Book Details:
Pages: | 952 |
Published: | Dec 06 2013 |
Posted: | Nov 19 2014 |
Language: | English |
Book format: | PDF |
Book size: | 147.38 MB |
Book Description:
Windows 8.1 continues the evolution of the most radical redesign in Microsoft's history. It combines the familiar Windows desktop with a new, touchscreen-friendly world of tiles and full-screen apps. Luckily, David Pogue is back to help you make sense of it-with humor, authority, and 500 illustrations.The important stuff you need to know:What's new in 8.1. The update to 8.1 offers new apps, a universal Search, the return of the Start menu, and several zillion other nips and tucks.New features. Storage Spaces, Windows To Go, File Histories-if Microsoft wrote it, this book covers it.Security. Protect your PC from viruses, spyware, spam, sick hard drives, and out-of-control kids.The network. HomeGroups, connecting from the road, mail, Web, music streaming among PCs-this book has your network covered.The software. Media Center, Photo Gallery, Internet Explorer, speech recognition-this one authoritative, witty guide makes it all crystal clear. It's the book that should have been in the box.
Out of the Box
2nd Edition
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Storage, Security, & Networking Pocket Consultant
Portable and precise, this pocket-sized guide delivers ready answers for administering storage, security, and networking features in Windows 8.1. Zero in on core tasks through quick-reference tables, instructions, and lists. You'll get the focused information you need to save time and get the job done - whether at your desk or in the field. Coverage includes: Managing firmware, boot configuration, and startup Using TPM and BitLocker Managing disk drives and file systems Configuring advanced storage Managing file security and resource sharing Maintaining data access and availability Configuring and troubleshooting TCP/IP networking Managing mobile networking and remote access Configuring advanced networking solutions...
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