Windows 10 Inside Out

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• The supremely well-organized Windows 10 reference: the best and smartest ways to work with Windows 10!
• Hundreds of timesaving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and workarounds from the award-winning authors of the immensely popular Windows 7 Inside Out
• Complete coverage of the brand-new Windows 10 interface, Windows Store apps, and Windows 10 integration with Microsoft and third-party cloud-based services
• Contains authoritative and complete sections on getting started, file management, apps, security/privacy/networking, maintenance/troubleshooting, and Windows 10 hardware
• Makes even the most difficult topics crystal clear, regardless of technical experience

Description

Conquer Windows 10--from the inside out!
Dive into Windows 10--and really put your Windows expertise to work. Focusing on the most powerful and innovative features of Windows 10, this supremely organized reference packs hundreds of timesaving solutions, tips, and workarounds. From the new Microsoft Edge browser to the personal assistant Cortana, from security to the enhanced Start menu, discover how the experts tackle essential Windows 10 tasks--and challenge yourself to new levels of mastery.

• Install, configure, and personalize Windows 10
• Transition smoothly from Windows 7 or Windows 8.1
• Discover the fast, efficient Microsoft Edge browser
• Use the Cortana personal assistant to handle reminders and information retrieval
• Explore cloud services
• Find, manage, back up, and restore files
• Use the Windows 10 Mail, Calendar, and People apps
• Retrieve, organize, and enjoy digital media
• Harden security and strengthen privacy
• Add Windows Store apps
• Fine-tune performance and troubleshoot crashes
• Share resources and control computers remotely
• Automate tasks and use advanced system management
• Run Hyper-V virtual machines

• Your role: Experienced intermediate-level to advanced-level Windows user
• Prerequisites: Basic understanding of Windows procedures, techniques, and navigation

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Table of Contents

Introduction     xix
Who this book is for     xix
Assumptions about you     xix
How this book is organized     xx
Acknowledgments     xxi
Errata, updates, & book support     xxi
Free ebooks from Microsoft Press     xxi
We want to hear from you     xxii
Stay in touch     xxii
PART 1: Getting started with Windows 10     1
Chapter 1: What’s new in Windows 10     3
Next-generation hardware     4
The Windows 10 user experience      5
Fundamental changes in core features     11
Windows 10, the web, and cloud services     13
Working and playing with Windows 10     15
More updates, more often     17
Windows 10 for IT pros and experts     19
Chapter 2: Installing, configuring, and deploying Windows 10     21
Before you start     22
Check for potential compatibility problems     23
Back up your data and settings     24
Choose the right package     25
Choose your upgrade method     27
How Windows 10 Setup works     28
Upgrading to Windows 10     29
Using Windows Update     29
Using Windows installation media     33
Checking compatibility     33
Transferring files, apps, and settings     34
Performing a clean install     39
Making bootable media     39
Setup and your hard disk     44
Configuring a multiboot system     48
Activating Windows     52
Entering a product key     54
Activating a retail copy of Windows     57
Activation requirements for OEM installations     57
Product activation and corporate licensing     58
Managing Windows activation from the command prompt     59
Tweaking and tuning your Windows 10 installation     59
Chapter 3: Using Windows 10     61
An overview of the Windows 10 user experience     62
Navigating Windows 10     64
Using and customizing the Start menu     64
Using and customizing the taskbar     71
Controlling how notifications appear     76
Switching tasks     79
Switching between virtual desktops     81
Using Windows 10 on a touchscreen device     82
Managing and arranging windows     89
Cortana and search     93
Chapter 4: Personalizing Windows 10     99
Settings vs. Control Panel     99
Customizing the visual appearance     100
Selecting the desktop background     101
Selecting colors     103
Customizing mouse pointers     104
Configuring desktop icons     105
Controlling the appearance of other icons     107
Configuring the taskbar with multiple displays     108
Customizing the lock screen     109
Working with fonts     110
Making text easier to read     111
Using font sm

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