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Discover everything you want to know about using your computer in this easy-to-use guide - from the most essential tasks that you'll want to perform, to solving the most common problems you'll encounter.
List of contents
Contents at a Glance
Top 10 Tips to Get You Started
Chapter 1 – Set Up a PC or Laptop
- Connect a USB mouse and keyboard
- Locate and press the power button
- Connect and install a USB printer
- Connect additional hardware
Chapter 2 – First Steps- Explore the Getting Started window
- Open an application
- Open a window
- Shut down windows safely
Chapter 3 – Explore Windows 7 Applications- Write a letter with Notepad
- Reopen a saved file
- View sample pictures
- Empty the Recycle Bin
Chapter 4 – Work with Files and Folders- Create a folder on the desktop
- Open a saved file
- Search for a lost file
- Back up a folder (or file) to an external drive
Chapter 5 – Work with Windows - Change the view in a window
- Restore a window
- Move a window
- Reposition a window to take up half the screen
Chapter 6 – Personalize Windows 7- Add desktop icons
- Create a shortcut on the desktop
- Search for anything from the Start menu
- Configure the Taskbar
Chapter 7 – Surf the Internet- Open a Web site in Internet Explorer
- Set a Home page
- Mark a Favorite
- Stay safe online
Chapter 8 – Get Windows Live Essentials- Download and install Windows Live Essentials
- Get a Windows Live ID
- Sign in
- Open Windows Live Photo Gallery
Chapter 9 – Windows Live Mail- Set up a Windows Live e-mail account
- Compose and send a new email
- Attach something to an email using Attach
- Add a contact
Chapter 10 – Work with Media- Open Media Player and locate music
- Listen to a song
- View pictures in Windows Live Photo Gallery
- Open Media Center
Chapter 11 – Connect to your Home Network- Create the connection
- Enable Network Discovery
- Access the Public folder
- Diagnose Connection Problems
Chapter 12 – Manage Computer Resources and Connected Devices- Use ReadyBoost
- Use Disk Defragmenter
- Change what happens when you press the power button or close the lid
- Manage all connected devices
Chapter 13 – Stay Secure- Require a password
- Scan for viruses with Windows Defender
- Enable the Firewall
- Create a basic backup
Chapter 14 – Fix Problems- Use System Restore
- Disable unwanted start up items
- Resolve internet connectivity problems
- Uninstall unwanted programs
Top Ten Problems Solved
Summary
Discover everything you want to know about using your computer in this easy-to-use guide - from the most essential tasks that you'll want to perform, to solving the most common problems you'll encounter.
