You can think of Microsoft Outlook 98 as a sort of harness into which you can buckle the Microsoft Office applications like sled dogs. More than an electronic mail program, Outlook 98 can help you manage files, contacts, reminders, and events--if you have the right skills. Microsoft Outlook 98 for Windows for Dummies helps you develop those skills and uncovers all the capabilities of this powerful piece of software.

As a user-level guide, Microsoft Outlook 98 for Windows for Dummies is tailored to the needs of anyone who wants to know how to manage their e-mail correspondence, address book, calendar, and general planning needs.

You'll find tons of step-by-step guides (highlight this, click that) for entering contact information, adding information about events, managing e-mail, and everything else Outlook 98 can do. Bill Dyszel has systematically surveyed each of Outlook 98's capabilities, and documents them all here.

In addition, Dyszel offers some useful suggestions for more effectively managing your life using Outlook 98. He points out some oft-overlooked program features that will help take the hassle out of maintaining your schedules and contacts. He also pays due attention to the differences between the standard version of Outlook 98 and modified versions distributed by corporate information technology departments.


Book Description
Who, what, where, and when? We've become an information-driven culture, and keeping track of the people, places, and events in our busy lives can mean the difference between success and catastrophe. So toss out all those sticky notes and pieces of paper scattered far and wide, and turn to Microsoft's Outlook 98 for real-world scheduling and information-management solutions. Outlook 98 keeps track of names, addresses, and essential contact information; schedules meetings and appointments; sends and receives e-mail; and manages to-do lists for all occasions. And the best way to keep on top of Outlook 98 is with a copy of Microsoft Outlook 98 For Windows For Dummies, packed with timesaving tips and practical advice on making Outlook 98 work for you. Don't be left out of the loop on timely or critical information -- get organized and up to speed with Microsoft Outlook 98 For Windows For Dummies today.


Book Info
Shows you how to get up & running with Outlook 98, the enhanced desktop information management application that combines features for handling e-mail, phone calls, contacts, to-do lists, & documents. Paper.


From the Back Cover
Manage your e-mail, appointments, contacts, and more Packed with time-saving tips, tricks, and shortcuts Harness the power of Outlook to get organized and get more done Outlook can help you stay on top of your e-mail, stay in touch with your customers, and stay on schedule. Sound complicated? Don't worry! With Outlook expert Bill Dyszel at your side, you'll quickly get up to speed on the basics — and discover just how easy it is to put Outlook to work. Discover how to: Sort and manage e-mail Keep up with your contacts Schedule tasks and meetings Keep notes using the Journal and Sticky Notes Share information over a network Personalize Outlook The Dummies Way™ Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun Get smart! www.dummies.com Register to win cool prizes Browse exclusive articles and excerpts Get a free Dummies Daily™ e-mail newsletter Chat with authors and preview other books Talk to us, ask questions, get answers


About the Author
Bill Dyszel writes for PC Magazine, Windows Sources, Computer Shopper, and other magazines, and is the author of several computer books.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Tired of rifling through sticky notes and daily planner pages looking for misplaced meeting times and important phone numbers? Microsoft Outlook 98 For Windows For Dummies shows you how to get up and running with the enhanced desktop information management application that combines features for handling e-mail, phone calls, contacts, to-do lists, and documents.