Welcome to Switching to Windows Vista for SENIORS

Author: Studio Visual Steps
ISBN: 978 90 5905 045 7
Book type: Paperback
Number of pages: 248

Price: US $19.95 Canada $26.95

Become familiar with the new features in Windows Vista

This book is written especially for seniors who are already familiar with the operating system Windows XP and want to move to Windows Vista. In order to make a smooth transition from XP to Vista, there are a number of things to consider. For instance, which edition of Windows Vista are you going to use? Are you going to use your old computer, or will you buy a new one? Is your old computer capable of running Windows Vista? If that is the case, are you going to upgrade your Windows XP system to Vista, or will you start with a clean installation? This book will provide you with all the information you need to make these choices.

Even if you are an experienced XP user, switching to Windows Vista will take some time getting used to. The overall appearance has changed. Some features and windows can be found in a different location and new features and programs have been added. This practical book using the reowned Visual Steps Method will acquaint you step by step with the most important new features of Windows Vista.

Topics covered in this book:

• The different editions of Windows Vista
• Installing Windows Vista on your computer
• Transferring files and folders
• Introduction to new and updated programs
• Backups and system restore
• Security and Parental Controls
• Working with the updated Folder window
• Windows Media Center
• Windows Photo Gallery and Windows DVD Maker
• Windows Agenda

Prior experience required:

• Basic knowledge of Windows XP

This book is suitable for:

• Windows Vista Ultimate
• Windows Vista Home Premium
• Windows Vista Ultimate
• Windows Vista Home Basic*

* Windows DVD Maker and Windows Media Center are not available in this edition of Vista

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Visual Steps

Switching to Windows Vista for SENIORS is based on the Visual Steps method. This method which makes all of our books for seniors so special, features the following:

• Content - the special needs and requirements of the beginning user with little or no technical background have been taken into account.
• Structure - self-paced, learn as you go. Proceed step-by-step with easy to follow instructions. What's more, the chapters are organized in such a way that you can skip a chapter or repeat another as desired.
• Illustrations - plentiful use of screen illustrations to show you if you are on the right track.
• Layout - large sized book and large print make it easy to read.

The Studio Visual Steps Authors

The Studio Visual Steps team of authors consists of different professionals, all thoroughly experienced in their subject field. The proven Visual Steps methodology features:

• Easy, step by step instructions
• Screen illustrations for each step