In a concise and clear format, O'Reilly and Mott deliver all the pertinent information that Windows 98 users will need to know. The readers get both the nitty-gritty details and the bigger context as they learn about the Active Desktop, file management, and basic communication features.

The author of the popular "Windows Annoyances" takes readers step-by-step through the workarounds for the annoyances found in the new Windows 98 operating system.

Discusses how to install, run, and configure Windows XP for both the home and office, explaining how to connect to the Internet, design a LAN, and share drives and printers, and includes tips and troubleshooting techniques.

An update of the popular beta edition of "Introducing Microsoft Windows 98", this second edition has been fully revised to cover the release version of Windows 98. Exclusive information is included on how Windows 98 works with files, folders, directories, system utilities, applications, and more.

Fortunately, most of us don't need to fiddle with the Registry. But if it's your job, this book is the reference you'll want to have close by. The book-and-CD set provides an overview, starting from the baseline tools of the Registry that are directly accessible, like RegEdit and .INF files. Concepts and recurring features of the Registry are explained, so developers can ensure that their applications are well behaved in the many flavors of 32-bit Windows. They'll also be able to extend the functionality of the various Windows shells through proper modification of Registry files. It's a single comprehensive source of much-needed information and tools. "Inside The Microsoft Windows 98 Registry" topics include: - The basics - The Registry Editor and other Registry tools - Registering filename extensions - Customizing the desktop, Start Menu, and Control Panel - Customizing the Explorer menu and shell icon settings - Miscellaneous Registry settings - Programming issues

An introduction to designing web pages that includes information on using HTML format, creating graphics, choosing the right audio and video accents, and other related topics.

With this title, readers will gain a complete understanding of the Windows 95 operating system and feel comfortable with modifying any aspect of it, using the Command Line from the DOS or Run prompt, the Explorer, the Registry, the Control Panel, or any other tool or application that exists in Windows 95.