A really big book about a really big operating system. Microsoft Windows has been around for nearly a couple of decades now. During that time, we?ve seen many versions. Sometimes the change from one version to another was minor. At other times, the change was more drastic. Windows Vista is definitely one of the more drastic changes. Not so much on the outside. Virtually anything you already know about Windows still applies. The basic terminology is the same. The basic skills are the same. Most of the really big changes are in areas you don?t see.

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Part I: Getting Started, Getting Secure Part II: Batten Down the Security Hatches Part III: Personalizing Windows Vista Part IV: Power Using the Internet Part V: Pictures, Music, and Movies Part VI: Managing Files and Folders Part VII: Printing, Faxing, and Scanning Part VIII: Installing and Removing Programs Part IX: Hardware and Performance Tuning Part X: Networking and Sharing

ISBN : 0470509090 | Author : Jim Boyce

This comprehensive reference by a Microsoft expert covers all aspects of the new Windows release. The much-anticipated release of Windows 7 will have numerous changes, and you'll need a complete guide to take full advantage of all it has to offer. "Windows 7 Bible" covers navigation changes such as pinning to the task bar, full screen preview with invisible windows, Jump Lists, Home Group, Sticky Notes, and many others. It shows you how to use Internet Explorer 8, including features like Web Slices and Network view changes, and guides you through all the new desktop features. This reference thoroughly examines all three parts of the new platform: Windows 7 Core OS, the Windows Live applications, and Windows Live Services. "Windows 7 Bible" shows you everything you need to know to make the most of Microsoft's new operating system. It covers Windows Live Essentials, including Windows Live Family Safety, Mail, Messenger, Movie Maker, Photo Gallery, Toolbar, Writer, and Microsoft Office Outlook Connector. It shows how to use Windows Live Services, including Hot mail and Spaces. This book explores new features including Desktop Gadgets Gallery, Desktop Windows manager, updated Fax and DVD Maker, an updated 'Devices and Printers' option, and Sticky Notes. It explains new features in the Calculator, ribbon features in applets such as Paint and WordPad, the new Media Center, and searching updates. It fully covers the first complete overhaul of applets in a decade. With "Windows 7 Bible" at your side, you can learn as much or as little as you need to know for the way you use Windows.

3D Programming for Windows: Three-Dimensional Graphics Programming for the Windows Presentation Foundation /by Charles Petzold (Author).Get the practical introduction to programming 3D graphics using the Windows Presentation Foundation--straight from programming legend Charles Petzold. The Windows Presentation Foundation is a key component of .NET Framework 3.0, which is a part of Windows Vista™ and available for Windows XP.

With the Windows Presentation Foundation, 3D images can be displayed regardless of the video-display hardware on the user's machine. This practical guide is the ideal supplement to Applications = Code + Markup: A Guide to the Microsoft Windows Presentation Foundation. Focusing on developing user interface objects or simple animations, this book builds on a reader's knowledge of Windows Presentation Foundation essentials to demonstrate how to effectively create 3D graphics for Windows. You get the fundamental information for using the Windows Presentation Foundation 3D application programming interface (API), as well as in-depth coverage of mesh geometries--the key technology that enables 3D graphics. Includes code samples in XAML, with additional code samples in Microsoft Visual C#®.

113 pages | WindowsVJ.com (2009) | ISBN: N/A | PDF | 4.6 MB

This book is for people who love Windows 7 and want to go a step further for the experience provided by this wonderful operating system. It contains more than 50 tips and tricks and an added bonus section for Windows 7 applications.

880 pages | Microsoft Press (October 21, 2009) | ISBN: 0735627088 | PDF | 1.1 MB

Announcing an all-new SELF-PACED TRAINING KIT designed to help maximize your performance on 70-680, the required exam for the new Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Windows 7, Configuration certification.This 2-in-1 kit includes the official Microsoft study guide, plus practice tests on CD to help you assess your skills. It comes packed with 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 expert, exam-certified authors; and customizable testing options. It also provides real-world scenarios, case study examples, and troubleshooting labs to give you the skills and expertise you can use on the job.Work at your own pace through the lessons and lab exercises. This official study guide covers installing, upgrading, and migrating to Windows 7; configuring network connectivity, applications, and devices; implementing backup and recovery; configuring User Account Control (UAC), mobility options, and new features such as DirectAccess and BranchCache; and managing system updates.Then assess yourself using the 200 practice questions on CD, featuring multiple customizable testing options to meet your specific needs. Choose timed or untimed testing mode, generate random tests, or focus on discrete objectives. You get detailed explanations for right and wrong answers—including pointers back to the book for further study. You also get an exam discount voucher—making this kit an exceptional value and a great career investment.