Configuring and Troubleshooting Windows XP Professional (Paperback)

The Complete Guide to Implementing Windows XP Professional

"When I first saw Windows XP in the early beta versions, I was astonished by the number of additions and improvements that Microsoft had incorporated into it. Windows XP is the most feature-rich and useful desktop operating system yet. Because Windows XP includes so many new and useful features, the prospect of mastering it may appear daunting. However, many will find that using Windows XP will make using a computer more enjoyable, and that mastering XP is more a matter of play, rather than work. To put it simply: XP rocks. I found both myself and the other contributors with whom I worked on this book sharing a common enthusiasm for the product. It is our hope that we also communicate this enthusiasm to you, and that you will find this book informative and enjoyable."
-Martin Grasdal, Technical Editor and Contributor

1. Learn Windows XP Professional's Features
Master the new user interface, wireless networking support, remote assistance, and multimedia capabilities.

2. Create Users and Groups
Learn the tasks required to manage permissions on a local Windows XP machine.

3. Understand the System Tools
Learn how Windows XP handles system maintenance such as back up, defragmenting, and restoring systems.

4. Learn About Windows XP's Networking Technologies
Configure dial-up and VPN connections, Internet Connection Sharing (ICS), TCP/IP and Wireless Zero Configuration.

5. Configure Internet Technologies
Configure a secure Internet client environment and instant messaging to enable real-time communication.

6. Explore Remote Desktop Sharing
Find out how to log on to your desktop computer from another computer, host many simultaneous sessions, and perform fast switching.

7. Master Windows XP Security Features
Read about the three major categories of XP security: file system security, account security, and network security.

8. Read About Microsoft's IntelliMirror Technology
See how it is integrated with Active Directory service and Group Policies and used to manage user data and settings.

9. Troubleshoot Windows XP Professional
See how the new Program Compatibility Wizard simplifies application troubleshooting.

10. Register for Your 1 Year Upgrade
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Contents

CHAPTER 1 NEXT GENERATION WINDOWS

CHAPTER 2 INSTALLING WINDOWS XP PROFESSIONAL

CHAPTER 3 EXPLORING THE WINDOWS XP USER INTERFACE

CHAPTER 4 MANAGING WINDOWS XP PROFESSIONAL

CHAPTER 5 WORKING WITH SYSTEM TOOLS

CHAPTER 6 WINDOWS XP NETWORKING

CHAPTER 7 CONFIGURING INTERNET TECHNOLOGIES

CHAPTER 8 ADDING NEW HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE

CHAPTER 9 USING THE COMMUNICATION TOOLS