Mastering Windows XP Professional

Complete Coverage of Windows XP Professional The latest from the world's leading Windows authority, Mark Minasi, Mastering Windows XP Professional is the premier resource for anyone installing, configuring, and administering Windows XP, from corporate networks to small businesses and home. Depend on it for step-by-step instruction in hundreds of key techniques-not to mention a thorough look at all of XP's new features and troubleshooting advice that will save you time, money, and countless headaches. Coverage Includes Using the new Start menu and Control Panel Setting up broadband Internet connections Configuring a peer-to-peer network Securing your PC and network from intruders Running programs designed for previous versions of Windows Transferring files and settings from one computer to another Sharing your desktop with remote users Connecting to remote computers using Remote Desktop Connection Constructing wireless networks with Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) Using Windows Media Player 10 Communicating in real time using the newest version of Windows Messenger Using Windows XP on Portable Computers Preventing disaster; backing up and recovering data Using the Services and MMC administration tools Bonus Coverage: XP Digital Media Tips and Tricks Includes full-color visual, step-by-step instruction on the most popular XP digital media skills. In minutes, you'll learn how to burn a CD, buy/download/play audio CDs, listen to radio stations, watch DVD movies, and much more.Minasi, Mark is the author of 'Mastering Windows XP Professional', published 2004 under ISBN 9780782143829 and ISBN 0782143822.