This "Fast & Easy" guide provides a visual learning tool for Windows XP, covering all the new features with step-by-step instructions and hundreds of action shots.

Windows XP brings the convergence of integrating the strengths of Windows 2000--standards-based security, manageability and reliability--with the best features of Windows 98 and Windows Me. With a fresh new visual design, common tasks have been consolidated and simplified, and new visual cures have been added to help users. And now learning Windows XP is a breeze. With this book's step-by-step instructions, you'll be sure to get the most out of what the popular XP operating system has to offer. Whether you're starting with desktop basics or jumping ahead to networking, this book is the perfect tool for mastering the many features of Windows XP.