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Special Edition Using Microsoft Office Access 2003 is a comprehensive reference for all the features of Access 2003. This edition adds new chapters on collaboration with Microsoft SharePoint Team Server, and creating or consuming XML Web Services, both of which are hot topics. The XML chapter includes Access 2003¿s new XML export/import features. The book¿s organization follows the development process for typical Access database applications. Detailed, step-by-step instructions with icons guide those who are new to Access through table design, data addition, importing data from external sources, query design and execution, and designing data entry forms and printed reports. Chapters on advanced form and report design emphasize data-entry efficiency and presentation clarity.

How to Use •        Office: Organize information and add impact with clip art, SmartArt diagrams, tables, and charts with a new results-oriented interface •        Word: Create great-looking documents faster using themes, styles, and templates •        Excel: Use organizing, processing, and presenting tools to create data in Excel •        PowerPoint: Create powerful presentations faster using ready-made design templates and themes •        Outlook: Use tools for creating and managing your e-mail, calendar, contacts, and tasks •        Publisher: Use task panes to quickly create a brochure or a newsletter without being a designer •        SharePoint: Collaborate and share documents and information •        Prepare for the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist exam •        Practice your new skills with the useful workshops inside   On the Web This book uses real-world examples to give you a context in which to use a task. This book also includes  workshops to help you put together individual tasks into projects. The Office example files that you need for project tasks are available at www.perspection.com   Perspection has written and produced books on a variety of computer software—including Microsoft Office 2003 and XP, Microsoft Windows XP, Apple Mac OS X Panther, Adobe Photoshop CS2, Macromedia Flash 8, Macromedia Director MX, and Macromedia Fireworks—and Web publishing. In 1991, after working for Apple Computer and Microsoft, Steve Johnson founded Perspection, Inc. Perspection is committed to providing information and training to help people use software more effectively. Perspection has written more than 80 computer books, and sold more than 5 million copies.   Includes MCAS Exam Objectives! This courseware meets the objectives for the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS). Upon completion of this courseware, you may be prepared to take the exam for MCAS qualification. To learn more about becoming a Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, visit www.microsoft.com.   Chapter 1    Getting Started with Office         1 Chapter 2    Using Shared Office Tools 33 Chapter 3    Adding Art to Office Documents 57 Chapter 4    Adding Shapes to Office Documents    93 Chapter 5    Formatting Office Documents    115 Chapter 6    Creating a Document with Word          131 Chapter 7    Formatting a Document with Word      153 Chapter 8    Enhancing a Document with Word       173 Chapter 9    Creating a Worksheet with Excel         211 Chapter 10  Building a Worksheet with Excel 239 Chapter 11  Designing a Worksheet with Excel        281 Chapter 12  Creating a Presentation with PowerPoint       305 Chapter 13  Delivering a Presentation with PowerPoint      343 Chapter 14  Creating a Database with Access         375 Chapter 15  Locating and Managing Data with Access       405 Chapter 16  Presenting Data with Access      423 Chapter 17  Communication with Outlook     447 Chapter 18  Managing Information with Outlook     489 Chapter 19  Creating a Publication with Publisher     519 Chapter 20  Designing a Publication with Publisher   537 Chapter 21  Publishing Office Documents on the Web       557 Chapter 22  Protecting and Securing Office Documents     575 Chapter 23  Reviewing and Sharing Office Documents       605 Chapter 24  Expanding Office Functionality    647 New Features        673 Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist       683

