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The Fastest, Easiest Way to Learn Windows Vista Ultimate!
Professor Teaches courses use real-world settings and accurate simulations to help you apply your new knowledge directly to daily tasks and the knowledge you gain becomes an asset for life.

Includes Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Topics
• Chapters are organized into specific learning objectives - easily available from the main menu.
• Learning objectives guide you to success.
• Colorful graphics and clear instructions keep you interested.
• Professional voice narration assists retention.

The Most Interactive Training Available
Self-paced, interactive lessons allow you to practice in a realistic simulation of the software.
• Accurate screen presentations, menus, and buttons provide an easy transition to the real application.
• Step-by-step interactive exercises help you achieve high retention rates.
• Practical exercises and examples make learning easy.
• Introductions, summaries and end-of-chapter quiz questions all reinforce learning.

Realistic, Interactive & Complete Training!
Realistic simulations provide an accurate learning environment so your transition to the application is fast and easy. More than just videos, you'll interact to perform the correct action during each exercise for better learning and retention. Hundreds of learning topics and beginner through advanced subjects are included.

No Other Training is More Complete!
• Hundreds of Learning Topics
• 5 to 10 Hours of Training per Course
• Beginner to Advanced Topics
• Self-Paced Learning Objectives
• Introductions and Summaries
• Interactive Exercises
• Professional Voice Narration
• Realistic Simulation of Software
• End-of-Chapter Quiz Questions
• Checkmarks for Completed Topics
• Glossary, Index and Search
• Professor Answers for Instant Training

Over 65 Lessons Covering All Major Topics!

Chapter 1: Windows Vista Basics
• What is Windows Vista?
• How to start Windows Vista
• Exploring the Welcome Center
• Introduction to the Desktop
• Working with Explorer Windows
• Working with Program Windows
• Resizing and Moving Windows
• Working with Dialog Boxes
• Getting Help
• How to Shut Down Your Computer

Chapter 2: Using the Desktop
• Working with the Start Menu
• How to Customize the Start Menu
• Creating Shortcuts
• Using the Taskbar
• Managing Multiple Windows
• How to Customize the Taskbar
• Working with the Sidebar and Gadgets
• How to Switch Users

Chapter 3: Working with Files and Folders
• Introducing to Files and Folders
• Viewing Folders
• Opening folders and Files
• Exploring the Computer's Contents
• Searching for Files and Folders
• Creating and Renaming Folders
• Selecting Files and Folders
• Moving, Copying, and Deleting Files
• Using the Recycle Bin

Chapter 4: Personalizing Windows Vista
• Introduction to the Control Panel
• Personalizing the Desktop
• Modifying the Color Scheme
• Changing the Monitor Resolution
• Selecting a Screen Saver
• Personalizing Sound Effects
• Fine-Tuning System Settings
• Modifying Folder Options
• How to Customize the Startup Folder
• Adding and Changing User Accounts

Chapter 5: Managing Your Computer
• Managing Peripheral Hardware
• Performing Disk Maintenance
• Working with Programs
• Backing Up and Restoring Files
• Troubleshooting Problems
• Obtaining System Information
• Getting Remote Assistance

Chapter 6: Exploring Print and Media Features
• Printing with Windows Vista
• Adding a Printer
• Working with the Print Queue
• Installing Fonts
• Introduction to Windows Media Programs
• Burning Files to CD and DVD

Chapter 7: Working with the Internet and E-Mail
• Setting Up an Internet Connection
• Introduction to Internet Explorer
• Setting Up an E-Mail Account
• Introduction to Windows Mail
• Working with Windows Contacts

Chapter 8: Maintaining Computer Security
• Introduction to Windows Vista Security
• Working with the Security Center
• Managing Firewall Settings
• Using Windows Defender
• Setting Internet Security Options
• Using Parental Controls
• How to Update Windows Vista

Chapter 9: Interacting with Other Computers
• How to Transfer Computer Settings
• Viewing Your Network
• Sharing Files using the Public Folder
• Using Windows Meeting Space

OPERATING SYSTEM Windows™2000/XP/Vista

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Pentium™ PC or Higher 256 MB RAM 350 MB Hard Disk Space Sound Card CD-ROM Drive 16 Bit colour display or higher Speakers or Headphones