Download these free preview chapters from soon-to-be-published Microsoft Press books about Windows 7. Be sure to bookmark this page because we will add new sample chapters as they become available.
On This Page
Learn how to become an expert on Windows 7—from the inside out! This book packs hundreds of timesaving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and workarounds into a concise, fast-answer format. In addition, the companion CD includes tools, downloads, and helpful resources.
Chapter 2: Installing and Configuring Windows 7
Chapter 4: Personalizing Windows 7 (coming soon)
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Chapter 11: Backup, Restore and Recovery New!
Chapter 21: Performing Routine Maintenance
Windows 7 Resource Kit
Sample the definitive resource for administering Windows 7—with expert insights from Microsoft Most Valued Professionals and the Windows 7 team. Get more than 1,700 pages of technical guidance on deployment, administration, and security—all updated for Windows 7.
Chapter 23: Support Users and Remote Assistance
Chapter 29: Deploying IPv6
Windows 7 Step by Step
The smart way to learn to use the latest version of Windows is one step at a time! Work at your own pace through easy-to-follow lessons and hands-on exercises, building exactly the skills you need, when you need them.
Chapter 1: Explore Windows 7
Chapter 2: Navigate Windows and Folders
Windows 7 for Developers
Improve your productivity and efficiency while creating new user experiences and applications by using new innovative features such as multi-touch gesture support, graphics and video enhancements, the Ribbon intuitive user interface, and federated search.
Chapter 2: Integrate with the Windows 7 Taskbar, Part 1
Windows 7 Administrator’s Pocket Consultant
The Windows 7 Administrator's Pocket Consultant is the on-the-go reference that desktop administrators and support professionals can carry with them as they support and manage Windows 7.
Chapter 5: Managing User Access and Security and Chapter 9: Installing and Maintaining Programs New!