How to Use •        Office: Organize information and add impact with clip art, SmartArt diagrams, tables, and charts with a new results-oriented interface •        Word: Create great-looking documents faster using themes, styles, and templates •        Excel: Use organizing, processing, and presenting tools to create data in Excel •        PowerPoint: Create powerful presentations faster using ready-made design templates and themes •        Outlook: Use tools for creating and managing your e-mail, calendar, contacts, and tasks •        Publisher: Use task panes to quickly create a brochure or a newsletter without being a designer •        SharePoint: Collaborate and share documents and information •        Prepare for the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist exam •        Practice your new skills with the useful workshops inside   On the Web This book uses real-world examples to give you a context in which to use a task. This book also includes  workshops to help you put together individual tasks into projects. The Office example files that you need for project tasks are available at www.perspection.com   Perspection has written and produced books on a variety of computer software—including Microsoft Office 2003 and XP, Microsoft Windows XP, Apple Mac OS X Panther, Adobe Photoshop CS2, Macromedia Flash 8, Macromedia Director MX, and Macromedia Fireworks—and Web publishing. In 1991, after working for Apple Computer and Microsoft, Steve Johnson founded Perspection, Inc. Perspection is committed to providing information and training to help people use software more effectively. Perspection has written more than 80 computer books, and sold more than 5 million copies.   Includes MCAS Exam Objectives! This courseware meets the objectives for the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS). Upon completion of this courseware, you may be prepared to take the exam for MCAS qualification. To learn more about becoming a Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, visit www.microsoft.com.   Chapter 1    Getting Started with Office         1 Chapter 2    Using Shared Office Tools 33 Chapter 3    Adding Art to Office Documents 57 Chapter 4    Adding Shapes to Office Documents    93 Chapter 5    Formatting Office Documents    115 Chapter 6    Creating a Document with Word          131 Chapter 7    Formatting a Document with Word      153 Chapter 8    Enhancing a Document with Word       173 Chapter 9    Creating a Worksheet with Excel         211 Chapter 10  Building a Worksheet with Excel 239 Chapter 11  Designing a Worksheet with Excel        281 Chapter 12  Creating a Presentation with PowerPoint       305 Chapter 13  Delivering a Presentation with PowerPoint      343 Chapter 14  Creating a Database with Access         375 Chapter 15  Locating and Managing Data with Access       405 Chapter 16  Presenting Data with Access      423 Chapter 17  Communication with Outlook     447 Chapter 18  Managing Information with Outlook     489 Chapter 19  Creating a Publication with Publisher     519 Chapter 20  Designing a Publication with Publisher   537 Chapter 21  Publishing Office Documents on the Web       557 Chapter 22  Protecting and Securing Office Documents     575 Chapter 23  Reviewing and Sharing Office Documents       605 Chapter 24  Expanding Office Functionality    647 New Features        673 Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist       683

Microsoft Office Access 2007   For those who would rather be shown how than told how     See How To Create databases more efficiently using a new results-oriented interface Use tools for building a database that makes information easier to find and use Import data from other programs, HTML, XML files, and other databases Use forms, filters, queries, and reports to capture and analyze data Discover ways to prevent data corruption and unauthorized access Share your data with others through interactive web pages Put your newly acquired skills to work using the online workshops Organize information and add impact with clip art, SmartArt diagrams, tables, and charts Use Groove and SharePoint Team Services to collaborate and share documents and information Prepare for the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS) exam     On the Web This book uses real-world examples to give you a context in which to use the task. This book also includes workshops to help you put together individual tasks into projects. The Access example files that you need for project tasks are available at www.perspection.com   Author Bio Perspection has written and produced books on a variety of computer software–including Microsoft Office 2003 and XP, Microsoft Windows XP, Apple Mac OS X Panther, Adobe Photoshop CS2, Macromedia Flash 8, Macromedia Director MX, and Macromedia Fireworks–and Web publishing. In 1991, after working for Apple Computer and Microsoft, Steve Johnson founded Perspection, Inc. Perspection is committed to providing information and training to help people use software more effectively. Perspection has written more than 80 computer books, and sold more   Includes MCAS Exam Objectives! This courseware meets the objectives for the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS). Upon completion of this courseware, you may be prepared to take the exam for MCAS qualification. To learn more about becoming a Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, visit www.microsoft.com.   Category Database Covers    Microsoft Office Access 2007 User Level    Beginning–Intermediate     1 Getting Started with Access 2 Touring Access Databases 3 Planning and Creating a Custom Database 4 Working with Fields 5 Working with Tables 6 Locating Specific Information Using a Query 7 Simplifying Data Entry with Forms 8 Creating Reports to Convey Information 9 Improving the Appearance of Forms and Reports 10 Working on the Web 11 Importing and Exporting Information 12 Managing a Database 13 Protecting and Securing a Database 14 Customizing Access 15 Enhancing a Database with Programming 16 Working Together on Office Documents New Features Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist Index

