Windows 10 in easy steps - Special Edition, 2nd Edition

Covers the Creators Update

Mike McGrath

• Publisher: In Easy Steps Limited
• Year: 2017
• ISBN:
  9781840787856
• Topic: Computer Science
• Subtopic: Operating Systems
• Index: Computer Science

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! Some of the great new features that feature in this second edition of Windows 10 in easy steps - Special Edition are: 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.

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Introducing Windows 10

This chapter introduces Microsoft’s latest operating system, Windows 10. We see the new features, what editions are available, and take a look at some free Microsoft downloads.

Windows releases

Windows 10 compatibility

New features in Windows 10

Editions of Windows 10

Microsoft OneDrive

Windows 10 connectivity

Microsoft Office Online

Windows freebies

Windows releases

There have been many versions of Microsoft Windows. The operating system was initially designed for IBM-compatible PCs, but was later extended to support larger computers such as servers and workstations. A derivative version, Windows CE, was also developed for smaller devices such as PDAs and cell phones.

The main versions of Windows that have been released include:

Date	Client PC	Server	Mobile
1985	Win 1.0
1987	Win 2.0
1990	Win 3.0
1993		Win NT 3.1
1995	Win 95
1996		Win NT 4.0	Win CE 1.0
1998	Win 98
2000	Win ME	Win 2000	Win CE 3.0, Pocket PC 2000
2001	Win XP		Pocket PC 2002
2003		Win Server 2003	Win Mobile 2003
2006	Win Vista
2007		Win Home Server	Win Mobile 6
2009	Win 7	Win Server 2008
2010			Win Phone 7
2012	Win 8	Win Server 2012	Win Phone 8
2015	Win 10		Win 10 Mobile

The original IBM PC was supported by PC-DOS and MS-DOS operating systems, developed for IBM-compatible PCs.

Windows 10 for PCs and larger tablets comes in four editions:

• Windows 10 Home

• Windows 10 Pro

• Windows 10 Enterprise

• Windows 10 Education

The first three versions of Windows listed were designed for the 16-bit processor featured in the PCs of the day. Windows 95, 98 and ME added support for 32-bit processors. Windows NT was for 32-bit only while XP and 2000 added 64-bit support. Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, and the newer server editions, support...

Table of contents

• Cover
• Title
• Copyright
• Contents
• 1 Introducing Windows 10
• 2 Choosing your computer
• 3 Installing Windows 10
• 4 The Windows 10 interface
• 5 Windows 10 apps
• 6 Desktop and Taskbar
• 7 Built-in programs
• 8 Windows downloads
• 9 Windows Store
• 10 Search techniques
• 11 Manage files and folders
• 12 Email messaging
• 13 Microsoft Edge
• 14 Digital images
• 15 Windows games
• 16 Music and sound
• 17 Devices and printers
• 18 Networking Windows
• 19 Protection and Ease of Access
• 20 Troubleshooting
• 21 Backup and recovery
• 22 Security and encryption
• 23 Windows PowerShell
• 24 Update and maintain
• 25 Windows performance
• 26 Windows Registry
• 27 Extending Windows
• Back Cover