Vista is the brave new world of Microsoft Windows computing, and with it, what once was old, is new again. In just a short time, Sams Teach Yourself Windows Vista All in One will have you up and running with this new, must-have Windows operating system.

Using a straightforward, step-by-step approach, each lesson builds upon a real-world foundation forged in both technology and everyday user scenarios, allowing you to learn the essentials of Windows Vista from the ground up. If you’re a pro or a newcomer to Windows, you have in your hands the book you need to make the most of Vista with the least effort possible.

Step-by-step instructions carefully walk you through the most common questions, issues, and tasks, and you’ll learn the extra under-the-hood features that enable you to leverage Windows even more.

Learn how to…

•        Do more with Windows Vista in less time

•        Quickly start using Vista’s new user interface like a pro

•        Leverage the power of Vista’s new Aero graphics

•        Keep often-used tools and utilities handy by adding Gadgets to your new Windows Sidebar

•        Manage your digital picture library with Windows Photo Gallery

•        Utilize Vista’s Explorer windows to quickly get to data you need

•        Master Vista’s new Instant Search feature, so your files no longer get lost in the shuffle

•        Use the new Windows Media Player 11 to manage both your music and video collections

•        Automate routine Windows tasks so your computer works while you sleep

•        Improve security with Vista’s state-of-the-art Windows Defender

•        Easily optimize your disk’s files and folders and configure your home network

•        Protect your valuable data with Vista’s Backup and Restore Center

•        Surf the ’Net with tabbed browsing, manage RSS feeds, and more, using the new Internet Explorer 7

Greg Perry has been a leader in computer education for 20 years, having taught at the college level and written enough books and articles to be called “the most proficient computer author on earth.” In addition to writing about computers, he speaks, consults, and writes about other topics including real estate and the government. He and his wife Jayne offer unique training and insights for new and advanced eBay users as well as run an eBay consignment and training business, BidMentor.com, out of their rural, countryside home.

One Book…All the Answers

In just a short time you will be up and running with Microsoft Office 2007, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote.

Using a straightforward, step-by-step approach, each lesson builds upon a real-world foundation, allowing you to learn the essentials of Office 2007 from the ground up.

Thorough instructions walk you through the most common tasks and show you extra features that make your Office 2007 documents stand apart from the crowd.

Notes present interesting pieces of information, extra features you can use, and warnings to protect your data.

Tips offer extra advice or teach an easier way to do something.

Learn how to…

• Leverage New Features to Do More Work in Less Time
• Master Office 2007’s New Ribbon
• Use Live Preview to See How Changes Will Affect Your Documents
• Create Online Web Pages from Your Office Documents, Worksheets, and Presentations
• Apply a Consistent Theme to All Your Documents, Worksheets, and Presentations
• Format Word Documents to Grab Attention Without Taking Away from the Message You Want to Convey
• Perform Mail Merging with Ease
• Set Up Powerful Worksheet Page Formats
• Drop Audio and Video into Your PowerPoint Presentations
• Organize Your Email to Work Smarter
• Locate Outlook Contacts on a Global Map
• Maximize Note Taking with OneNote

Part I: Introducing Microsoft Office 2007 1

Chapter 1: Start Here      3

PART II: Writing with Word   29

Chapter 2: Learning Word’s Basics      31

Chapter 3: Making Your Words Look Good    69

Chapter 4: Adding Lists, Tables, and Graphics          107

Chapter 5: Using Word’s Advanced Features 147

PART III: Working with Excel Worksheets        201

Chapter 6: Getting to Know Excel       203

Chapter 7: Working with Excel Data    243

Chapter 8: Formatting Worksheets with Excel         273

Chapter 9: Creating Advanced Worksheets   303

Chapter 10: Using Excel as a Simple Database        329

PART IV: Impressing Audiences with PowerPoint      347

Chapter 11: Learning About PowerPoint        349

Chapter 12: Adding Flair to Your Presentations        371

Chapter 13: Making More Impressive Presentations          393

PART V: Organizing with Outlook    429

Chapter 14: Introducing Outlook         431

Chapter 15: Making Contact      475

Chapter 16: Living with Outlook 497

PART VI: Enhancing Your Work with Other Office Features 517

Chapter 17: Making Notes with OneNote      519

Chapter 18: Automatic Office    541

Chapter 19: Sharing Data Among Office Applications         563

Chapter 20: Combining Office and the Internet        581