Windows 7 Annoyances Tips, Secrets, and Solutions

Critics have spoken: Windows 7 is both faster and more stable than Windows Vista. But that doesn't mean it's free of irritating glitches. With Windows 7 Annoyances, you'll learn how to deal with a wide range of nagging problems before they deal with you. No matter which edition of the OS you use, this book is your best resource for turning Windows 7 into the efficient, reliable, and customizable system it can and should be. Customize Windows Explorer, improve the Search tool, and get all of Windows 7's advertised eye candy to work
Explore powerful Registry tips and tools and then use them to solve 7's shortcomings
Improve the performance of your hardware, including the hard disk, laptop battery, CPU, and more
Stop crashes, deal with stubborn hardware and drivers, fix video playback issues, and troubleshoot Windows when it won't start
Protect your data with permissions, encryption, and shadow copies
Secure your wireless network, fix common (and not-so-common) networking woes, get Bluetooth working, and improve your web experience