Windows XP in a Nutshell, Second Edition documents everything there is
to know about the world's most widely used operating system. Updated to
include information on Service Pack 2 (SP2), this compact guide is the
ultimate resource for IT professionals and Windows XP power users
everywhere.Written in O'Reilly's time-tested in a Nutshell format,
Windows XP in a Nutshell, Second Edition cuts through the hype and
delivers practical details in a no-nonsense manner. At the heart of the
book is an invaluable 200-plus-page section titled Windows XP
Application and Tools. In it, readers will find:
- A list of available commands and utilities, including Start Menu
accessories, command prompt tools, and hidden system administration
utilities
- A Task and Setting Index for quick access to hundreds of XP settings
- A complete reference to XP's command prompt, including advanced
commands and scripting features
Windows XP in a Nutshell, Second Edition also includes a primer on
files, folders, and windows; control panels and built-in applications;
how to set up a PC for Internet use; and the standard Windows rituals of
troubleshooting, installation, and upgrading.And, of course, this
greatly expanded second edition also includes all the need-to-know
details about the security technologies featured in SP 2, so you can
better defend yourself against viruses, worms, and hackers. Readers even
receive guidelines and instructions for installing SP2 on their PC, or
across a network of computers.With its wealth of tips, careful
instruction, and expert advice, this must-have desktop reference is
dedicated to making your time at the computer safer, easier, and more
fun.
