Mastering Microsoft Office XP Premium Edition


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Written for the true Office productivity seeker, this solutions-oriented reference takes you from the basics to the highest skill level-a must-have for every Office user. This all-in-one reference covers all suite applications, including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, and FrontPage. The CD provides a wealth of office-related and productivity software, sample applications, training software, and much more. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.







Mastering Microsoft Windows Vista Home


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Configure, run, and troubleshoot Windows Vista Home Premium or Windows Vista Home Basic with the detailed coverage you’ll find in this comprehensive guide. With a task-based approach and clear instructions, this book helps you become an advanced user of Windows Vista—even if you’re just starting out. From administering your computer and surfing the Web securely to advanced maneuvers such as creating your own movies and burning DVDs, you’ll find what you need to master the powerful features of Windows Vista.




Mastering Windows XP Home Edition


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The Only Windows XP Home Edition Resource You Need—Now Completely Updated Here's the insider knowledge you need to maximize Microsoft's powerful home operating system, whether you're moving straight to XP or upgrading from Windows 98 or Me. This encyclopedic guide delivers full coverage of every topic from installation and multimedia, to security and networking. Beginners can start off by using Windows XP on a stand-alone computer and connecting to the Internet, while experienced users can quickly build and secure a home network, work with the Registry to change XP's behavior, and optimize and troubleshoot Windows XP. Coverage includes: Upgrading from Windows 98 or Me Taking full advantage of XP multi-user support Customizing Windows XP Installing, removing, and running programs Sharing files securely--or keeping them private Adding hardware and installing drivers Connecting your computer or network to the Internet Sending secure e-mail and minimizing spam Communicating via the latest versions of Windows Messenger Using Windows Firewall Getting and giving help via the Internet Enjoying audio, video, and DVDs with Windows Media Player 10 Burning audio and data CDs Building a secure home network Using Microsoft PowerToys Using VPNs and connecting to a company network Setting up wireless networks with Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)







Mastering Windows XP Professional


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Complete Coverage of Windows XP Professional The latest from the world's leading Windows authority Mark Minasi, Mastering Windows XP Professional is the premier resource for anyone installing, configuring, and administering Windows XP, whether as part of a corporate network or for home or small business use. Depend on it for step-by-step instruction in hundreds of key techniques--not to mention a thorough look at all of XP's new features and troubleshooting advice that will save you time, money, and countless headaches. Updates to this edition include new coverage for administrators on topics including Web and FTP servers, scripting, the Microsoft Mangement Console and Services, and security. Coverage Includes * Using the new Start menu and Control Panel * Setting up broadband Internet connections * Setting up and configuring a peer-to-peer network * Securing your PC and network from intruders * Encrypting vital data * Running programs designed for previous versions of Windows * Transferring files and settings from one computer to another * Sharing your desktop with remote users * Connecting to remote computers using Remote Desktop Connection * Using Windows Media Player 8 * Communicating in real time using Windows Messenger * Using Windows XP on Portable Computers * Restoring your system to a previous configuration * Preventing disaster; backing up and recovering data * Using the Services and MMC administration tools Bonus Coverage: Windows XP Essential Skills Includes 96 pages of full-color visual, step-by-step instruction on the 57 most important Windows XP skills. In minutes, you'll learn how to burn a CD, set up an Internet connection, use XP's powerful System Restore feature, and much more.




MicrosoftOffice XP Simply Visual


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Take the Fundamental First Step to Mastering Microsoft(r) Office XP! Deciphering the basics of Office XP has never been easier, thanks to the Sybex Simply Visual method of teaching. Now you can use this proven method to master the essentials of Microsoft's newest revision of its popular suite of business applications. Using easy-to-read screens and illustrations and to-the-point explanations, this book takes you task by task through each program's user interface, key features, and tools, and gets you up to speed on all of Office's newest features. Learn by Seeing: Easy-to-read examples and illustrations show you, screen by screen, the essential tasks and features of Microsoft Office XP. Learn by Doing: Hands-on lessons guide you step by step through fundamental tasks in Office XP. Learn the Skills You Need: Microsoft Office XP Simply Visual covers the program's most commonly used elements. This book will teach you how to * Format and enhance Word documents * Design Excel spreadsheets * Manage Access data * Create slide shows in PowerPoint * Use Outlook to share information and schedule meetings * Use Office XP to create Web pages * Use Office XP's speech- and handwriting-recognition tools ...and much more.




