Windows XP Pro

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With the release of Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2), Microsoft’s corporate desktop operating system offers enhanced protection against viruses, worms, and hackers. SP2 includes features like Windows Firewall, a Pop-up Blocker for Internet Explorer, and the Windows Security Center, but lacks printed instructions. This guide fills that gap. Coauthored by David Pogue, a New York Times technology columnist, it uses wit and technical insight to assist first-time and intermediate users. The book clearly explains XP’s features, revealing which are effective and which are not. It covers tools like Remote Desktop for connecting to the office from home, an encryption file system for protecting sensitive information, and Windows Messenger for real-time communication. Early chapters guide users through menus, locating files, reducing window clutter, and managing the new multi-column Start menu. Special sections help navigate corporate networks and set up small-office networks. It also addresses security with user accounts, file encryption, and the NTFS file system. Additionally, the book demystifies Outlook Express 6, Internet Explorer 6, and Windows Messenger. This guide is ideal for novices and budding power users, making Windows XP Pro more accessible and enjoyable for all users, including tech enthusiasts.