Alan Simpson's Microsoft Windows Me Bible

Let no one say that Simpson assumes too much; he explains his topic ex nihilo. Early on in the book, there's a picture of a personal computer with an arrow that's pointing to the glass part of the monitor. Next to this arrow, there's a label: "Screen." That's the kind of basic information--along with clicking instructions, for those who are unfamiliar with the mouse--that you'll find here. Simpson builds nicely on the foundation, too, and ably explains such moderately complex subjects as exporting messages from Microsoft Outlook Express and making adjustments to the Registry. The point is that you'll be happiest with this book if you're starting with zero knowledge, more or less. For people who need that the fundamentals be explained as directly as possible, Simpson does a great service. --David Wall

Topics covered: Windows Me for novices, with emphasis on getting familiar with the user interface (mouse, windows, Taskbar, and files), running software, and using the Internet. There's a lot of emphasis on Internet software, including Outlook Express (for e-mail), Internet Explorer (for browsing), and Microsoft Chat (for live conversation). There's multimedia coverage, and enough on networking to set up a rather cool home or small-office network.

Product Description
This comprehensive reference expertly guides both novice and expert Windows users through installation, configuration, and the new operating features of Windows Me including Internet Explorer, the Active Desktop, Outlook Express, MediaPad, Game Manager, and more!

You will soon master the new desktop design, icons, and layout while learning how to work efficiently with windows and applications. You'll also get valuable insight into printing, faxing, and email techniques with Outlook Express, as well as helpful advice on how to get up-and-running in no time with multimedia hardware and software. An introduction to Registry editing explains the basics of opening, viewing and printing. You will learn how to access the Internet, browse with Internet Explorer, use Windows Radio, and much, much more! All Windows users, from novice to veteran, will appreciate Alan Simpson's sensible advice and the Bible's comprehensive reference approach.

Because of the size of the book, realize this is not a quickstart guide. This is a book to be used as a reference. When you want to tweak your Registry, pull this book out.

This book was written for the user who has little or no experience with Windows systems. More experienced users may find the book boring, and thus skim through the book missing vital information


windows me   September 12, 2000
 53 out of 63 found this review helpful

This book is the best learning tool you can buy to go with a computer, because it tells you everything and i mean everything about windows me, My suggestion is to, buy this book and sit in front of your computer and learn everything there is to know about the new windows me operating system, you wont regret it i promise.