Windows 7 Annoyances: Tools and Techniques to Improve Your Windows 7 Experience

By David A. Karp,ISBN: 978-0-596-15762-3, 720 pages

Description: Windows 7 may be faster and more stable than Vista, but it's a far cry from problem-free. David A. Karp comes to the rescue with the latest in his popular Windows Annoyances series. This thorough guide gives you the tools you need to fix the troublesome parts of this operating system, plus the solutions, hacks, and timesaving tips to make the most of your PC.With Windows 7 Annoyances you will learn how to:* Streamline Windows Explorer, improve the Search tool, eliminate the Green Ribbon of Death, and tame User Account Control prompts.* Explore powerful Registry tips and tools, and use them to customize every aspect of Windows and solve its shortcomings.* Squeeze more performance from your hardware with solutions for your hard disk, laptop battery, CPU, printers, and more.* Stop crashes, deal with stubborn hardware and drivers, fix video playback issues, and troubleshoot Windows when it won't start.* Protect your stuff with permissions, encryption, and shadow copies.* Secure and speed up your wireless network, fix networking woes, make Bluetooth functional, and improve your Web experience.* Get nearly all of the goodies in 7 Ultimate, no matter which edition you have.

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Excel 2010 Power Programming with VBA

WileyISBN: 0470475358PDF, 1080 PagesProduct

Description
John Walkenbach's name is synonymous with excellence in computer books that decipher complex technical topics. With this comprehensive guide, "Mr. Spreadsheet" shows you how to maximize your Excel experience using professional spreadsheet application development tips from his own personal bookshelf. Featuring a complete introduction to Visual Basic for Applications and fully updated for the new features of Excel 2010, this essential reference includes an analysis of Excel application development and is packed with procedures, tips, and ideas for expanding Excel's capabilities with VBA.
Offers an analysis of Excel application development and a complete introduction to Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
Features invaluable advice from "Mr. Spreadsheet" himself (bestselling author John Walkenbach), who demonstrates all the techniques you need to create large and small Excel applications
Provides tips, tricks, and techniques for expanding Excel's capabilities with VBA that you won't find anywhere else
This power-user's guide is packed with procedures, tips, and ideas for expanding Excel's capabilities with VBA.

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Photoshop CS5 All-in-One For Dummies

For DummiesPDF, 720 pagesISBN: 0470608218

Product DescriptionPhotoshop is the world s most popular image editing software, with more than four million users worldwide. Professional photographers, graphic designers, and Web designers as well as photo hobbyists are eager to learn the newest features of the latest version, Photoshop CS5. This complete reference makes it easy, with nine self-contained minibooks covering each aspect of Photoshop.
Photoshop is the image-editing software preferred by professional photographers and designers around the world; the latest version includes new functionality and enhanced tools
This full-color guide includes nine self-contained minibooks: Photoshop Fundamentals; Image Essentials; Selections; Painting, Drawing, and Typing; Working with Layers; Channels and Masks; Filters and Distortions; Retouching and Restoration; and Photoshop and Print
Includes all the basics for beginners as well as how to manage color, modify and transform selections and paths, make corrections with filters, use the liquefy command, prepare graphics for print or the Web, create contact sheets and picture packages, and more
With bonus information on the companion Web site and coverage for both Windows and Mac, Photoshop CS5 All-in-One For Dummies is an all-purpose reference.

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The Complete Guide to Digital Graphic Design

Paperback: 224 pages

Publisher: Watson-Guptill;

1st edition (March 15, 2002)

ISBN-10: 0823007839ISBN-13: 978-0823007837

Product DescriptionHere is the complete guide to the principles and practices of digital graphic design in the new century, particularly in designing for the World Wide Web! The Complete Guide to Digital Graphic Design takes a look at all the major areas in which design is applied-such as packaging, signage, advertising, exhibition and display systems, corporate identity, multimedia, etc.-and demonstrates, step by step, all the proven methods and tested techniques digital designers use to achieve a vast array of dramatic effects. Readers will discover the capabilities of a range of graphic design hardware and software (both for Mac and PC); will explore the unique design considerations as well as master the planning and production stages for a range of 2D and 3D graphic presentations; and much more. Dozens of real-life case histories are included, as well as a glossary of terms and detailed listings of helpful websites. This valuable guide is destined to be the ultimate reference for design students as well as experienced designers who want to further develop their traditional skills within the new technology.

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The Computer Active Ultimate Guide To Windows 7

100 PagesPDF, 38.9Mb

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Windows 7 has lots of new features to explore and new things to learn. The Computeractive Ultimate Guide to Windows 7 gives you everything you need to know about the new operating system.We'll make sure you're ready for the latest version of Windows, with buying and upgrading advice, easy-to-follow step-by-step workshops and troubleshooting tips – all in Computeractive's trusted, plain English style.This complete 100 page guide will provide you with everything there is to know about Windows 7. Find out how you can get started - what's new in Windows 7, which version you will need and how you get it.Our easy step-by-step guides will show you how to prepare your PC for Windows 7 and install it yourself. We also explore Windows 7's new desktop, teach you how to search for files and make sure your PC is safe.You can also discover how to join a network, burn CDs and DVDs, use the Media Center, Live Photo Gallery and more. Plus with our maintenance and troubleshooting tips, keep Windows 7 running smoothly - learn how to solve upgrade issues and fix performance problems.

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Adobe Photoshop CS5 on Demand

By Steve Johnson Publisher: Que 2010576 Pages ISBN: 0789744473Product

DescriptionNeed answers quickly? Adobe Photoshop CS5 on Demand provides those answers in a visual step-by-step format. We will show you exactly what to do through lots of full color illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions.IncludesWorkshopsACE Exam ObjectivesMore than 600 Essential Photoshop CS5 TasksInside the Book• Improve productivity with the CS5 interface and templates• Use automatic layer alignment and blending to work with objects• Use live filters to view and modify the results of opening files• Use more precise color correction to enhance a photo• Use content-aware options for scaling and fill• Use image trickery to change or enhance an image• Create eye-catching bevels and special effects• Transform plain text into a show-stopping image• Create and manipulate 3D models using presets and custom options• Use tool presets to construct the right tool for the right job• Test content on different target devices.

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Photoshop CS5 The Missing Manual

Photoshop CS5 The Missing Manual

By Lesa SniderO Reilly, 2010

Product description
Photoshop CS5 is more amazing than ever, but it can be overwhelming if you're just getting started. This book makes learning Photoshop a breeze by explaining things in a conversational, friendly style -- with no technical jargon. After a thorough introduction to the program, you'lldelve deep into Photoshop's secrets with expert tips and practical advice you can use every day.
·Learn your way around. Get a guided tour of Photoshop's efficient new workspace
·Unlock the power. Learn the best ways to use layers, channels, masks, paths, and more
·Bring images to life. Discover how to effectively retouch, resize, and recolor your photos
·Be artistic. Create beautiful illustrations and paintings, and use text effectively
·Share your work. Produce great-looking photos for print and the Web
·Work smarter and faster. Automate common chores and install plug-ins for complex tasks

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