Windows 7 Step by Step

by Lambert, Joan; Cox, Joyce; Online Training Solutions, Inc

• ISBN13: 9780735626676
• ISBN10: 0735626677
• Edition: CD
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-09-16
• Publisher: Microsoft Press

Summary

Experience learning made easy--and quickly teach yourself the essentials of working with Windows 7. With STEP BY STEP, you set the pace--building and practicing the skills you need, just when you need them! Learn to manage windows and folders, sort and filter files, create an efficient Windows working environment, and safely access the Internet. You'll learn how to install and manage software and hardware, create and manage homegroups, share content with other computers and computer users, and instantly locate content stored on your PC or network. You'll also learn how to fine-tune your PC's performance and resolve common problems. Plus, the supplied practice files give you a chance to hone your skills and put the book's lessons to work.

Author Biography

an Preppernau has worked in the training and certification industry for 13 years. As president of Online Training Solutions, Inc. (OTSI), Joan is responsible for guiding the translation of technical information and requirements into useful, relevant, and measurable training, learning, and certification deliverables. An MCTS, MCAS, and MCT, Joan is the author or coauthor of more than two dozen books about Windows and Microsoft« Office (for Windows and for Mac).

Joyce Cox has more than 30 years' experience in the development of training materials about technical subjects for non-technical audiences and is the author of dozens of books about Office and Windows technologies. Joyce is vice president of Online Training Solutions, Inc. (OTSI). Previously, she was president of and principal author for Online Press, where she developed the Quick Course series of computer training books for beginning and intermediate adult learners. She was also the first managing editor of Microsoft Press, an editor for Sybex, and an editor for the University of California.

Table of Contents

The Team

Introducing Windows 7

Features and Conventions of This Book

Using the Practice Files

Information for New Computer Users

Getting Help

Getting Started with Windows 7

Explore Windows 7

Manage User Accounts

Manage Your Network

Navigate Windows and Folders

Manage Folders and Files

Experiencing the World Wide Web

Connect to the Web

Work with Web Pages and Sites

Manage Internet Explorer

Managing Your Computer

Change Visual Elements

Change System Settings

Work with Programs

Set Up Hardware Devices

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