Which Windows XP book?

So, you got a new PC for Christmas, with Windows XP installed on it. You know that you’ll probably need a little help to get the most out of that new computer. Because you’re no fool, you know that those books written for dummies are probably a waste of time and money. (See? You’re smarter already…) You know that I’ve written two books on Windows XP. So, which book is right for you?

Choose Faster Smarter Windows XP if you’re looking for a thorough introduction to Windows XP that won’t bury you in jargon and technobabble. I focus on the issues that really matter to smart people (like you) who want to get the most out of their computer. In it, I answer questions like:

• How do I keep my e-mail Inbox from being flooded with spam?
• What are Windows viruses, and how do I prevent my computer from becoming infected with one?
• Can browser cookies transfer information about me over the Internet? What’s the best way to protect my privacy?
• How do I get photographs out of my digital camera and onto my computer? How do I use e-mail to send pictures to my friends?

If, on the other hand, you’re already an experienced Windows user, you probably want Windows XP Inside Out, which contains more than 1200 pages of detailed information about Windows, including some very technical stuff. You don’t need to be a rocket scientist to understand it, but you should be prepared to dig deep into the innards of Windows.