Introduction
I Getting Started
1 Understanding Desktop PCs
2 Understanding Notebook PCs
3 Setting Up Your New Computer System
II Using Windows
4 Getting to Know Windows Vista
5 Using Windows XP on Older Computers
6 Personalizing Windows
7 Working with Files, Folders, and Disks
III Upgrading and Maintaining Your System
8 Adding New Hardware and Devices to Your System
9 Setting Up a Home Network
10 Performing Routine Maintenance
11 Dealing with Common Problems
12 Protecting Your PC from Viruses, Spam, and Other Online
IV Using Computer Software
13 Installing New Software
14 The Suite Spot: Working with Microsoft Works and Microsoft
15 Letters, Memos, and More: Working with Microsoft Word
16 Crunching Numbers: Working with Microsoft Excel
17 Presenting Yourself: Working with Microsoft PowerPoint
18 Banking and Beyond: Working with Microsoft Money and Quicken
19 Connecting to the Internet—At Home and on the Road
V Using the Internet
20 Sending and Receiving Email
21 Surfing the Web with Internet Explorer
22 Searching the Web
23 Shopping Online
24 Buying and Selling in eBay Online Auctions
25 Exploring Blogs and Podcasts
26 Social Networking with MySpace
27 Creating Your Own Web Page
28 Exploring Other Cool and Useful Websites
29 Sending and Receiving Instant Messages
VI Exploring the Digital Lifestyle
30 Using Your PC with a Digital Camera
31 Organizing and Editing Your Digital Photos
32 Sharing Your Digital Photos Online
33 Playing, Ripping, and Burning CDs
34 Downloading and Playing Digital Music
35 Using Your PC with an iPod or MP3 Player
36 Playing DVDs and Videos on Your PC
37 Downloading and Playing Videos from the Web
38 Making Your Own Digital Home Movies
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