Windows XP Headaches: How to Fix Common (and Not So Common) Problems in a Hurry - Softcover

Simmons, Curt

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0072224614 ISBN 13: 9780072224610

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media, 2002

Synopsis

Windows XP Headaches is the ultimate resource for fast and effective troubleshooting. From taskbar troubles to aggravating security issues this solutions-packed guide helps you identify the symptom and quickly diagnose and treat the problem--and even helps to alleviate migraine-causing problems like system crashes, installation issues, and boot failures.

About this title

About the Author

Curt Simmons (Saint Jo, Texas) is a freelance writer and technical trainer who specializes in Windows operating systems and BackOffice products. He holds the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and Microsoft Certified Trainer certifications (MCT). Aside from his technical expertise, Curt has a BA in English and a Master's degree in education. He has been working with windows Me since Beta 1. His numerous other books include MCSE Study Tips for Dummies, Configuring Windows 2000 Server, and the forthcoming Active Director Bible from IDG Books.

From the Back Cover

Fast, Effective Relief from XP Troubles

Having difficulties with Windows XP? Relief is here. Now you can fix Windows XP problems fast using this highly effective and practical guide. Organized by topic, Windows XP Headaches helps you to identify the symptom and quickly diagnose and treat the problem. Each chapter is filled with powerful remedies and pain-relieving solutions to alleviate even migraine-worthy problems like system crashes, installation issues, and boot failures. From taskbar troubles and mouse malfunctions to faulty Internet connections and aggravating security issues, this easy-to-use book will show you how to achieve peak performance with Windows XP. And it includes a handy chart listing cures for the top 20 Windows XP headaches, making this the ultimate troubleshooting resource.

Stop suffering from XP headaches, including:

• Difficulties with display settings and themes
• Recycle bin blues
• Password difficulties
• Account feature pains
• Permissions aggravations
• Frustrations with mail management
• Problems with network setup and access
• Aggravations with accessories
• Struggles with software
• Problems with peripherals and Internet connections
• Aggravating modem behavior
• Pains with remote desktop and remote assistance
• Radio tuner and video troubles
• Annoyances with audio
• Difficulties with laptops and Windows XP
• Failures, crashes, and other migraines

Reviews

As the installed base of Microsoft's newest operating system, XP, grows, guides to its use will continue to proliferate (see also Computer Media, LJ 3/1/02). Upgraders with little previous experience will be drawn to 10 Minute Guide, which highlights changes from earlier versions and explains common tasks step by step. Small and leaving no room for background or troubleshooting assistance, this should be purchased in conjunction with more comprehensive guides, such as The Missing Manual. It provides enough background to allow new home users and upgraders to get up and running, while leaving them feeling as if they have a handle on why and how things work. Ample screen shots and sidebars further this process; recommended for all libraries. Headaches, for beginning to intermediate users, focuses on troubleshooting common XP problems and annoyances, like a too-rapid cursor blink rate. Nutshell is a reference for advanced users of home and professional editions, with an alphabetical format that allows quick lookup of functions and features within larger sections (e.g., networking, the registry, etc.). Each is useful and appropriate for larger libraries.'
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0072224614
• ISBN 13: 9780072224610
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 415