Chapter 1. Getting Started with Windows 7

Are you ready to learn about Windows 7? In this chapter, you learn a few basic techniques and concepts that will help get comfortable with Windows. These topics include starting Windows 7, understanding what you can do with Windows 7, and taking a tour of the Windows 7 screen. You also learn how to use a mouse with Windows 7, use the Windows 7 Help system, and activate your copy of Windows 7. The chapter closes by showing you how to restart Windows 7 and how to shut down your system when you are finished using it.

Getting Started with Windows 7

Start Windows 7 4

What You Can Do with Windows 7 6

The Windows 7 Screen 7

Using a Mouse with Windows ...

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