PC QuickSteps, Second Edition

Step-by-Step, Full-Color Graphics! Get started using your PC right away--the QuickSteps way. Color screenshots and clear instructions show you how to manage, customize, and troubleshoot your desktop or laptop PC. Follow along and learn how to install and configure hardware and software, use Windows Vista, manage files, access and navigate the Internet, set up a home network, secure your PC, and much more. Get the book that gets you up and running on your PC in no time. Use these handy guideposts: Shortcuts for accomplishing common tasks Need-to-know facts in concise narrative Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things Bonus information related to the topic being covered Errors and pitfalls to avoid   Table of contents Introduction Ch 1. Getting to Know Your PC Ch 2. Working with Windows Vista Ch 3. Connecting to and Using the Internet Ch 4. Installing and Using Programs Ch 5. Installing and Using Audio and Video Hardware Ch 6. Upgrading, Installing, and Configuring Hardware Ch 7. Securing Your PC Ch 8. Setting Up a Home Network Ch 9. Getting Maximum Use Out of Your Laptop PC Ch 10. Troubleshooting Hardware Problems Index