Learn Microsoft Office XP-Getting Started


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For courses in Microsoft Office Professional 2002. This text is highly-visual and skills-based, delivering the steps in a screen-by-screen format. Learn.edu methodology gives quick framework for success in Office XP and the series is certified to the core level of Microsoft XP.




Microsoft Office XP Inside Out


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Hey, you know your way around the Office suite—so now dig into Office XP and really put your PC to work! Covering Microsoft® Access, Excel, FrontPage®, Outlook®, PowerPoint®, Publisher, and Word, this supremely organized reference packs hundreds of timesaving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and handy workarounds in concise, fast-answer format. It’s all muscle and no fluff. Discover the best and fastest ways to perform everyday tasks, and challenge yourself to new levels of Office mastery! Build on what you already know about Office and quickly dive into what’s new Share information seamlessly between Office XP applications and your colleagues using SharePoint™ team services Import real-time data into spreadsheets and Web pages Create professional-quality print and online publications Build your own databases, and use powerful data-analysis techniques Deliver compelling PowerPoint presentations at work or through the Web Use Outlook to master your schedule and e-mail communications Construct and manage a Web site with advanced features Develop custom solutions using macros and Microsoft Visual Basic® for Applications CD-ROM FEATURES: Intuitive HTML interface Extensive collection of Microsoft add-ins and third-party utilities, demos, and trials Macros and code samples Complete eBook—easy to browse and print! Sample chapters from other INSIDE OUT Office XP books Web links to Microsoft Office Tools on the Web, online troubleshooters, and product support Microsoft Visio® customizable auto-demos Additional files and templates A Note Regarding the CD or DVD The print version of this book ships with a CD or DVD. For those customers purchasing one of the digital formats in which this book is available, we are pleased to offer the CD/DVD content as a free download via O'Reilly Media's Digital Distribution services. To download this content, please visit O'Reilly's web site, search for the title of this book to find its catalog page, and click on the link below the cover image (Examples, Companion Content, or Practice Files). Note that while we provide as much of the media content as we are able via free download, we are sometimes limited by licensing restrictions. Please direct any questions or concerns to [email protected].




Learning Microsoft Office XP


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Learning Microsoft Office XP provides readers with a total-immersion, hands-on tutorial that walks them step by step, mouse-click by mouse-click, keystroke by keystroke through essential features of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Designed for readers at a variety of skill levels, the well-illustrated, spiral-bound manual contains easy-to-read, appealingly formatted procedural explanations and step-by-step exercises in a multi-part Lesson format. Real-life, on-the-job exercise scenarios make content immediately relevant. An accompanying CD-ROM includes data files and a host of other resources. Word 2002 (Basic Editing Skills; Formatting Basics; Using the Internet and E-mail; Creating Web Pages; Creating Tables; Creating Documents with Merge; Creating and Editing Longer Documents; Enhancing Documents and Automating Tasks). Excel 2002 (Working with Formulas and Formatting; Working with Functions, Formulas, and Charts; Advanced Printing, Formatting, and Editing; Advanced Chart Techniques; Working with Lookup Functions, PivotCharts, and PivotTables; Internet and Integration with Excel). Access 2002 (Working with Tables and Datasheets; Simplifying Data Entry with Lookups and Forms; Find Information in a Database; Display Information with Reports). PowerPoint 2002 (Editing and Formatting a Presentation; Starting Up a Slide Show). For anyone who wants to develop skills in using the features of the various components of Microsoft Office XP.