Introduction.

Part 1: Installation and Setup.

Chapter 1: Introducing Windows XP Professional.

Chapter 2: Installing Windows XP Professional.

Chapter 3: Using the Desktop and Getting Help.

Chapter 4: Customizing the Interface.

Chapter 5: Installing, Running, and Managing Applications.

Chapter 6: Using Windows XP Professional on Notebook PCs.

Part 2: Managing Applications, Files, and Folders.

Chapter 7: Managing Files and Folders.

Chapter 8: Installing and Working with Printers and Fonts.

Chapter 9: Installing and Configuring Hardware.

Part 3: XP Digital Media.

Chapter 10: Windows Media Player.

Chapter 11: Digital Media and Movie Maker.

Part 4: The Internet and E-mail.

Chapter 12: Connecting to the Internet.

Chapter 13: Web Browsing with Internet Explorer.

Chapter 14: Using the Communications Programs.

Chapter 15: Using Outlook Express for E-mail and News.

Part 5: Home Networking.

Chapter 16: Windows XP Professional Networking and Network Design Primer.

Chapter 17: Setting Up and Configuring Your Own Small Network.

Chapter 18: Wireless Networking.

Chapter 19: Windows XP Security.

Part 6: Advanced Networking.

Chapter 20: Connecting to Domains.

Chapter 21: Working with Windows Server 2003.

Chapter 22: Connecting to Non-Microsoft Networks.

Part 7: Network Administration.

Chapter 23: Administrative and Diagnostic Tools.

Chapter 24: Active Directory Essentials.

Chapter 25: Understanding and Using the Registry.

Chapter 26: Scripts for Automation.

Chapter 27: Disaster Prevention and Recovery.

Chapter 28: Auditing Security.

Part 8: Advanced Topics .

Chapter 29: Secure Telecommuting.

Chapter 30: The Microsoft Management Console.

Chapter 31: Managing Windows XP Professional Services.

Chapter 32: Hosting Web/FTP Servers.

Chapter 33: Advanced Troubleshooting Methodology.

Index.