Beginning with fast-paced tutorials on the basics of using Windows XP, including working with a desktop, managing files and folders, and using the control panel tools to customize settings, this reference for business users lays the foundation for using Windows to increase efficiency and maximize productivity. Specific Windows tools that are useful to the business professional, such as using applets for business tasks, making network connections, and performing system maintenance, are then covered. Also included are step-by-step descriptions for accomplishing five common Windows XP projects