Getting Started With Windows 7
Since its release, Windows 7 has enjoyed strong sales and looks set to repair some of the damage done to Microsoft’s reputation by Vista. There are plenty of new features to enjoy, from the interface tweaks that make it easier to manage open windows, to the folder libraries interface that provides better access to your music, video and photos. Almost every aspect of the operating system has been improved, such as the Action Centre that manages system security and maintenance, or the revised taskbar that makes launching programs and key functions much more straightforward. Networking support has also been enhanced, so it’s simple to connect up to a network and share files and resources with other users. Whether you’re a seasoned Windows user or completely new to it, you should find plenty to enjoy and explore in the software.
This Guidaroo has been put together to help you get up and running with Windows 7. We’ll take you through installing the operating system on your hard drive, show you how to assign user accounts, and explain how you can tailor the appearance of Windows to suit your own needs and tastes. It’s important that you ensure your system is secure, which is why we have guides on the Action Centre and Windows Firewall, and should you happen to get into trouble there’s an extensive look at the Help and Support facilities built into the software. Finally, we’ve also managed to fit in a collection of essential Windows 7 tips and tricks that will flag up some of the features you might not have noticed. If you’ve just upgraded to Windows 7, this is a guide that you’ll find yourself turning to again and again.
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- Welcome to Windows 7 – Find out why Microsoft’s latest operating system is the most powerful version yet.
- Installing Windows 7 – We’ll show you how to get up and running from the Windows setup process.
- The Windows 7 interface – Discover how to find your way around Windows 7 and the new features it has to offer.
- Setting up user accounts – Find out how to assign user accounts to members of your family and others.
- Customising the interface – Tweak the look and behaviour of the Windows 7 interface to suit your personal needs.
- Working with digital media – Windows 7 has been designed to make the most of your music, photos and videos – find out how.
- Connecting to a local network – Home networking is easier than ever in Windows 7 – we’ll show you why.
- Sharing files between PCs – Share files and content.
- The Windows 7 Action Centre – The Action Centre acts as a hub for managing all your security and maintenance tools.
- Configuring the Windows 7 firewall – Make sure that remote threats are kept locked out and safely away from your PC and files
- Windows 7 Help And Support – If you run into trouble, you’ll find plenty of Windows 7 support and advice is available in the OS.
- Windows 7 Tips And Tricks – Learn some little-known tweaks and expert tricks that you can employ in Windows 7.
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