See How To   •    Create documents more efficiently using a new results-oriented interface •    Use formatting, editing, reviewing, and publishing tools to create documents in print and online •    Create great-looking documents faster using themes, styles, and templates •    Organize information and add impact with clip art, SmartArt diagrams, tables, and charts •    Create customized letters, labels, and envelopes •    Use the Full Reading view to comfortably read documents on screen •    Use the Outline and Draft views to develop your documents •    Use Groove and SharePoint Team Services to collaborate and share documents and information •    Prepare for the Microsoft Certified Applications Specialists exam   This book uses real-world examples to give you a context in which to use the task. This book also includes workshops to help you put together individual tasks into projects. The Word example files that you need for project tasks are available at www.perspection.com   Perspection has written and produced books on a variety of computer software–including Microsoft Office 2003 and XP, Microsoft Windows XP, Apple Mac OS X Panther, Adobe Photoshop CS2, Macromedia Flash 8, Macromedia Director MX, and Macromedia Fireworks–and Web publishing. In 1991, after working for Apple Computer and Microsoft, Steve Johnson founded Perspection, Inc. Perspection is committed to providing information and training to help people use software more effectively. Perspection has written more than 80 computer books, and sold more than 5 million copies.   This courseware meets the objectives for the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS). Upon completion of this courseware, you may be prepared to take the exam for MCAS qualification. To learn more about becoming a Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, visit www.microsoft.com.   Introduction     xvii Chapter 1        Getting Started with Word      Chapter 2        Working with Simple Documents       Chapter 3        Formatting Documents           Chapter 4        Using Templates, Styles, and Themes          Chapter 5        Adding Graphics and Multimedia to Documents        Chapter 6        Adding Tables and Charts to Documents      Chapter 7        Creating Desktop Publishing Documents      Chapter 8        Working with Long Documents          Chapter 9        Working with Technical Documents  Chapter 10      Creating Mail Merge Documents        Chapter 11      Proofing and Printing Documents      Chapter 12      Publishing Documents on the Web    Chapter 13      Protecting and Securing Documents Chapter 14      Reviewing and Sharing Documents   Chapter 15      Sharing Information Between Programs        Chapter 16     Customizing Word    Chapter 17     Expanding Word Functionality         Chapter 18     Working Together on Office Documents    W        Workshops: Putting It All Together     New Features Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist      Index   

Microsoft Office Access 2007   For those who would rather be shown how than told how     See How To Create databases more efficiently using a new results-oriented interface Use tools for building a database that makes information easier to find and use Import data from other programs, HTML, XML files, and other databases Use forms, filters, queries, and reports to capture and analyze data Discover ways to prevent data corruption and unauthorized access Share your data with others through interactive web pages Put your newly acquired skills to work using the online workshops Organize information and add impact with clip art, SmartArt diagrams, tables, and charts Use Groove and SharePoint Team Services to collaborate and share documents and information Prepare for the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS) exam     On the Web This book uses real-world examples to give you a context in which to use the task. This book also includes workshops to help you put together individual tasks into projects. The Access example files that you need for project tasks are available at www.perspection.com   Author Bio Perspection has written and produced books on a variety of computer software–including Microsoft Office 2003 and XP, Microsoft Windows XP, Apple Mac OS X Panther, Adobe Photoshop CS2, Macromedia Flash 8, Macromedia Director MX, and Macromedia Fireworks–and Web publishing. In 1991, after working for Apple Computer and Microsoft, Steve Johnson founded Perspection, Inc. Perspection is committed to providing information and training to help people use software more effectively. Perspection has written more than 80 computer books, and sold more   Includes MCAS Exam Objectives! This courseware meets the objectives for the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS). Upon completion of this courseware, you may be prepared to take the exam for MCAS qualification. To learn more about becoming a Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, visit www.microsoft.com.   Category Database Covers    Microsoft Office Access 2007 User Level    Beginning–Intermediate     1 Getting Started with Access 2 Touring Access Databases 3 Planning and Creating a Custom Database 4 Working with Fields 5 Working with Tables 6 Locating Specific Information Using a Query 7 Simplifying Data Entry with Forms 8 Creating Reports to Convey Information 9 Improving the Appearance of Forms and Reports 10 Working on the Web 11 Importing and Exporting Information 12 Managing a Database 13 Protecting and Securing a Database 14 Customizing Access 15 Enhancing a Database with Programming 16 Working Together on Office Documents New Features Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist Index

