--------------------------------------------<br />Exploring Windows(R) XP - 2002, Issue No. 12<br />--------------------------------------------<br /><br />Welcome to the Exploring Windows(R) XP newsletter, a great way for you to stay up-to-date on what's going on in the world of Windows. To cancel your subscription to this newsletter or stop all newsletters from microsoft.com, read the directions at the bottom of this message.<br /><br />In this edition:<br />--Special how-to edition!<br />--Windows 98 hardware helpers<br />--Free downloads and screen savers, and more<br /><br />--Exploring Windows XP is also available in an HTML version!<br />You can enjoy Exploring Windows XP with colorful graphics and easily clickable links. It's free for anyone with an e-mail program that accepts HTML format. (The plain text version of Exploring Windows News will remain available too.) <br />To begin receiving the HTML version of this newsletter: <br />1. Reply to this e-mail message. <br />2. Type the letters "HTML" in the Subject line.<br />3. Click Send.<br /><br />------------------------<br />WHAT'S NEW IN WINDOWS XP<br />------------------------<br /><br />--Got Windows XP? Start using it!<br />You'll be amazed what you can do with your computer and Windows XP. Our How-to Center features more than 78 articles to help you get started with everything from making a quick upgrade or new installation to working with photos, music, movies, and more.<br />http://www.microsoft.com/canada/windowsxp/pro/using/howto/default.asp<br /><br />--Set up Windows XP Professional<br />Find out how to perform a quick upgrade, make a new installation, join a network, and more.<br />http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=8321<br /><br />--Handy tips from experts<br />The Expert Zone has useful information for all users on gaming, printers, Remote Desktop, and lots more.<br />http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=8352<br /><br />--Make your photos picture perfect<br />Digital photography is easier than ever with Windows XP. 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Find out more.<br />http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=6452<br /><br />-------------<br />TIPS & TRICKS<br />-------------<br /><br />--WUGNET Shareware Pick: Second Copy<br />In every issue, WUGNET(R) and Microsoft feature a shareware pick demonstrating the highest standards available today in shareware for Windows XP.<br /><br />Second Copy is a great way to back up your data and it's easy to set up on your computer.<br />http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=8324<br /><br />--------------------<br />ADDITIONAL RESOURCES<br />--------------------<br /><br />For information from the people who really know Windows XP, visit the Expert Zone. 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