Mentor™ for Windows® XP
Table of Contents
Overview
Use Mentor
- Use Mentor for Windows XP?
Introduction to Windows XP
- How Does Windows XP Work?
The Basics of Windows XP
Windows Basics
Windows Basics
- Explore the Start Menu
- Explore the Parts of a Window
- Explore Toolbars
- Explore Right-Clicking to Open Shortcut Menus
- Adjust the Date and Time
- Adjust, Move, and Close Windows
- Turn Off the Computer
Manage Files and Folders
Navigate Files and Folders
- Overview of Files and Folders
- Explore the My Documents Folder
- Explore Internet Integration
- Navigate with My Computer
- Use Windows Explorer
- Use Search
- Use History
- Clear My History
- Use Favorites
- Add a Location to Favorites
- Organize Favorites
Manage Files and Folders
- Create a Folder
- Open a File
- Copy a File or Folder
- Rename a File or Folder
- Open a File with Another Program
- Open a File with Drag and Drop
- Change the Program that Opens a File Type
- Delete a File or Folder
- Restore a Deleted File or Folder
- Permanently Delete Items
CC: Sort and Display Files and Folders
- Sort Files and Folders
- Display File and Folder Types and Location
- Change the Way Files or Folders Display
- Use the Details View
Work with Programs
Use Programs
- Start and End Programs
- Close a Program that Isn't Responding
- Switch Between Programs
- Use the Run Command
- Schedule a Program
- Add Software
- Remove Software
Work with Basic Windows Utilities
- Explore Notepad
- Explore WordPad
- Edit a Document with WordPad
- Embed Information in Another Document
- Explore the Paint Utility
- Create a Picture
- Modify a Picture
- Explore Accessibility Features
- Explore the Calculator
Explore Digital Media and Gaming Features
- Explore Windows Media Player
- Explore Windows Movie Maker
- Explore My Pictures
- Explore Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices
- Explore Gaming Options
Print
Print
- Print from a Program
- Control Print Jobs
Connect with Windows XP
Work on the Internet
- Connect to the Internet
- Overview of Internet Explorer
Use Windows Messenger
- Set Up Windows Messenger
- Explore Windows Messenger
- Add a Contact
- Delete a Contact
- Send an Instant Message
- Send a File
Use Modems
- Windows XP and Modems
- Prevent My Modem from Disconnecting
- Get My Modem to Dial
- Connect at My Modem's Optimal Speed
- Set Up to Send and Receive Faxes
- Fax a Document
Explore Home Networking
- Explore Home Networking
- Set Up a Host Computer on a Network
- Set Up a Client Computer on a Network
- Enable the Internet Connection Firewall
Customize
Customize the Desktop
- Show System Icons
- Create Shortcuts
- Customize System Icons
- Customize Shortcut Icons
- Arrange Icons
- Hide Desktop Icons
- Add a Background Image
- Select a Screen Saver
- Configure a Screen Saver
Customize the Taskbar and Start Menu
- Explore the Taskbar
- Reposition and Resize the Taskbar
- Rearrange Toolbars in the Taskbar
- Hide the Taskbar
- Customize the Start Menu
- Add Programs to the Start Menu
Customize Toolbars
- Reposition Toolbars
- Rearrange Toolbars on Separate Lines
- Change the Way Toolbars Display
- Show the Quick Launch Bar
- Add a Program to the Quick Launch Bar
- Remove a Program from the Quick Launch Bar
- Add the Address Bar
- Add the Links Toolbar
- Modify the Links Toolbar
- Create a New Toolbar
- Close a Toolbar
Customize Folders
- Overview of Folder Options
- Change the Folder Template
- Add a Picture to a Folder Thumbnail
- Change a Folder's Icon
Set Sound and View Options
- Use Volume Controls
- Customize Sounds
- Use Magnification
- Customize Shading and Screen Animation
- Change Screen Resolution and Color Palette
- Customize Windows Elements or Schemes
Modify Mouse Operations
- Configure the Mouse
- Change the Pointers
- Modify the Pointer Motion
Work with User Accounts
Work with User Accounts
- Create a New User Account
- Change an Account
- Change My Password
- Use Fast User Switching
- Explore the Welcome Screen
- Secure a Folder
- Set Password Protection for a Screen Saver
Modify and Maintain the System
Maintain the Drives
- Clean Up the Disk to Improve System Performance
- Detect and Repair Disk Errors
- Defragment a Drive to Improve System Performance
Prevent and Resolve System Problems
- Use the System Restore Feature
- Display the System Configuration
- Obtain Remote Assistance
- Provide Remote Assistance
Update the System
- Add New Windows Features
- Add Windows Components
- Remove Windows Components
- Use Automatic Update
- Get Older Programs to Work in Windows XP
Use MSN Explorer
Overview of MSN Explorer
- Create an MSN Explorer Account
- Overview of MSN Explorer
- Sign In and Sign Out of MSN Explorer
- Explore the Home Page
Personalize MSN Explorer
- Personalize My Home Page
- Change My Picture
- Change My Stuff
Use MSN Explorer E-mail
- Explore the Inbox
- Write E-mail
- Add Contacts to the Address Book
Access Windows Messenger with MSN Explorer
- Explore Windows Messenger in MSN Explorer
- Add a Buddy
- Delete a Buddy
- Send an Instant Message in MSN Explorer
Use MSN Explorer Favorites
- Add a Web Page to Favorites
- Organize MSN Explorer Favorites
- Import Internet Explorer Favorites
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