Special Edition Using Microsoft Office FrontPage 2003 captures the reality of designing Web sites with FrontPage today. The emphasis is on how to design professional looking sites, how to keep them current with effective content management techniques, and how to do both while working toward the crucial goals of strong communication and interaction. Elements exist in each chapter that have been crafted to make your reading experience as easy and useful as possible and also to make this book truly serve as the only reference you need for FrontPage 2003. Everything about the software is covered, with increased emphasis in this edition on advanced topics such as scripting, databases, and the design of site interaction. The creation of effective interaction is featured throughout the book, as are the principles of effective communication. The "Front and Center" area of each chapter is used to interject the authors' real-world experiences and provide that extra piece of knowledge that will help you see the whole picture. They also attempt to have a little fun in this section, showing the personal side to the product they have spent so much time with. In addition to some sample files and source code from the book, the CD-ROM contains: supplemental FrontPage software (a $100 value!), Internet marketing service trials from a top Internet marketing firm worth $54.95, several popular FrontPage add-ins, including one from Jimco Add-ins called SnipView available exclusively to readers of this book, and more!

See How To   •    Create documents more efficiently using a new results-oriented interface •    Use formatting, editing, reviewing, and publishing tools to create documents in print and online •    Create great-looking documents faster using themes, styles, and templates •    Organize information and add impact with clip art, SmartArt diagrams, tables, and charts •    Create customized letters, labels, and envelopes •    Use the Full Reading view to comfortably read documents on screen •    Use the Outline and Draft views to develop your documents •    Use Groove and SharePoint Team Services to collaborate and share documents and information •    Prepare for the Microsoft Certified Applications Specialists exam   This book uses real-world examples to give you a context in which to use the task. This book also includes workshops to help you put together individual tasks into projects. The Word example files that you need for project tasks are available at www.perspection.com   Perspection has written and produced books on a variety of computer software–including Microsoft Office 2003 and XP, Microsoft Windows XP, Apple Mac OS X Panther, Adobe Photoshop CS2, Macromedia Flash 8, Macromedia Director MX, and Macromedia Fireworks–and Web publishing. In 1991, after working for Apple Computer and Microsoft, Steve Johnson founded Perspection, Inc. Perspection is committed to providing information and training to help people use software more effectively. Perspection has written more than 80 computer books, and sold more than 5 million copies.   This courseware meets the objectives for the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS). Upon completion of this courseware, you may be prepared to take the exam for MCAS qualification. To learn more about becoming a Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, visit www.microsoft.com.   Introduction     xvii Chapter 1        Getting Started with Word      Chapter 2        Working with Simple Documents       Chapter 3        Formatting Documents           Chapter 4        Using Templates, Styles, and Themes          Chapter 5        Adding Graphics and Multimedia to Documents        Chapter 6        Adding Tables and Charts to Documents      Chapter 7        Creating Desktop Publishing Documents      Chapter 8        Working with Long Documents          Chapter 9        Working with Technical Documents  Chapter 10      Creating Mail Merge Documents        Chapter 11      Proofing and Printing Documents      Chapter 12      Publishing Documents on the Web    Chapter 13      Protecting and Securing Documents Chapter 14      Reviewing and Sharing Documents   Chapter 15      Sharing Information Between Programs        Chapter 16     Customizing Word    Chapter 17     Expanding Word Functionality         Chapter 18     Working Together on Office Documents    W        Workshops: Putting It All Together     New Features Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist      Index   

