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Windows XP For Dummies, 2nd Edition

Andy Rathbone

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Total reviews: 41 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

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Windows XP for Dummies does a good job in its role as the flagship of the Dummies line, providing Windows novices with a guided introduction to Microsoft's latest and most feature-rich operating system for everyday computer users. Its treatment of computer, Windows, and Internet fundamentals is among the best on the market, and author Andy Rathbone has an appealing way of writing that's simultaneously fun and detail-rich. If you're a Windows novice--meaning you don't know how to undelete a file that's been sent to the Recycle Bin, or what a Web browser is, or what it means to "cut and paste" text--you will get a lot out of Rathbone's work.

Some aspects of this book could be better, such as the part of the networking chapter that calls for an Ethernet hub without noting that a switch, though possibly more expensive, would do the job better, without any additional hassle. The networking coverage also does an inadequate job of explaining how to share a cable modem or DSL connection among several computers. This is a serious shortcoming, and we're getting to the point in our evolution as a society of computer users at which we can assume that everyone knows what the "Cancel" button does and would rather read about the newer, more exciting things that Windows XP can do. Even the dummies aren't that dumb anymore.

But that said--and Rathbone does confine a lot of the really elementary stuff to a skinny introductory chapter--this book is a boon to people who aren't familiar with Windows XP or its immediate predecessors (including Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows Me). It's also great for people who have learned a little about Windows on the job or from their kids, and want to expand on what they know. --David Wall

Topics covered: Microsoft Windows XP for people completely unfamiliar with the operating system and other recent versions of Windows. Coverage includes how to run programs, move and delete files, connect to the Internet, and use applications like electronic mail programs, Web browsers, and multimedia players.

MCSA/MCSE Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-270): Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional, Second Edition (Pro-Certification)

Walter Glenn, Anthony Northrup

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Item #: 43043H. Ace your preparation for the skills measured by MCP Exam 70-270 - and on the job - with this official Microsoft study guide, now fully updated for Windows XP Service Pack 2 with Advanced Security Technologies plus other key topics. Work at your own pace through a system of lessons, hands-on exercises, troubleshooting labs, and review questions.The Readiness Review Suite on CD, featuring advanced technology from MeasureUp, provides 425 challenging questions for in-depth self-assessment and practice. You can choose timed or untimed testing mode, generate random tests, or focus on specific objectives. You get detailed explanations for right and wrong answers - including a customized learning path that describes how and where to focus your studies.

Product Description
MCSA/MCSE Self-Paced Training Kit(Exam 70-270) Installing - Configuring & Administering MS Windows XP Pro, SE - self-training course
Title: MCSA/MCSE Self-Paced Training Kit(Exam 70-270) Installing
Series: Configuring & Administering MS Windows XP Pro, SE
Type: Self-training course
Author: Northrup Tony, Glenn Walter
Release Year: 2005 - February
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MCDST Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-271): Supporting Users and Troubleshooting a Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System, Second Edition (Pro-Certification)

Walter Glenn, Tony Northrup

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Now fully updated for Windows XP Service Pack 2, this all-in-one training kit provides in-depth preparation, practice, and review for one of two required exams for the Microsoft Desktop Support Technician Certification (MCDST). Covering Exam 70-271, this kit packs the tools and features exam candidates want most—including in-depth, self-paced training based on final exam content; rigorous, objective-by-objective review; exam tips from an expert, exam-certified author; and a robust testing suite. It also provides real-world scenarios, case studies, and troubleshooting labs for the skills and expertise you can apply to the job.

Focusing on building your ability to resolve end-user incident requests by configuring and troubleshooting the Windows XP operating system in the corporate or home environment, this official study guide covers system installation, managing access to resources, configuring and troubleshooting hardware devices and drivers, configuring and troubleshooting the desktop and user environments, and troubleshooting network protocols and services.

Ace your exam preparation by working at your own pace through the lessons, hands-on exercises, and practice tests. The flexible, best-of-class test engine on CD-ROM features 425 practice questions. Choose timed or untimed testing mode, generate random tests or focus on discrete objectives or chapters, and get detailed explanations for right and wrong answers—including pointers back to the book for further study. You also get a 120-day evaluation version of Windows XP software and other resources on the CD, making this kit an exceptional value and a great

MCDST Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-272): Supporting Users and Troubleshooting Desktop Applications on Microsoft® Windows® XP, Second Edition (Pro-Certification)

Walter Glenn, Tony Northrup

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Help maximize your performance on Exam 70-272, one of two required exams for the Microsoft Desktop Support Technician Certification (MCDST), with this all-in-one training kit. Fully updated for Windows XP Service Pack 2, this kit packs the tools and features exam candidates want most—including in-depth, self-paced training based on final exam content; rigorous, objective-by-objective review; exam tips from an expert, exam-certified author; and a robust testing suite. It also provides real-world scenarios, case studies, and troubleshooting labs for the skills and expertise you can apply to the job.

