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$a Part I Working in Windows XP: the basics of using Windows XP; running programs; installing programs; working with documents in Windows XP; using accessories; getting help; copying, moving and sharing information between programs. Part II Managing your disk: using files and folders; managing files and folders; formatting and partitioning disks; backing up your disks. Part III Configuring Windows for your computer: setting up your start menu and taskbar; setting up your desktop; configuring your keyboard and mouse; adding and removing hardware; setting up printers, fonts and faxing; working with graphics and sound; working with video; running Windows XP on laptops; accessibility options. Part IV Windows XP on the Internet: configuring Windows to work with your modem; connecting to Internet and online service accounts; e-mail and newsgroups using Outlook Express; browsing the World Wide Web; advanced browsing; conferencing over the Internet; using other Internet programs with Windows XP. Part V Networking with Windows XP: designing a Windows-based local area network; configuring Windows for a LAN; sharing drives and printers; connecting your LAN to the Internet; computer and network security. Part VI Windows housekeeping: keeping your disk safe; tuning Windows XP for maximum performance; troubleshooting Windows XP; other Windows XP resources. Part VII Behind the scenes - Windows XP internals: Windows XP configuration and control files; registering programs and file types; running DOS programs and commands; automating tasks with the Windows scripting host.

$a This text offers up-to-date details on installing, running and maximising Windows XP. It explains how to connect to the Internet, design a LAN, share drives and printers and provides troubleshooting and tuning tips for improving performance.