How to Use •        Create powerful presentations faster using ready-made templates and Smart Tags •        Organize information and add impact with clip art, SmartArt diagrams, tables, and charts •        Make your presentation come alive with custom animations •        Add narration, animation, 3-D effects, and movie •        Add comments and e-mail your presentation to others for review and collaboration •        Deliver your presentation in a meeting room on multiple screens •        Use Groove and SharePoint Team Services to collaborate and share documents and information •        Prepare for the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist exam. •        Practice your new skills with the useful workshops inside   On the Web This book uses real-world examples to give you a context in which to use the task. This book also includes  workshops to help you put together individual tasks into projects. The PowerPoint example files that you need for project tasks are available at www.perspection.com.   Perspection has written and produced books on a variety of computer software–including Microsoft Office 2003 and XP, Microsoft Windows XP, Apple Mac OS X Panther, Adobe Photoshop CS2, Macromedia Flash 8, Macromedia Director MX, and Macromedia Fireworks–and Web publishing. In 1991, after working for Apple Computer and Microsoft, Steve Johnson founded Perspection, Inc. Perspection is committed to providing information and training to help people use software more effectively. Perspection has written more than 80 computer books, and sold more than 5 million copies.   Includes MCAS Exam Objectives! This courseware meets the objectives for the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS). Upon completion of this courseware, you may be prepared to take the exam for MCAS qualification. To learn more about becoming a Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, visit www.microsoft.com.     Chapter 1    Getting Started with PowerPoint          1 Chapter 2    Developing Presentation Content         31 Chapter 3    Designing a Look    73 Chapter 4    Drawing and Modifying Shapes   105 Chapter 5    Inserting Pictures and Multimedia         151 Chapter 6    Inserting Charts and Related Material   189 Chapter 7    Creating a Web Presentation      243 Chapter 8    Finalizing a Presentation and Its Supplements          267 Chapter 9    Preparing a Slide Show     299 Chapter 10  Starting a Slide Show       321 Chapter 11  Reviewing and Securing a Presentation          335 Chapter 12  Working Together on Office Documents        363 Chapter 13  Customizing the Way You Work 391 Chapter 14  Expanding PowerPoint Functionality     401 W       Workshops: Putting It All Together      425 New Features        439 Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist       444

Does your life play out in a spreadsheet? Are numbers in columns and rows what make or break you in the work world? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then Special Edition Using Microsoft Office Excel 2003 is the book that will make it all better. Learn quickly and efficiently from a true Excel master using the tried and true Special Edition Using formula for success. Here, you'll find information that's undocumented elsewhere - even in Microsoft's own Help systems. You'll learn from finely crafted, real-life examples built by an author who lives and dies by the integrity of his spreadsheets. Unlike most CDs pasted into the back of computer books, this is one that rivals the book in terms of value. You receive a FREE copy of Woody's Office Power Pack (WOPR) - the #1 enhancement to Office. This software sells for $49.99 and you get it for free here...no strings attached.

Does your life play out in a spreadsheet? Are numbers in columns and rows what make or break you in the work world?If you answered yes to either of these questions, then Special Edition Using Microsoft Office Excel 2003 is the book that will make it all better. Learn quickly and efficiently from a true Excel master using the tried and true Special Edition Using formula for success. Here, you'll find information that's undocumented elsewhere - even in Microsoft's own Help systems. You'll learn from finely crafted, real-life examples built by an author who lives and dies by the integrity of his spreadsheets.Unlike most CDs pasted into the back of computer books, this is one that rivals the book in terms of value. You receive a FREE copy of Woody's Office Power Pack (WOPR) - the #1 enhancement to Office. This software sells for $49.99 and you get it for free here...no strings attached.