Windows 11 Inside Out by Bott, Ed; -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

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Cover Page Title Page Copyright Page Pearson’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Dedication Contents at a Glance Table of Contents Acknowledgments About the author Introduction

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Part I: Windows essentials

Chapter 1. Everything you need to know about Windows

What’s new in Windows 11? Setup, updates, and upgrades User experience Windows 11 and the web Cloud connections Windows 11 apps and the new Microsoft Store Security Windows 11 and hardware

Chapter 2. Setting up a new Windows 11 PC

Backing up data and settings Downloading and creating installation media Windows 11 minimum hardware requirements Installing Windows 11 Activating Windows Using multiple operating systems on the same PC Tweaking and tuning your Windows installation

Chapter 3. Using Windows 11

An overview of the Windows 11 user experience Using and customizing the Start menu Using the Start menu to search Using and customizing the taskbar Customizing the Quick Settings pane Managing notifications and eliminating distractions Managing and arranging windows Switching between tasks and desktops Using a keyboard and voice input in Windows 11

Chapter 4. Personalizing Windows 11

Customizing the look and feel of Windows Using themes to save and apply personalizations Fine-tuning visual options Setting date and time, currency, and other regional options Overcoming challenges Working with fonts

Chapter 5. Installing and configuring apps

Understanding the Windows app landscape Installing, managing, and uninstalling apps Managing apps and processes with Task Manager Managing startup apps Setting default apps and file-type associations Turning Windows features on or off Setting AutoPlay options

Chapter 6. Using and managing built-in Windows apps

Apps included with Windows 11 Mail, Calendar, People, and To Do Using Microsoft Teams Music, photos, and movies Performing screen captures with Snipping Tool Using Maps

Chapter 7. Using Microsoft Edge

An overview of Microsoft Edge Managing Edge profiles and sync Customizing browser settings Working with tabs Making webpages easier to read Finding and organizing information Managing privacy and tracking prevention Opening incompatible pages in Internet Explorer mode Using Microsoft Edge to read and edit PDFs

Chapter 8. Managing local and cloud storage

Setting up hard disks and other storage devices Connecting OneDrive to your Windows PC Managing disk space Managing existing disks and volumes Working with virtual hard disks

Part II: Managing Windows 11

Chapter 9. Using File Explorer

Mastering File Explorer Organizing personal data with user profile folders and libraries Integrating OneDrive with File Explorer Recovering lost, damaged, and deleted files and folders Sorting, filtering, and grouping in File Explorer Searching from File Explorer Configuring the Windows search index Advanced search tools and techniques Saving searches

Chapter 10. Managing user accounts, passwords, and credentials

Creating and managing user accounts Making the sign-in process more secure Signing out, switching accounts, or locking your computer Sharing your PC with other users Introducing access control in Windows

Chapter 11. Configuring Windows networks

Windows 11 networking essentials Enabling network discovery Setting the network location Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to another computer with Remote Desktop Sharing files, printers, and other resources over a local network Finding and using shared resources on a Windows network Connecting to and using cloud-based apps and resources Troubleshooting network problems

Chapter 12. Windows security and privacy

Understanding security threats Monitoring your computer’s security Keeping Windows up to date Configuring privacy options Preventing unsafe actions with User Account Control Blocking malware Stopping unknown or malicious programs with Microsoft Defender SmartScreen Encrypting information Blocking intruders with Windows Defender Firewall

Chapter 13. Managing hardware and devices

Adding, configuring, and removing hardware devices Setting up Bluetooth devices Managing USB devices Updating and uninstalling drivers Printers and print queues Configuring displays and graphics adapters Speakers, microphones, and headsets

Chapter 14. Performance and power management

What causes performance problems? Viewing details about your system Monitoring performance with Task Manager Using Resource Monitor to pinpoint performance problems Managing services Managing battery life on portable PCs Power management on desktop systems

Chapter 15. Troubleshooting, backup, and recovery

Getting to know your troubleshooting toolkit Event Viewer Dealing with Stop errors Troubleshooting in Safe Mode Checking disks for errors Offering remote support with Quick Assist Windows 11 backup and recovery options Configuring and using System Restore

Part III: For IT professionals and Windows experts

Chapter 16. Windows Terminal, PowerShell, and other advanced management tools

Using and configuring Windows Terminal An introduction to PowerShell Working in a Command Prompt session Editing the Windows registry Automating tasks Using Microsoft Management Console

Chapter 17. Running Windows 11 in a virtual machine or in the cloud

Virtualization in Windows 11 Creating an instant VM with Windows Sandbox Setting up Hyper-V on Windows 11 Creating and managing virtual machines with Hyper-V Manager Running a virtual machine Changing settings for a virtual machine Importing, exporting, and moving Hyper-V VMs Running virtual machines from the cloud

Chapter 18. Using Android and Linux on Windows 11

Linking an Android phone to your PC Running Android apps on Windows 11 Using the Windows Subsystem for Linux

Chapter 19. Managing Windows PCs in the enterprise

Using a domain-based network Managing an Azure AD-based network Managing hybrid networks Managing computers with Group Policy Deploying Windows 11 in the enterprise Managing Windows 11 in the cloud Microsoft Intune Managing special-purpose computers

Part IV: Appendixes

Appendix A. Windows 11 editions and licensing options

Windows 11 editions at a glance Retail and OEM editions Editions for organizations Editions for educational institutions

Appendix B. The Windows Insider Program

How the Windows Insider Program works Enrolling a device in the Windows Insider Program Keeping track of what’s in each preview build Submitting and tracking feedback

Appendix C. Help and support resources

Online help Online reference material from Microsoft Getting technical support What’s next for Windows

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