Windows 10 Tips and Tricks (includes Content Update Program)Book + Content Update Program Easily Unlock the Power of Your New Windows 10 Computer Discover hundreds of tips and tricks you can use right away with your Windows 10 computer to get more done and have more fun. You’ll learn how to use your Windows 10 computer both as a powerful communication, organization, and productivity tool and as a feature-packed entertainment device. Guy Hart-Davis shows you strategies for making the most of Microsoft’s robust built-in apps, from the new Edge browser to your Cortana personal assistant. Easy to understand and nontechnical, Windows 10 Tips and Tricks is perfect for beginners--and for more experienced users ready to get more productive or move to a new computer. Whether you’re running Windows 10 on a desktop, a laptop, or a tablet, get this book and run it better! Here’s just a sampling of what this book’s tips, tricks, and strategies will help you do:
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Contents
Introduction | |
Setting Up Windows | |
Navigating Windows Like a | |
Connecting to Networks and the Internet | |
Connecting External Hardware | |
Customizing Windows to Suit Your Needs | |
Sorting Out Your Files Folders and Storage | |
Securing and Sharing Your Computer | |
Installing Running and Managing Apps | |
Installing Running and Managing Apps | |
Enjoying Music Photos and Videos | |
Browsing the Internet Safely | |
Communicating via Email and Skype | |
Updating and Troubleshooting Windows | |
Going Further with Advanced Moves | |
Running Multiple Operating Systems on Your Computer | |
Optimizing Your Computers Performance | |
Securing and Sharing Your Computer | |
Optimizing Your Computers Performance | |
Making Advanced Changes by Editing the Registry | |
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Common terms and phrases
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