Windows 10 in easy steps - Special Edition: Covers the Creators Update

by Mike McGrath

Overview

Windows 10 in easy steps Special Edition, 2nd Edition is a comprehensive, yet concise guide that will walk you through Windows 10 basics so that you're up and running in no time. Then, in easy steps, it'll gently guide you through advanced features to help you venture further and get more from Windows 10.

Install/upgrade the right Windows 10 release for you

Master the new interface, desktop and the Start menu

Learn to use the great new features in the Creators Update, including 3D and mixed reality, game broadcasting, connecting to people faster, and much more.

Find, download and use key apps for work and for fun

Utilize internet and cloud facilities such as OneDrive

Enjoy Microsoft Edge, the new innovative web browser

Take control of your devices and printers

Save time use the Search feature and Cortana

Create and monitor your home network

Organize and share your files safely

Keep your Windows 10 working smoothly & efficiently

Explore Windows Registry, file encryption, PowerShell, and more, all at your own pace

This guide also includes a chapter on troubleshooting so it'll serve as a key reference point for the future a great investment for all Windows 10 users!

Covers the Creators Update, due for release Spring 2017.

Some of the great new features that will feature in this second edition of the Windows 10 in easy steps – Special Edition:

NEW – Paint 3D application to work with and create 3D models

NEW – My People feature to prioritize sharing

Edge web browser gets tab previews and blocks Flash by default

Cortana digital assistant is extended to understand more commands

Mail app is much improved with better options and performance

Windows Update gets options to provide more control

Privacy Settings gets options to provide more control

PowerShell is now the default shell instead of Command Prompt

Settings are extended and now favored over Control Panel

Action Center gets improvements for better control

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781840787559
Publisher:	In Easy Steps Limited
Publication date:	08/08/2017
Series:	In Easy Steps
Edition description:	Second Edition
Pages:	480
Product dimensions:	7.20(w) x 8.70(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

Mike McGrath gained his extensive knowledge of computer languages while working as a developer contracting to companies around the world. Mike is an established In Easy Steps author with several guides to his credit including: C++; Javascript, Java, Linux, PHP, SQL and Visual Basic Express.

Table of Contents

• Introducing Windows 10
• Choosing your computer
• Installing Windows 10
• The Windows 10 interface
• Windows 10 apps
• Desktop and Taskbar
• Built-in programs
• Windows downloads
• Windows Store
• Search techniques
• Manage files and folders
• Email and messaging
• Microsoft Edge
• Digital images
• Windows games
• Music and sound
• Devices and printers
• Networking Windows
• Control Panel and Mobility Center
• Troubleshooting
• Backup and recovery
• Security and encryption
• Command Prompt
• Update and maintain
• Windows performance
• Windows Registry
• Extending Windows