Windows XP For Dummies, Pocket Edition

by Andy Rathbone

Preview Windows XP the Fun & Easy Way!®

Get more done and have more fun with Windows XP

How do you get started with all those cool new features in Windows XP? Relax! With bestselling computer-book author Andy Rathbone as your personal guide, you'll figure out how to tame those buttons and boxes and navigate the new interface in no time!

Discover how to:

Navigate the new Start menu and taskbar with ease Have fun with digital photos and music Fix common problems using System Restore

The Dummies Way

Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids A dash of humor and fun

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction, Computers

64 pages, Paperback

First published September 17, 2003

About the author

Born in San Diego, California, Andy Rathbone began writing for newspapers in the early 80s. He started freelancing articles to computer magazines soon after, then began writing the "Windows For Dummies" series in 1992. His books have been translated into more than 30 languages worldwide.

He's since written more than 50 books, with more than 15 million copies in print. Recent books include Windows 8.1 For Dummies, Surface For Dummies, and Windows 8 Tablets For Dummies.

His latest book, the second edition of Windows 10 For Dummies, is available as of November 2016.

Reviews

[Madelyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read most of this manual because my dad offered to pay me if i could fix his computer. Even though i couldn't find the information i needed, it still had some helpful hints for the technologically- impaired, as well as game cheats, so you can impress all of your friends with your 20 sec expert minesweeper time, or perfect spider solitaire record. I would say it's good just to have for reference, but don't buy it just if you're looking to fix one things, because odds are you won't find it.

[Kristine (fezabel) · Rating 3 out of 5]

This isn't a bad book on Windows XP. I got it to figure out how XP is different from the older versions of Windows. It does that pretty well with good explanations and helpful tips. But this book is mainly for someone brand-new to Windows who is just pulling out their new computer and wondering what to do next. It does have some tips and information for the experienced user. If you know how to use any version of Windows, just borrow a copy for a weekend.

[Cameron · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pretty basic stuff.

[Carey Henderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I continously use this book. Very easy to follow & has helped me through some very frustrating computer problems. :)

[Daniel · Rating 1 out of 5]

this book is for dummies

[Sandy (WI girl at heart) · Rating 5 out of 5]

For someone like me that still has an older version of Windows XP this is a very informative book so far

[Sharon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Essential information to help with Windows XP.

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Helpful resource when beginning XP. Online help is actually faster though.