Windows Vista: The Missing Manual

As a big fan of David Pogue in the NY Times, I was greatly disappointed with this very lengthy book. What I, and most people trying to learn Vista, need to know, is how to accomplish the tasks we used in previous operating systems in Vista...this book did not help at all.
Comparing the "old" methods, with hints for how to do it in the "new" system would have been a good first chapter...particularly how to transfer data files without the use of a hired computer Guru.

An excellent resource for anyone using Windows Vista as their operating system. The book is extremely well-written by an obviously knowledgeable person, but is written in such a way that it is easily understood by a wide range of Vista users, from the novice to the "power user". Of particular value to me was the frequent inclusion of illustrative sample Windows screens to supplement the text. Mr. Pogue's writing skills bridge the gap that can often exist between a text book on a technically based topic and a book that can hold the reader's interest in an entertaining manner.
Since I made the leap from Windows ME to Vista, the Missing Manual has proven to be an invaluable aid that has allowed me to progress at a much faster rate in my understanding of this operating system. It has proven to be far more helpful than the "Help" dialogue provided by Microsoft in Vista!

Very good book. Gives you all the information you need in simple terms. Highly recommend

This manual was very informative as no kind of manual nor any other kind of information came with the newly purchased Vista Windows Computer. This was a very helpful product to have without having to go into the Computer everytime to look up questions that seem to always be coming up. Very happy about this purchase.
Sincerely,
Ron

Vista is a very large and highly detailed operating system and Pogue's "Missing Manual" is a very complete, heavy duty explanation of how to use that system. The writing is clear, accurate, and straight forward. It is aimed at the everyday user, not the technically oriented geek who wants to do things like edit the Registry. The completeness and level of detail covered are impressive. Lots of illustrations help to clarify written descriptions. I have no reservations recommending this book. It deserves a 5 star rating.