Windows XP in a Nutshell
As the installed base of Microsoft's newest operating system,  XP, grows, guides to its use will continue to proliferate (see  also Computer Media, LJ 3/1/02). Upgraders with little previous  experience will be drawn to 10 Minute Guide, which highlights  changes from earlier versions and explains common tasks step by  step. Small and leaving no room for background or troubleshooting assistance, this should be purchased in  conjunction with more comprehensive guides, such as The Missing  Manual. It provides enough background to allow new home users  and upgraders to get up and running, while leaving them feeling  as if they have a handle on why and how things work. Ample  screen shots and sidebars further this process; recommended for  all libraries. Headaches, for beginning to intermediate users,  focuses on troubleshooting common XP problems and annoyances,  like a too-rapid cursor blink rate. Nutshell is a reference for  advanced users of home and professional editions, with an  alphabetical format that allows quick lookup of functions and  features within larger sections (e.g., networking, the registry,  etc.). Each is useful and appropriate for larger libraries.'Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.