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Summary

This book focuses on the top 100 things every user needs to know about Windows Vista.

Introduction	p. 1
What s in This Book	p. 2
Who Can Use This Book	p. 2
How to Use This Book	p. 3
Get Ready to Vista!	p. 3
Upgrading To Windows Vista	p. 5
Use Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor	p. 6
System Requirements and Recommendations	p. 12
Check the Processor (CPU) 13 #4 Check Memory (RAM)	p. 15
Verify Hard Drive Space	p. 16
Check CD Drive Type	p. 19
Verify Graphics Card Specs	p. 20
Verify Audio Card	p. 21
Check PC Peripherals and Accessories	p. 22
Verify Software Applications Are Vista Compatible	p. 22
Move to a New PC Preloaded with Windows Vista	p. 23
Choosing And Installing A Windows Vista Edition	p. 27
Compare Vista Editions	p. 28
Full or Upgrade Version?	p. 30
Upgrade In-Place or Clean Install?	p. 30
Back Up Your Data	p. 31
Install Windows Vista	p. 34
Introducing Windows Vista	p. 43
New Look and Functionality	p. 44
Parental Controls	p. 48
Windows Defender and Windows Firewall	p. 53
Network and Sharing Center	p. 56
Instant Search and Internet Explorer 7	p. 61
Photo Gallery	p. 62
Windows Aero and Windows Flip	p. 63
Windows Mobility Center and Tablet PC Support	p. 65
Windows Meeting Space	p. 66
Windows SideShow	p. 67
Windows Automatic Backup	p. 69
Windows Complete PC Backup and Restore	p. 70
Windows Media Center	p. 71
Windows DVD Maker	p. 73
Games	p. 74
Windows Fax and Scan	p. 75
Remote Desktop Connection	p. 76
Shadow Copy	p. 77
Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption	p. 78
Language Packs	p. 79
Changing The Look And Feel Of Vista	p. 81
Banish the Welcome Center	p. 82
Disable Windows Sidebar	p. 82
Change Windows Themes	p. 84
Add the Main Icons	p. 86
Add the Microsoft Internet Explorer Icon	p. 87
Reduce Large Icons	p. 95
Rename the Computer Icon	p. 96
Rename the Network Icon	p. 96
Change to the Classic Start Menu	p. 100
Display the Log Off Button on the Start Menu	p. 101
Show Thumbnails of Pictures	p. 104
Remove Tabbed Browsing from Internet Explorer 7	p. 105
Display the Menu Bar in Internet Explorer 7	p. 107
Finding Your Way Around In Vista	p. 109
Renamed Windows Applications 110
My Documents	p. 114
Shared Documents Folder	p. 116
View the Folder Path	p. 117
Up Arrow Has Been Removed	p. 118
My Network Places	p. 120
Desktop Settings 121
Advanced Performance Settings	p. 123
Network Connection Status Details	p. 124
Wireless Network Connection Priorities and Preferences	p. 125
Network Connections	p. 129
HyperTerminal	p. 132
Run Prompt	p. 135
System Restore 136
Web Desktop Items	p. 138
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