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This book provides everything you need to manage and maintain Windows 7. You'll learn all of the features and enhancements in complete detail, along with specifics for configuring the operating system to put you in full control. Bestselling author and Windows expert William Stanek doesn't just show you the steps you need to follow, he also tells you how features work, why they work, and how you can customize them to meet your needs. Learn how to squeeze every bit of power out of Windows 7 to take full advantage of its features and programs.
* Set up, customize, and tune Windows 7-Optimize its appearance and performance, install and manage software, customize your hardware, and install printers, scanners, and faxes
* Manage your files and data-Search your computer more efficiently, secure your data, share and collaborate, and get the most out of optional programs such as Windows Live Mail
* Master your digital media-Create media libraries, manage digital pictures and videos, make DVDs, and create movies
* Get connected and start networking-Set up a home or small-office network, conquer Internet Explorer, and master on-the-go networking
* Protect your computer-Keep your family safe while on the Internet, navigate the computer security maze, and configure Windows 7's protection features
* Manage and support Windows 7 systems-Configure user accounts, disks and drives, troubleshoot and handle routine maintenance, and resolve advanced support and recovery issues
* Learn advanced tips & techniques-Manage the Windows boot environment, explore Group Policy, and much more

Table of Contents

Part I. Setting Up, Customizing, and Tuning Windows 7
1. Getting Started with Windows 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2. Optimizing Windows 7’s Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3. Fine-Tuning Windows 7’s Appearance and Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
4. Installing, Configuring, and Maintaining Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
5. Customizing Your Computer’s Hardware Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Part II. Mastering Your Data and Digital Media
6. Exploring and Searching Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
7. Navigating the Web with Internet Explorer 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
8. Creating Your Media Library with Windows Media Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
9. Capturing and Managing Your Digital Pictures and Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
10. Making Video DVDs and Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379
11. Securing and Sharing Your Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 445
12. Setting Up Printers, Scanners, and Fax Machines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 477
13. Making the Most of Windows’ Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 509

Part III. Connecting and Networking
14. Setting Up Your Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 545
15. Protecting Your Computer with Windows Defender and Windows Firewall . . . . . 583
16. Using Windows Live for Email, Calendars, and Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 631
17. Mastering Dial-Up, Broadband, and On-the-Go Networking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 669

Part IV. Managing and Supporting Windows 7
18. Managing User Accounts and Parental Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 705
19. Managing Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 735
20. Handling Routine Maintenance and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 771
21. Getting Help and Handling Advanced Support Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 809

Part V. Advanced Tips and Techniques
22. Installing and Running Windows 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 859
23. Exploring the Windows Boot Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 867
24. Using Group Policy with Windows 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 883
25. Mastering Windows Media Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 895

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 941


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