How to do everything with Windows XP

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Learn to run this sophisticated operating system with ease and enjoy the many features that make XP an efficient, rock-solid computing environment. Tap powerful functionality like home and small-office networking, Media Player, system security, and privacy protection. Manage files and folders, searches, and taskbar grouping with the simplified visual design. Communicate through text messaging, voice, or video through Windows Messenger. View, store, and organize digital photographs with My Pictures. Quickly change custom desktop configurations with fast user-switching. How To Do Everything with Windows XP will help you accomplish more in less time than you ever imagined.Operate effectively in the Home or Professional environments Configure the XP desktop and master the XP Control Panel Use the innovative features of Internet Explorer 6 and Network Setup Wizard Access and run a virtual desktop through Remote Desktop and Remote Assistance Capture, edit, organize, and share home movies with Windows Movie Maker Play DVDs, store digital music, or burn CDs with the media player Unleash greater networking capabilities Bridge networks, create firewalls, and use new security features Play games with greater stability and support features Learn the advantages of Windows 2000-generation code