cover Windows 7 SP1, Windows Live Mail 2011, and Internet Explorer 9, this book includes color screenshots and clear explanations that show you how to maximize the powerful features and upgrades available in Windows 7. Find out how to navigate and customize your desktop, store data, manage files, connect to the Internet, use email, add hardware and software, work with photos, and enjoy multimedia. Managing security and setting up a wired or wireless network are also covered. Start using Windows 7 in no time with help from this hands-on guide. The unique, oblong layout of the QuickSteps series mimics your computer screen, displays graphics and explanations side by side, and lays flat so you can easily refer to the book while working on your computer. Use these handy guideposts: Shortcuts for accomplishing common tasks Need-to-know facts in concise narrative Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things Bonus information related to the topic being covered Errors and pitfalls to avoid Marty Matthews is the cocreator of the QuickSteps series and the author or coauthor of more than 70 books, including the bestselling Windows Vista QuickSteps and Windows 7 QuickSteps.

This full-color, step-by-step guide is the perfect introduction for the novice genealogist to this extremely popular hobby.

Step-by-Step, Full-Color Graphics! Start using SharePoint 2010 right away--the QuickSteps way. Color screenshots and clear instructions make it easy to ramp up on the latest release of Microsoft's powerful collaboration platform. Follow along and quickly learn how to use a SharePoint site, add pages and web parts, create and manage lists and libraries, and integrate with and collaborate using Microsoft Office applications. You'll also find out how to customize pages with SharePoint Designer, use SharePoint Workspace to work offline on SharePoint content, handle permissions and security, and much more. Get up to speed on SharePoint 2010 in no time with help from this practical, fast-paced guide. Use these handy guideposts: Shortcuts for accomplishing common tasks Need-to-know facts in concise narrative Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things Bonus information related to the topic being covered Errors and pitfalls to avoid

Introduces the new features of Microsoft Windows 98, including the user interface, active desktop, Outlook Express, Internet Explorer, and networking.

Get up and running on Microsoft Windows Server 2008 with ease This hands-on guide covers all the essentials of deploying and administering the latest release of Microsoft's powerful, versatile network operating system. Using clear screenshots and step-by-step instructions, Microsoft Windows Server 2008: A Beginner's Guide shows you how to set up the server, migrate from earlier versions, and handle networking, administration, storage, and security. You'll also get details on the new Web tools and management utilities available in Windows Server 2008. Install, configure, and deploy Windows Server 2008 Set up and manage a network Work with Active Directory and Domains Set up communications features and an Internet connection Install, customize, and maintain Internet Information Services (IIS) 7 Configure a VPN server and client Set up Terminal Services and Remote Desktop Manage storage and file systems Secure your Windows Server environment Set up and manage printing and faxing Use the built-in management tools, including Server Manager and group policies