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You already know the ups and downs of Windows Vista-now it's time to learn the ins and outs of Windows 7! Internationally recognized Windows experts, Microsoft insiders, and authors Paul Thurrott and Rafael Rivera cut through the hype to pull away the curtain and reveal useful information not found anywhere else. Regardless of your level of knowledge, you'll discover little-known facts on how things work, what's new and different, and how you can modify Windows 7 to meet your own specific needs.
A witty, conversational tone tells you what you need to know to go from Windows user to Windows expert and doesn't waste time with basic computer topics while point-by-point comparisons demonstrate the difference between Windows 7 features and functionality to those in Windows XP and Vista.
Windows 7 is the exciting update to Microsoft's operating systemAuthors are internationally known Windows experts and Microsoft insidersExposes tips, tricks, and secrets on the new features and functionality of Windows 7Reveals best practices for customizing the system to work for youInvestigates the differences between Windows 7 and previous versions of WindowsNo need to whisper! Window 7 Secrets is the ultimate insider's guide to Microsoft's most exciting Windows version in years.
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Rafael Rivera is a software developer for a VAR 500 company, Telos Corporation, where he works on mission critical systems. He is a Certified Reverse Engineering Analyst (CREA) and takes Windows apart on his blog Within Windows (www.withinwindows.com). He also regularly “tweets” (www.twitter.com/withinrafael). Rafael was born on the same day as Windows 1.0—November 20, 1985—which many believe is no coincidence.
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Preface xv
Read This First 1
Part I: Surviving Setup 19
Chapter 1: Selecting the Right Windows 7 Edition 21
Chapter 2: Installing or Upgrading to Windows 7 45
Chapter 3: Hardware and Software Compatibility 89
Part II: The New and Improved Windows 7 User Experience 117
Chapter 4: What’s New in the Windows 7 User Experience 119
Chapter 5:Where’s My Stuff? Finding and Organizing Files 195
Chapter 6: Personalizing and Configuring Windows 7 225
Part III: Security and Networking 251
Chapter 7: Windows 7 Security Features 253
Chapter 8: Users, Accounts, and UAC 269
Chapter 9: Networking and HomeGroup Sharing 301
Chapter 10: Complete Your Home Network with Windows Home Server 335
Part IV: Digital Media and Entertainment 357
Chapter 11: Digital Music and Audio 359
Chapter 12: Organizing, Fixing, and Sharing Digital Photos 419
Chapter 13: Digital Videos and DVD Movies 489
Chapter 14: Microsoft Zune: A Digital Media Alternative 553
Chapter 15: Digital Media in the Living Room 609
Chapter 16: Having Fun: Games and Windows 7 665
Part V: Mobility 703
Chapter 17: Seven to Go: Windows 7 Mobility Features 705
Chapter 18: Using Tablet PCs and Ultra-Mobile PCs 735
Chapter 19: Windows in Your Pocket—Using a Windows Mobile Smartphone 765
Part VI: Windows 7 Online 787
Chapter 20: Browsing the Web 789
Chapter 21: Managing E‑mail and Contacts 837
Chapter 22: Managing Your Schedule 865
Chapter 23: Your Life in Sync—Windows 7 and Live Services 899
Part VII: Windows 7 Power User 935
Chapter 24: Keeping Your Data Safe: File and PC Backup 937
Chapter 25: Troubleshooting and Recovering from Disaster 961
Chapter 26: IT Pro: Windows 7 at Work 983
Index 1011
