Windows 11 Inside Out, Second Edition

Conquer Windows 11—from the inside out!

Dive into Windows 11 and really put your Windows expertise to work. Fully revised to include five years’ worth of Windows 11 improvements and new features, this well-organized reference gives you the essential training you need to keep your PC running smoothly and securely. Get expert advice and clear explanations of how to customize the Windows user experience and stay safe online. Take advantage of the most recent Windows enhancements, including cutting-edge AI features, as you challenge yourself to new levels of mastery.

• Install, configure, and secure the latest versions of Windows 11 in any environment
• Organize the Start menu and taskbar to minimize distractions and maximize productivity
• Make your personal files and settings more resilient using Windows 11’s new backup features
• Learn about Windows 11’s new tools for finding and installing apps securely
• Use Windows Hello biometrics, passkeys, and encryption to protect accounts and devices
• Leverage the Microsoft Edge browser’s advanced security, privacy, and tracking prevention features
• Put together a multilayered security strategy that blocks malware and network attacks
• Manage local and cloud storage, sync and share content, and make the most of File Explorer
• Learn which built-in Windows apps are worth keeping and which ones you can safely replace
• Set up Windows networks and share files and printers safely
• Explore PowerShell and advanced administration tools, and manage Windows in the enterprise
• Run Windows 11 in a virtual machine and set up secure Windows 365 PCs in the cloud
• Take charge of AI-powered features and train the Copilot chatbot to give you honest answers
• Perform expert-level troubleshooting, optimization, and recovery

For experienced Windows users and IT pros

• Your role: Experienced intermediate- to-advanced-level Windows user, IT professional, consultant, or enthusiast
• Prerequisites: Basic understanding of Windows procedures, techniques, and navigation, no advanced technical skills required