Microsoft Books

I have finally found a book that gives complete and practical coverage of this massive new OS. Most books on the subject don't seem nearly as practical. I especially liked the worksheets that were included on the CD-ROM. I am using those to help plan and implement W2K in my network. The Decision Trees are cool too. This book is well worth the price.

This Windows 2000 Professional On Site book provides you with plenty of step-by-step instructions on how to perform both intermediate and advanced tasks in Windows 2000. It is easy to follow, and provides insight on topics that are rarely documented. This is a must-have book for anyone managing Windows 2000 Professional.

"The illustrations. . .are very good. I like to see the screen captures of what the author is talking about just in case the student is studying and does not have a computer in front of them." ----Laura Hunt Tulsa Community College

Well written and easy to understand.I have had great success teaching from previous versions." Cathie Hoffman, Scott CC

I've read plenty of books on Windows 2000 Server, and this is one is my favorite. You can tell the author used to be a teacher because the explanations and walk-throughs are very thorough, decreasing the chances of making an error while performing tasks. I especially like the explanations on TCP/IP, Active Directory domains, DHCP, and DNS. Of course, these are basic pieces of 2000 Server, but Ms. Ballew details them nicely.
There are also an incredible amount of resouces on the CD that I've printed out and used in my migration from NT to 2000, and my Net Admins are appreciative for the good start and organizational options these offer.

If I had to choose one book to pick for upgrading to, migrating to, or installing a new Windows 2000 domain, I'd have to choose this one.

Wow! This book has it all! I'd suggest this book for anyone who is upgrading to or using Windows 2000 Server on a network. For those who are upgrading, a complete guide for planning, installing, and managing, as well as setting new standards for inventory, security, and more. There's plenty of information on using DNS and DHCP too, as well as a chapter devoted to Routing and Remote Access.

On the CD, there's a hundred or so worksheets that can help you with the migration or upgrade, and plenty of web sites that you can access if you get in trouble with it. I'd say this book is a MUST HAVE for any Windows 2000 administrator.

This book is simpily amazing. Wayne Robertson hits the spot on Windows networking. He is very knowledgable in this subject, and I love it. I live for this book and it gives me a hope every day to live. He makes it so easy to understand. I owe my life to Wayne

Of all the books I've purchased on the subject of networking for Windows 95 and NT, this is the one I reach for when I need to have a question answered fast.

As a newby to Windows, I blindly used Windows 95 as I learned about the Windows platform. As the weeks passed, so did the quality of the performance of my programs. My CD-ROM was no longer available, my desk top lost things around the edges, and then when I tried to load a free software package from an Internet Service Provider, and had to abort the load, I lost 8 drivers and the platform no longer wanted to load. It was clearly time to stop putting up with this deterioration and start fixing things. A couple of guru's were of no help with the ROM so I took the advice of one and bought this book. I am now well on my way to total recovery and am deeply grateful to Kay Nelson for taking the time to write all of this down for those of us that flounder when encountering the Great God, Windows 95, Ruler of My PC, whether I like it or not. I now feel that I am starting to regain my rightful control of my computer, for the first time in about 8 weeks. I am not used to an operating system that tells me I am not allowed to load things into my computer, even if it is probably good advice. And I will have trouble adjusting to the new world of missing and modified DOS commands. And with Kay's help, I may soon be able to guess where my old and friendly app's programs might have put the file we just created. Yes, Windows 95 has truly been driving me crazy for about 8 weeks, but I am now feeling better, since help has arrived.

This book took my Dad who is 90% blind to just short of computer literate... Now if this can do wonders for visually handicapped imaginge what it can do for you. Pictures and step by step approach is wonderful. I am in computer retail business and Highly recommed this book to all

An all purpose easy to follow manual on how and what to do with Windows 95. The title really says it all.It is my all-purpose computer manual.

This book is great! I bought a scanner and didn't really know anything about scanning. There were many other books on the subject, but it was only this one that I felt was for beginners. It is very well written. The chapters are well organized and things are explained clearly.-Chantal G.

This book is great! I bought a scanner and didn't really know anything about scanning. There were many other books on the subject, but it was only this one that I felt was for beginners. It is very well written. The chapters are well organized and things are explained clearly.-Chantal G.

Super 270 page book that takes you step by step through the process of learning and using Windows 98. I found most everything I needed to know to get me started, and much more. It features a very complete table of contents and index to help you quickly find the info you want, then presents the info in an easy to understand manner, without the technical jargon the "experts" use. Topics range from Bare Bones Basics, Fixing Problems and Understanding Windows and Menus, to Printing Files, Sharing Information, Changing Settings and Finding Help When an Error Message Appears On Your Screen (An aid that I use often). This volume contains more data than some of the much more expensive videos and books I've seen, and its even easier to use. A free CD-Rom is included to help you. I refer to the book often. Well worth the price.

If you want to start computing and you are really at ground zero--my exact scenario, I'm afraid--this is your bible! This book assumes you know nothing--my exact scenario, I'm afraid--and gets you going painlessly and with humor. It comes with a cd to download for on-screen, hands-on lessons; what more could you ask for? NOT TO BE CONFUSED WITH "WINDOWS 98 FOR DUMMIES," this book, "Dummies 101,Windows 98" is the place for you to start if "Windows 98 for Dummies" was over your head--my exact scenario, I'm afraid. Of course now I'm a whiz, but this book got me started and I'm sending copies to friends in need this X-Mas.

This is an excellent book for the first time computer user. My Dad is 72, and just got a computer. It has been a great tool for him. Real hands on, illustrated instructions. It is also helping me with areas of the computer that I don't normally use.

Many books on computers are either insulting to one's intelligence or, at the other extreme, full of techno-babble. This book is written in the middle ground. It is clear, thorough, and concise. The authors anticipate your questions and answer them all in a step-by-step progression. As an avowed sufferer of techno-phobia, I HIGHLY recommend it. It will cure you of your worst computer fears.

GREAT book! Easy/quick reading. Very nicely laid out and easy to follow. The title is very appropriate--"Clear & Simple". Step by step explanations and examples are given on how to use all of the features (plus many I wasn't even aware of) for both the H/PC and the P/PC. Neither of the two manuals I have for my H/PC gave me 1/10th the information that this book did! Put your Microsoft manuals in a drawer and use this book!

Windows CE Clear and Simple is just what the title claims it is -- a simple, clear introduction to Windows CE. Covering both Handheld PCs (including H/PC Pro's) and Palm-size PCs, this book covers the most commonly-used Windows CE features and functions, and will answer all of the questions a new Windows CE user will have. While this book does not contain information about the new Windows-Powered Pocket PCs, it is a very useful introduction to new users of both Palm-size and Handheld PCs. It's easy to read, with pictures, tips and notes to really help new users find the information they need.