Teach yourself Microsoft Windows Me in 24 Hours
reviewed by Maury Ellis

The gift of a new computer loaded with Windows Me prompted me to search for user information. After a quick perusal of the book I decided it might furnish the answers I needed.
The book is not for the student looking for Computers 101. It does not contain a dissertation on Microsoft Word, Corel Word Perfect or other similar programs. It does detail in clear basic language the steps to accomplish various tasks.
The title does not mean the reader will master Windows Me in twenty-four hours. The book is divided into twenty-four one-hour sessions to become familiar with certain tasks. Each session starts with a brief description of the material to be covered. Then follows a series of detailed "to do" steps to lead the reader thru the process of accomplishing a task. After a brief summary of the material covered, including a series of "questions and answers," there is a "workshop" that includes a "quiz" and some "exercises." The "workshop" section is usually not included in the one hour time period.
Each one-hour session is fairly independent and you can pick and choose the material to be studied. However, after completion of a session you should be well versed on the subject.
The appendix has a excellent Glossary and answers to the various quizzes.
The Me program has a expanded "help" section and I found Hour 6 valuable with its level of detail. In particular, I value the directions for help on the Internet.
Hours 19, 20 and 21 cover tasks that many of us fail to do with regard to updating and maintaining our system. Hour 24 has a list of very helpful tips.
Many Me tasks are identical or similar to previous Windows programs but there are some changes. I highly recommend this book for a new Me user. You'll develop familiarity and confidence with the program. The experienced user will find it useful as a information source.

SAMS Teach yourself Microsoft Windows Me in 24 Hours by Greg Perry. (2000). SAMS. $19.99