Focusing on building your ability to resolve end-user incident requests about applications running on the Microsoft Windows XP operating system in the corporate or home environment, this official study guide covers configuring and troubleshooting applications, including Microsoft Office programs and Microsoft Internet Explorer; resolving issues related to usability and application customization; configuring and troubleshooting connectivity for applications; and configuring application security features.

Ace your exam preparation by working at your own pace through the lessons, hands-on exercises, and practice tests. The flexible, best-of-class test engine on CD-ROM features 425 practice questions. Choose timed or untimed testing mode, generate random tests or focus on discrete objectives or chapters, and get detailed explanations for right and wrong answers—including pointers back to the book for further study. You also get a 120-day evaluation version of Windows XP software and other resources on the CD—making this kit an exceptional value and a great career investment.

Microsoft® Windows® XP Inside Out, Second Edition (Inside Out)

Ed Bott, Carl Siechert, Craig Stinson

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Total reviews: 82 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Quite Happy 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.

The book I ordered was advertised as being slightly damaged. I have not found the damage yet.

New to XP, you need this 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Having recently upgraded our home computers from Win98 SE to XP SP2, numerous issues emerged viz. hardware and software. This book proved invaluable, especially in getting our multimedia and network functionality back up. For those holding off upgrading, XP is getting harder to find, and you don't want to get stuck having to upgrade to Vista ...

Great Book 5 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

If you are looking for a book that is not geared to simply passing a test, this is the book for you. It really covers the technology in depth and detail.

Well written but not everthing included 4 out of 5 stars.
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Good book, but not everything is included. There is absolutley nothing on EFS (File Encrytion) which is fairly important. Four stars that could of been Five!

Windows XP Inside/Out 5 out of 5 stars.
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Great Book! I think this book was written not for the beginner but for a more experienced computer user. Some things are simple to understand but others are very detailed. Still, this book can be a big help to anyone that has XP for their running system.

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MICROSOFT WINDOWS XP INSIDE OUT 2ND ED

Microsoft Windows Internals (4th Edition): Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Windows XP, and Windows 2000

Mark E. Russinovich, David A. Solomon

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Total reviews: 31 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

The architecture "bible". 5 out of 5 stars.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

As a former Microsoft technical lead who was a part of the "core" Enterprise server support team I will tell you that this is the one book that is (still) handed out to all new members of our team!

Within Microsoft server support this book is the architecture "bible".

Also David and Mark's elegant shareware tools were also the only 3rd party tools that were sanctioned for recommendation to Microsoft customers.

This book is the defacto standard for all things relating to Windows architecture. Not always an easy read, but if you are persistent and just keep re-reading (which is what I had to do for a long time!) eventually it will sink in, and when it does you will understand (and appreciate) Windows on a very low level.

Highly recommended!

Vic Rozumny

btw- MS recently bought sysinternals and you will be redirected when you go to the site. Congrats guys.

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The classic, in-depth developer's guide to the Windows kernel now covers Windows .NET Server 2003, Windows XP, and Windows 2000. Written by noted Windows internals experts David Solomon and Mark Russinovich in collaboration with the Microsoft Windows .NET Server product development team, this book packs the latest concepts and terms, kernel and source code specifics, undocumented interfaces, component and tool descriptions, and architectural perspectives that reveal the inner workings of the operating system. Special callouts highlight information that is specific to a particular version of Windows, and an advanced troubleshooting section helps you more easily decipher-and exploit-system operations and performance.

Microsoft Windows XP Professional Resource Kit, Third Edition

The Microsoft Windows Team, Charlie Russel, Sharon Crawford

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Total reviews: 14 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

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Install, configure, and support Windows XP Professional with definitive technical guidance from the Microsoft Windows team and two industry veterans. This official RESOURCE KIT has been fully updated and revised with coverage of Windows XP Service Pack 2, featuring Advanced Security Technologies, along with new chapters on managing software updates, the Windows Firewall, and wireless networking. You ll also find 120+ timesaving administrative tools and scripts plus additional content and eBooks on the CD. It s everything you need to help maximize the performance and reliability of your business desktops and help reduce ownership and support costs.Get in-depth guidance on how to: Plan, customize, and troubleshoot your deployment Use Group Policy and IntelliMirror technologies to manage users and network resources Administer disks, file systems, devices, print services, and digital media Manage authentication, authorization, access control, and EFS Configure TCP/IP, IP addressing, name resolution, and remote networking services NEW Configure wireless networking protocols and standards; apply best practices for support NEW Implement the boot-time security feature and other Windows Firewall enhancements NEW Design and deploy a software update management strategy Apply expert strategies to diagnose and resolve system problems faster CD inside Resource Kit tools and eBooks inside! CD features: 120+ tools and utilities for administering Windows-based clients and servers Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Automating and Customizing Installations eBook Microsoft Encyclopedia of Networking, Second Edition eBook Microsoft Encyclopedia of Security eBook Fully searchable eBook of the complete RESOURCE KIT

Group Policy: Management, Troubleshooting, and Security: For Windows Vista , Windows 2003, Windows XP, and Windows 2000 (Mark Minasi Windows Administrator Library)

Jeremy Moskowitz

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Total reviews: 5 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

The Best GPO Book, Now In 4th Edition 5 out of 5 stars.
7 of 7 people found this review helpful.

