New PC? Tools, products, and tips to help you get started
 
Getting started with a new PC? Use these articles and communities to help you get going and be more productive right away.
 
Start with the basicsProtect your computer
• Set up and maintain your Windows Vista PC
• 20+ ways to customize Windows Vista
• New Media Center PC? Learn the basics
• New Tablet PC? Discover its special features
• 4 steps to set up your home wireless network
• 10 ways to personalize your PC
• Get security updates automatically
• How to prevent spyware
• Protect your computer against viruses
• Why should you use a computer firewall?
• How to create strong passwords
• Prepare the PC for your kids
  
Work hardPlay hard
• Basic training for Office 2007
• See Office 2007 in action
• Get up to speed with Outlook 2007
• Get up to speed with PowerPoint 2007
• Get up to speed with Word 2007
• Get up to speed with Excel 2007
• Get started with games for Windows
• Build the ultimate digital music jukebox
• Experience the power of PC gaming
• Download fun extras for your PC
• Get more gaming power out of your PC
• 5 great time-waster games
  
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• Ask the Security at Home community
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