Teach Yourself Windows 98 Visually relies on the principle that it's possible to teach a reader how to perform Windows 98 tasks with extremely few words, relying instead on copious illustrations (both screen shots and conceptual diagrams), labels, and efficient prose. This book succeeds in its mission; a novice with no computer experience will find this guide extremely helpful in unraveling the less intuitive parts of Windows 98.

Each spread begins with an attractive conceptual diagram that illustrates an abstraction; for example, a freeway overpass surmounts a twisting mountain path to demonstrate Windows 98 shortcuts. Then a series of screen shots shows what appears on your monitor as you perform the task. Lines and labels clarify the names and functions of key interface elements, while succinct captions explain what's going on. All the illustrations appear in full color, so what you see on these pages is what you see on your screen.

You'll learn all the key tasks here, including mouse manipulation, file organization, the use of the important Windows 98 accessories, networking essentials, electronic mail, and Web-page creation. It would be nice if there were some mention of full-featured productivity applications--no one really uses WordPad for serious work--but as a Windows 98 text, this book covers all the bases.

Like the more shallow but very similar Windows 98 Simplified (from the same author), Teach Yourself Windows 98 Visually represents the ultimate in Windows 98 hand holding. --David Wall


From Library Journal
MaranGraphics takes the picture-book approach to introducing Windows 98. Simplified is for the total novice. It is very simple, completely illustrated, and very clear and belongs in all public library collections. Teach Yourself and the Visual Pocket Guide focus on Window basics, file management, customizing Windows, optimizing your computer, browsing the web, exchanging E-mail, and working with channels. Neither book is deep, but both are very effective for those new to Windows 98; Teach Yourself may be best for libraries because of its standard rather than "pocket" size. Master Windows 98 Visually combines the visual approach with a comprehensive reference approach, covering just about anything you can imagine short of programming. This complete visual reference, with lots of discussion, belongs in computer labs and behind reference desks as well as in the stacks. Over all, a very well done series.Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.


Book Description
If you're new to the Windows world and daunted by the morass of available titles, start by getting Teach Yourself Windows® 98 VISUALLY™, part of IDG Books' best-selling 3-D Visual® series, praised by industry scribes as the best introductory books on the market."

Teach Yourself Windows 98 VISUALLY unveils the Windows 98 operating system with two-page color spreads that provide clear instructions, step-by-step screenshots, and concise illustrations. Each Windows 98 task, from setup to shutdown, is presented with helpful tips, FAQs, and specific highlights.

So grab a copy of Teach Yourself Windows 98 VISUALLY, commence your Windows 98 tutorial, and remember the maranGraphics mantra: read less, learn more. "


Book Info
Provides a concise, jargon free explanation of Windows 98 and how it works, with clearly illustrated step-by-step 3D drawings along with time-saving practical advice. Softcover.


From the Back Cover
Are you a visual learner? Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something — and skip the long-winded explanations? If so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you'll find clear, step-by-step screen shots that show you how to navigate Windows 98 with ease, from printing your documents to defragging your hard drive and communicating via e-mail.Full-color screen shots demonstrate each taskSuccinct explanations walk you through step-by-stepTwo-page lessons break big topics into bite-sized modulesTeach Yourself Visually™ "I work in computer sales and consulting. I always recommend Teach Yourself Windows 98 Visually. Every customer I've recommended this book to has come back to thank me, telling me that, ‘it's the best book’ and how much it's helped them. I Highly Recommend this Book!" — Joey L. Buckles (Cedar City, UT)


About the Author
Ruth Maran is the Author and Architect of maranGraphics books. She creates the words and structure that are the basis for the books.

FROM OUR EDITORS

The Barnes & Noble Review
IDG's 3-D Visual guide to Windows 98 is here! With over 300 pages of eye-catching full-color illustrations and screenshots, you'll learn Windows 98 by seeing exactly the way each operation in executed, with a minimum of reading. Each two-page spread provides full coverage of a key topic, so just look up what you need and start clicking! The task at hand, from simply starting Windows 98 to actually creating Web pages is clearly illustrated with step-by-step screenshots and 3D drawings. Instructions are clear and concise and red connection lines point right to where the action takes place on the screen. All the basics of Windows 98 are covered. Other chapters include: Create Documents Create Pictures View Files Work with Files Customize Windows Have Fun with Windows Optimize Your Computer Work on a Network Browse the Web Exchange Electronic Mail Using Newsgroups Create Web Pages Work with Channels
Learning Windows was never more easy, more colorful, or more fun!

FROM THE PUBLISHER

If you￯﾿ﾽre new to the Windows world and daunted by the morass of available titles, start by getting Teach Yourself Windows® 98 VISUALLY™, part of IDG Books' best-selling 3-D Visual® series, praised by industry scribes as "the best introductory books on the market."

Teach Yourself Windows 98 VISUALLY unveils the Windows 98 operating system with two-page color spreads that provide clear instructions, step-by-step screenshots, and concise illustrations. Each Windows 98 task, from setup to shutdown, is presented with helpful tips, FAQs, and specific highlights.

So grab a copy of Teach Yourself Windows 98 VISUALLY, commence your Windows 98 tutorial, and remember the maranGraphics mantra: read less, learn more.

FROM THE CRITICS

Library Journal