Part 1. At a Glance

Week 1 tells you about Windows from the user’s perspective. You’ll learn about new Windows XP features, how to install Windows, and how to use the interface features. This week also tells you how to use Windows efficiently. It doesn’t matter if you’re surfing the Internet, playing a game, or working with an accessory. The main goal this week is to help you understand Windows usage techniques. Of course, we’ll cover many fun areas, and you’ll learn many tips, too. The following list tells you more about each day:

  • Day 1, “Introduction to Windows XP,” investigates three main topics. The first topic explores the question, “What can Windows XP do for me today?” The second topic answers the question, “How has Windows XP changed?” ...

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