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The authoritative guide to using the newest version of Windows DOS users everywhere are turning to Windows, Microsoft's graphical user interface for the IBM PCs, PS/2s, and compatibles. Windows 3.0 brings many new capabilities to DOS multitasking, dynamic data exhange, and built-in DOS extender technology, among others. Windows 3.0: A Definitive Guide for DOS Users approaches Windows from the perspective of the DOS user. It is both a tutorial and a reference manual. Step-by-step instructions take new Windows users through many important tasks, including installation and setup, running applications, printing, copying, and much more. Carefully placed charts and graphics help the more advanced quickly become power users. Experienced DOS users will benefit from useful comparisons between DOS and Windows. Among the important topics covered -file and disk management -window manipulation and customization -desk accessories -the PIF editor -hardware management -networking and third-party utilities