PCs All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))

Your one-stop guide to a long and happy relationship with your PC Mark Chambers doesn't believe computers are supposed to be complicated, and this book proves it. Here you'll find the straightforward scoop on using and enjoying your PC, whether it's your first one or your fifth. From using Microsoft Works and getting online to digital multimedia, problem-solving, and network security, it's all at your fingertips! Discover how to: Use the different ports on your PC Troubleshoot Windows XP Listen to Internet radio Use Microsoft Works and Office 2003 Make movies and DVDs Set up and secure a network Covers the most popular PC applications and tools available today, fully revised to include Windows XP, Office "X," Works 7, and basic Internet, digital photography, and home networking Walks the reader through setting up a computer, navigating the Windows desktop, using e-mail, exploring the Internet, and much more Convenient minibook format makes it easy to find desired information quickly Gives you the straightforward scoop on using and enjoying your PC, whether it's your first one or your fifth. From using Microsoft Works and getting online to digital multimedia, problem-solving, and network security, this work shows you how to: use the different ports on your PC; troubleshoot Windows XP; and set up and secure a network. Now in its third edition, this comprehensive reference covers the most popular PC applications and tools currently in use. Topics covered include PC hardware, Windows XP, the Internet, Microsoft Works, Microsoft Office Version 2003, multimedia, upgrading, and home networking. Previous ed.: 2003 If your name is Hemingway or Faulkner or King, the first chapter is always the toughest to write.