A+ Technician's On-the-Job Guide to Windows XP

Curt Simmons, McGraw-Hill Osborne Media

ISBN:0072226900, Edition: 1, 2003-01-27

Price: $39.99

• Table of Contents
• BackCover
• A+ Technician's On-the-Job Guide to Windows XP
• Acknowledgments
• Introduction
• Chapter 1: Installing Windows XP Professional
  • Getting Ready for Installation
  • Upgrading to Windows XP Professional
  • Running an Attended Installation of Windows XP Professional
  • Activating Windows XP
  • Performing Unattended Installations
  • Troubleshooting Failed Installations
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 2: Operating System Fundamentals
  • Exploring the Desktop, Start Menu, and Taskbar
  • Using the Control Panel
  • Configuring Display and Power Options
  • Working with the Microsoft Management Console
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 3: Managing Folders and Files
  • Managing Folder Options
  • Configuring Folder Views and Toolbars
  • Creating, Renaming, and Deleting Folders
  • Using Folder and File Compression
  • Using Encryption
  • Using Offline Files
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 4: Managing Windows XP Hardware
  • Installing and Removing Hardware
  • Managing Device Drivers
  • Using Multiple Monitors
  • Using Multiple Processors
  • Configuring Windows XP Devices
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 5: Managing Applications
  • Installing and Removing Applications
  • Using Program Compatibility Mode
  • Adjusting Windows XP for Application Performance
  • Managing and Controlling Applications
  • Running 16-Bit and MS-DOS Applications
  • Managing Automatic Updates
  • Controlling User Program Installation and Removal
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 6: Managing User Accounts and Permissions
  • Configuring Local Windows XP Accounts
  • Simple File Sharing and NTFS Permissions
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 7: Managing Disks
  • Formatting and Converting Drives
  • Configuring Hard Disks
  • Configuring Disk Volumes
  • Using Disk Tools
  • Using Disk Quota Management
  • Managing Removable Disks
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 8: Managing Printing
  • Installing Printers
  • Managing Printers
  • Managing Printer Permissions
  • Managing the Fax Console
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 9: Networking with Windows XP
  • Installing Network Interface Cards
  • Managing NIC Bindings
  • Managing the Local Area Connection
  • Managing TCP/IP
  • Setting Up a Home or Office Network
  • Network Bridges
  • Connecting to a Windows Domain
  • Other Important Network Connections
  • Virtual Private Networks
  • Wireless Networking
  • Setting Up an Infrared Network
  • Setting Up an 802.11b Network
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 10: Preventative Maintenance
  • Optimizing Desktop Settings
  • Working with Memory Usage
  • Windows XP Performance
  • Optimizing Application Performance
  • Using Scheduled Tasks
  • Managing Services
  • Managing Power Options
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 11: Remote Desktop and Remote Assistance
  • Configuring and Using Remote Desktop
  • Configuring and Using Remote Assistance
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 12: Managing Internet Connections
  • Creating Internet Connections
  • Launching a Connection
  • Configuring Dial-Up Connection Properties
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 13: ICS, ICF, and Network Bridging
  • Using Internet Connection Sharing
  • Running the Home Networking Wizard
  • Using Internet Connection Firewall
  • Configuring a Network Bridge
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 14: Configuring Internet Explorer
  • Connecting with Internet Explorer
  • Configuring Internet Explorer Settings
  • Managing Internet Explorer Security
  • Configuring the Internet Explorer Interface
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 15: Working with Digital Media
  • Working with Scanners and Cameras
  • Working with CD/DVD-ROM Drives
  • Using Windows Media Player
  • Now Playing
  • Media Guide
  • Copy from CD Audio
  • Media Library
  • Radio Tuner
  • Copy to CD
  • Skin Chooser
  • Media Player Configuration Options
  • Managing Movie Maker
  • Wrapping Up
• Chapter 16: Gathering Information and Solving Problems
  • Using System Information
  • Solving Problems
  • Using Windows Help
  • Using Safe Mode
  • Using System Restore
  • Working with the Recovery Console
  • Troubleshooting Windows Stop Errors
  • Using MSCONFIG
  • Checking Event Viewer
  • Getting Help Online
  • Wrapping Up
• Appendix A: Top 25 Windows XP Professional Problems and Solutions
• Index
  • Index_A
  • Index_B
  • Index_C
  • Index_D
  • Index_E
  • Index_F
  • Index_G
  • Index_H
  • Index_I
  • Index_J
  • Index_K
  • Index_L
  • Index_M
  • Index_N
  • Index_O
  • Index_P
  • Index_Q
  • Index_R
  • Index_S
  • Index_T
  • Index_U
  • Index_V
  • Index_W
  • Index_X
  • Index_Z
• List of Figures
• List of Tables
• List of Painful Lessons I've Learned
• List of Tech Talk
• List of Troubleshooting