Introduction.

Part I: Getting Started.

Chapter 1: What’s New in Windows XP SP2?

Chapter 2: Getting Around in Windows XP.

Chapter 3: Files, Folders, Documents, and Icons.

Chapter 4: Help and Support for Power Users.

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Interface Problems.

Part II: Customizing Windows XP.

Chapter 6: Setting Up Your Work Environment.

Chapter 7: Sharing a Computer with User Accounts.

Chapter 8: Customizing Startup Options.

Chapter 9: Using Speech, Language, and Accessibility Features.

Chapter 10: Setting Up Multiple Monitors.

Chapter 11: Troubleshooting Customization Problems.

Part III: Managing Files and Folders.

Chapter 12: Industrial-Strength File Management.

Chapter 13: Creating and Managing Folders.

Chapter 14: Managing Disks, Folders, and Files.

Chapter 15: Using CDs and DVDs.

Chapter 16: Creating Shortcuts to Favorite Places.

Chapter 17: Searching for Files and Folders.

Chapter 18: Realistic Backup Strategies.

Chapter 19: Troubleshooting File and Folder Problems.

Part IV: Printing and Faxing.

Chapter 20: Installing and Managing Printers.

Chapter 21: Printing Documents and Screenshots.

Chapter 22: Managing Print Jobs.

Chapter 23: Sending and Receiving Faxes.

Chapter 24: Troubleshooting Printing and Faxing.

Part V: Securing Your System.

Chapter 25: Getting Online.

Chapter 26: Blocking Hackers with Windows Firewall.

Chapter 27: Keeping Current with Security Patches.

Chapter 28: Blocking Viruses and Worms.

Chapter 29: Conquering Pop-Up Ads.

Chapter 30: Dealing with Adware and Spyware.

Chapter 31: Troubleshooting Security.

Part VI: Power Using the Internet.

Chapter 32: Browsing the Web with Internet Explorer.

Chapter 33: Doing E-Mail with Outlook Express.

Chapter 34: Communicating Online with .NET Passport.

Chapter 35: Using FTP and Newsgroups.

Chapter 36: Troubleshooting Internet Problems.

Part VII: Using and Creating Digital Media.

Chapter 37: Playing with Pictures.

Chapter 38: Making Music with Windows Media Player 10.

Chapter 39: Watching DVD, Video, and More.

Chapter 40: Getting Started with Windows Movie Maker 2.

Chapter 41: Power Users Guide to Movie Maker 2.

Chapter 42: Using VHS, LPs, DVD, and More.

Chapter 43: Troubleshooting Multimedia.

Part VIII: Installing and Removing Programs.

Chapter 44: Downloading Programs.

Chapter 45: Installing and Upgrading Programs.

Chapter 46: Getting Older Programs to Run.

Chapter 47: Setting Program Access and Defaults.

Chapter 48: Getting Rid of Programs.

Chapter 49: Managing Application Programs and Processes.

Chapter 50: Troubleshooting Software Problems.

Part IX: Installing, Using, and Troubleshooting Hardware.

Chapter 51: Installing Hot-Pluggable Devices.

Chapter 52: Installing Other Hardware.

Chapter 53: Managing Drivers and Devices.

Chapter 54: Troubleshooting Hardware Errors.

Part X: Performance and Maintenance Issues.

Chapter 55: Using System Restore the Right Way.

Chapter 56: Performance-Tuning Your System.

Chapter 57: Managing Your Power Options.

Chapter 58: Editing the Windows Registry.

Chapter 59: Troubleshooting Performance Problems.

Part XI: Home and Small-Business Networking.

Chapter 60: Creating Your Own Network.

Chapter 61: Setting Up Your Network.

Chapter 62: Sharing Resources on a LAN.

Chapter 63: Using Shared Network Resources.

Chapter 64: Troubleshooting Network Problems.

Appendix A: Upgrading to Windows XP.

Appendix B: Installing XP on a New System.

Appendix C: Professional Edition Features.

Appendix D: Universal Shortcut Keys.

Index.