This is the 4th edition of this book and I buy every new edition that comes out. This particular edition includes major new updates for Vista, such as ADMX templates. I teach courses on Windows security at SANS and I recommend the latest version of Jeremy's GPO book at every conference to my attendees. This is one of the few must-have books for Windows network administrators.

havent read the book but I want to comment on the quality of the book 3 out of 5 stars.
2 of 21 people found this review helpful.

I just received this book and haven't read it yet. But I wanted to comment on the poor quality of the book itself. The paper used is very poor quality, feels like newspaper almost. Has a very recycled feel to it, and the edge is not crisp, it has a rough edge that sprays little paper dust particles everywhere whenever the book is handled. I tried to fan the pages to remove these particles but they just keep coming. I am considering returning this book and maybe buying it again later if they improve the printing process used on it.

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Presenting a fully updated resource for Windows Vista that shows you how best to use Group Policy in order to take full advantage of Active Directory and create a managed desktop environment. You’ll learn details about the GPMC, Group Policy troubleshooting techniques, and configuring Group Policy to create a resilient desktop environment. You’ll also discover how to create and manage ADMX files and leverage the Group Policy Central Store as well as deploy Office 2007, Office 2003, and more using Group Policy Software Installation.

Windows XP Home Edition: The Missing Manual (2nd Edition)

David Pogue

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Total reviews: 28 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

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Windows XP Home Edition offers dozens of new features for consumers: an elegant user interface, drag-and-drop CD burning, and powerful ways to view and manage digital photos and music, among other features. With the release of Service Pack 2 (SP2), Windows XP now provides better protection against viruses, worms, and malicious hackers. But it still comes without a single page of printed instructions.

Fortunately, the new edition of "Windows XP Home Edition: The Missing Manual" fills the void. With its wealth of tips, instructions, and expert advice, this comprehensive resource is your ticket to making your time at the computer safer, easier, and more fun. And best of all, it's been updated to include detailed coverage of Service Pack 2.

Written in easy-to-follow, jargon-free language, "Windows XP Home Edition: The Missing Manual," Second Edition is perfectly suited for both first-time PC fans and budding power users. And like the rest of the Missing Manual series, it also relies on technical insight, crystal-clear objectivity, and a sense of humor--meaning no one will be left behind.

The book begins with a tour of the Desktop and instructions for customizing the Taskbar and toolbars. It also includes a primer on how to organize files, folders, and windows for maximum efficiency. More advanced chapters explore control panels and built-in applications; walk through configurations like how to set up a PC for Internet use; and address the standard Windows rituals of troubleshooting, installation, and upgrading.

For the height of manageability and control, the book also conveys all the need-to-know information about the security technologies featured in Windows XP SP2, so youcan better defend yourself against viruses, worms, and hackers. Readers even receive guidelines and instructions for installing SP2 on their PC, or across a network of computers.

Co-authored by David Pogue, "New York Times" computer columnist and Missing Manuals creator, this updated guide is the friendly, authoritative book that should have been in the box. It's sure to become your preferred guide whenever you sit down to Windows XP.

Windows XP for Seniors : For Senior Citizens Who Want to Start Using Computers (Computer Books for Seniors series)

Addo Stuur

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My sister and I 5 out of 5 stars.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

My sister hasn't been to my place for over 10 yrs. She visited me this month and I had this book on my desk.When she flipped through it,instantly she wanted it & copied down the address to purchase it.It is so easy to understand and if you make a mistake ,it tells you what to do to get back on track again. I think it is a wonderful book for beginners.

Windows XP for Seniors 4 out of 5 stars.
2 of 3 people found this review helpful.

This book has a lot of useful information, written in easy to understand
format, and has very easy directions to folow to get you started using your PC.

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Beginning or intermediate senior computer users will enjoy this large-print guide that introduces the computer, leads users through the components that make up a PC, and describes the fundamentals of Windows XP. Users will become comfortable with computer terms, make sense of all the information on the screen, learn to install software, and perform basic troubleshooting operations. Tips on improving keyboard skills, working with a word processing application, managing folders and files, surfing the Internet, and making work with a PC a pleasant experience are included.