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Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks, 2nd Edition
In an ideal world, an operating system would do its job in the background, while you did yours in the foreground. In reality, though, operating systems often get in the way, fouling up the process at the most inopportune times. And Windows XP is no exception.
O'Reilly's popular series for customizing and troubleshooting Windows once again comes to the rescue with Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks. Offering dozens of on-target tips, workarounds, and warnings, Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks allows users to improve their overall experience with the Windows XP operating system in every way possible.
You'll learn how to use the Registry Editor; how to customize the interface beyond Microsoft's own intentions; and how to master Windows' built-in networking capabilities, including advanced technologies such as Internet Connection sharing, Remote Desktop sharing, and virtual private networking. And now, with this updated edition, you can also expect detailed coverage of the newly released Service Pack 2 (SP2) technology.
SP2 is designed to make your work with the Windows XP operating system even easier and safer by providing superior protection against viruses, hackers, and worms. Among the core SP2 components covered in Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks are Windows Firewall, Pop-up Blocker for Internet Explorer, and the new Windows Security Center.
David Karp, veteran author of several titles in the Windows Annoyances series, is behind the wheel of this comprehensive guide, as well. Karp points out numerous SP2-related quirks and unaccountable behaviors that are guaranteed to increase your level of perplexity and frustration. By recognizing these shortcomings, Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks arms you with the knowledge to overcome them.
Karp leaves no stone unturned in providing the ultimate resource for the ever-expanding Windows XP market. As a result, you'll be able to seize complete control of the Windows XP operating system--instead of the other way around.
O'Reilly's popular series for customizing and troubleshooting Windows once again comes to the rescue with Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks. Offering dozens of on-target tips, workarounds, and warnings, Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks allows users to improve their overall experience with the Windows XP operating system in every way possible.
You'll learn how to use the Registry Editor; how to customize the interface beyond Microsoft's own intentions; and how to master Windows' built-in networking capabilities, including advanced technologies such as Internet Connection sharing, Remote Desktop sharing, and virtual private networking. And now, with this updated edition, you can also expect detailed coverage of the newly released Service Pack 2 (SP2) technology.
SP2 is designed to make your work with the Windows XP operating system even easier and safer by providing superior protection against viruses, hackers, and worms. Among the core SP2 components covered in Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks are Windows Firewall, Pop-up Blocker for Internet Explorer, and the new Windows Security Center.
David Karp, veteran author of several titles in the Windows Annoyances series, is behind the wheel of this comprehensive guide, as well. Karp points out numerous SP2-related quirks and unaccountable behaviors that are guaranteed to increase your level of perplexity and frustration. By recognizing these shortcomings, Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks arms you with the knowledge to overcome them.
Karp leaves no stone unturned in providing the ultimate resource for the ever-expanding Windows XP market. As a result, you'll be able to seize complete control of the Windows XP operating system--instead of the other way around.
664 pages, Paperback
First published October 8, 2002
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April 8, 2018
a good read for anyone who's running XP
May 11, 2009
This book is an incredible way to come up to speed with the ins and outs of living with Windows.
If you're used to environments like UNIX where everything is infinitely configurable, Windows can seem pretty inflexible. However, if you're willing to learn a little and dig into the registry among other things, you may very well be as surprised as I was by how much control you can have.
More importantly, this is a great conceptual introduction to the Windows technology ecosystem for geeks who wouldn't know a DWORD from a door stop.
As an added benefit, the book delivers on its title, giving you the opportunity to tame some of the more irritating default Windows ships with.
The writing style is light and humorous while still conveying the information, and the author isn't afraid to say so when something smells like rotten fish.
If you're used to environments like UNIX where everything is infinitely configurable, Windows can seem pretty inflexible. However, if you're willing to learn a little and dig into the registry among other things, you may very well be as surprised as I was by how much control you can have.
More importantly, this is a great conceptual introduction to the Windows technology ecosystem for geeks who wouldn't know a DWORD from a door stop.
As an added benefit, the book delivers on its title, giving you the opportunity to tame some of the more irritating default Windows ships with.
The writing style is light and humorous while still conveying the information, and the author isn't afraid to say so when something smells like rotten fish.
February 16, 2008
Like David Pogue's "Missing Manual", this one's a storehouse of useful little tidbits of info, and has been most helpful.
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February 7, 2013i will learn
October 29, 2013
A fun book back in the day.
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