Colour illustrated throughout and a free CD-ROM with every copy. Thoroughly revised and up-dated, the second edition of this bestselling title now includes: the new Windows XP operating system; a free CD-ROM containing extra material with every copy; even more help for beginners; step-by-step instructions; exercises at the end of each chapter, to help you test your skills; screen shots and illustrations; guidance for people with disabilities; common peripherals (scanners, digital cameras etc). This book continues to offer essential background information for all computer users to enable them to take control of their lives - stay in touch with family and friends, meet new people, arrange holidays and leisure activities, and order food or goods to be delivered at home. Written in clear, jargon free language, the book will provide an easy-to-use guide for readers interested in computing.