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Windows Vista may be the next big thing, but it still contains enough quirks and unaccountable behaviors to vex anyone. This unique guide not only discusses the most irritating features of the latest Microsoft operating system and how to get around them, but also explains how to improve Windows and do more with the software than Microsoft intended. You'll find information on setup, installation, upgrade from other Windows versions, the revamped interface, new security features, user accounts, troubleshooting, and the markedly improved Internet Explorer 7. Other chapters cover a wide range of key topics:
- Media Center - tips on photos, videos, music, TV tuners, HD, and the media center engine
- The Registry - explains the background and tools for working with Windows' database of settings
- Tinkering Techniques - offers hacking-style customization and problem-solving topics
- Networking and Wireless - includes LAN setup, WiFi sniffers and access points, connection sharing, firewalls, routers, and FTP
- Scripting and Automation - introduces simple programming using the Windows Scripting Host for automating repetitive tasks
No other book takes our patented cranky, solutions-oriented approach. Our collection of tips, tools and techniques will improve your experience with Windows Vista, so you can control the OS -- rather than the other way around.
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Book: Windows Vista Annoyances,
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This review is from: Windows Vista Annoyances: Tips, Secrets, and Hacks for the Cranky Consumer (Paperback)
Excellent, superb, wonderful!! If you are knowledgable in computers and want a book that teaches 'everything possible' to do with Windows Vista, then this is the book for you! Especially if you work with them, too!
I went from a Windows 98SE PC to Vista Premium, this book taught me everything I needed to know & more. I believe the author allows potential users to use his online version of the book for a period of time, too. Believe me, it's worth anyones money IF YOU NEED IT! Make sure you do need it!
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Somebody should send this to the Microsoft morons!,
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This review is from: Windows Vista Annoyances: Tips, Secrets, and Hacks for the Cranky Consumer (Paperback)
I recently bought a new PC so had Vista inflicted on me. What a mess!! Problems that were evident in Windows 3.1 (yes, that long ago!) have resurfaced and the performance is atrocious, so thank goodness for this book.
You will be able to get rid of many of the problems of Vista but for some, it does take a bit of courage and knowledge to use the registry to get things done. It's worth it though, my system is at least 30% faster. And I've got control of MY PC, I am not being dictated to by Microsoft. My only criticism is it is based on older versions of Vista and Microsoft have now even blocked some of the fixes used in the book. Let's hope the authors can provide answers to those as well.
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4.5 out of 5 stars (17 customer reviews) 54 of 57 people found the following review helpful:
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"Windows Vista is like a papaya...",
By Brett Merkey - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Windows Vista Annoyances: Tips, Secrets, and Hacks for the Cranky Consumer (Paperback)
§ "...sleek on the outside but a big mess on the inside." The author gives this executive summary in the first sentence of _Windows Vista Annoyances_ and then rolls up his sleeves and gets to work. This book has a different approach from other books that deal with Windows annoyances, like one I recommend, Big Book of Windows Hacks. David Karp is scarcely concerned with potty training tips for Microsoft's maligned new operating system. Instead, he conveys patterns of good habits and basic hygiene that serve to make you master of Vista and not the reverse. Notice that particular focus in the organization of the book. After the intro chapter, we get into: 2) Shell Tweaks 3) The Registry 4) Working with Media 5) Performance 6) Troubleshooting 7) Networking and Internet 8) Users and Security 9) Scripting and Automation Appendix A - BIOS Settings Appendix B - TCP/IP Ports All good core stuff here. There are 64 pages on the Windows registry alone. This is a far more detailed (and valuable) treatment than other books of this sort. Karp's writing style is clear and he makes certain that every term or concept that may present a problem is properly explained. In addition, this book has something that is not common for a tech book nowadays: a fairly complete and definitely useful index. The index, combined with solid content, makes this book a worthwhile tool. § 22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
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An absolute "must have" if you're going to live with Vista...,
By Thomas Duff "Duffbert" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Windows Vista Annoyances: Tips, Secrets, and Hacks for the Cranky Consumer (Paperback)
Sometimes, a book in the Annoyances series is one that you can use to fine-tune an application you use often. And then there's this one... Windows Vista Annoyances by David A. Karp. Regardless of whether you hate Vista or think it's the best Windows OS out there, you'll be finding useful and applicable tips on every other page here. Vista is just tailor-made for a book like this, and Karp takes full advantage of the opportunities.
Contents: Get Started with Windows Vista: Editions of Vista; Install Windows Vista; Migration to Windows Vista Shell Tweaks: Customize Windows Explorer; Working with Files and Folders The Registry: The Registry Editor; Structure of the Registry; Registry Tasks and Tools; File Type Associations Working with Media: Playing Video; Handling Online Video; Sound and Music; Photos, Pictures, Images; Media Center Annoyances; CD and DVD Drives Performance: Trim the Fat; Make Your Hardware Perform; Hard Disk Troubleshooting: Crashes and Error Messages; Dealing with Drivers and Other Tales of Hardware Troubleshooting; Preventative Maintenance and Data Recovery Networking and Internet: Build Your Network; Internet Me; Secure Your Networked PC; Web and Email Users and Security: Manage User Accounts; Permissions and Security; Logon and Profile Options; Share Files and Printers Scripting and Automation: Windows Script Host; build a VBScript Script; Object References; Wacky Script Ideas; Command Prompt Scripting; Windows PowerShell BIOS Settings TCP/IP Ports Index When I bought my new laptop , it came loaded with Vista. Since it was pretty early in the Vista release cycle, I thought it would be good to learn it since adoption would be widespread in a short period of time. Yeah, right. Vista turned into one of the most annoying operating experiences of my life. Slow performance, endless "do you really want to..." dialog boxes, reboot times that took forever... While you can't get rid of the overall pain of Vista (unless you "upgrade" to XP or a Mac), you can use Karp's information to lessen the daily headaches. For instance, he takes you into the Performance Options settings to help you figure out what eye candy you can live without so that you actually get work done. He shows you how to tweak the registry to eliminate the menu opening delay. He also goes into some depth on how to get Vista set up to greatly reduce the start-up time (and that's a MAJOR accomplishment). And that's just a fraction of what you'll find here that will find immediate application in your life with Vista. It's always a good thing to get a decent reference guide to the major software packages in your life. Vista is no exception. But there's a few packages where you need someone to tell you how to *live* with the less-than-stellar results on your screen. Vista's the poster child for that. Windows Vista Annoyances should be *very* close at hand as you work with the operating system. Assuming you haven't already switched to something else... 21 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Resource For Vista Admins,
By Daniel McKinnon "Dan" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Windows Vista Annoyances: Tips, Secrets, and Hacks for the Cranky Consumer (Paperback)
Can anyone remember in recent memory an operating system more hated from the start than Windows Vista? The outcry from users, developers, admins etc have caused this OS to become infamous to say the least. With all the changes and confusion for this latest generation of Microsoft Windows, it's great that a book like 'Windows Vista Annoyances: Tips, Secrets, and Hacks' is out on the market. This book is perfect for IT Admins that are having problems with this "upgrade" from the mighty Micro$oft. With over 600+ pages of material, this book is jam packed full of information to get things up and working (and STAY up and working) right away. From creating scripts to troubleshooting problems when Vista won't load up or crashes for no good reason, this is a perfect book to have on your desk. The audience is for IT admins but any hacker could get something from this book if you are not enjoying your Vista experience.
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