The Unauthorized Guide to Pocket Pc

The Unauthorized Guide to Pocket PC gives savvy consumers foolproof instruction in the techniques that work and those that don'twith unbiased recommendations that are not influenced by any company, product, or organization. Written by a Pocket PC developer and power user, this book ensures that you are armed with the most up-to-date information on using the Pocket PC platform. Learn everything you need to know to quickly and easily accomplish what you need to do with your handheld computing device, starting with setup secrets and running through the standard productivity applications, Internet connectivity, device customization, hardware accessories, multimedia content, and thirdparty software enhancements.

• Essential Information that isn't included in the official documentation
• Insider Secrets on performance tuning, customizing, and using your Pocket PC
• Quick, Efficient Tips for using the Web, email, and other Internet features
• Expert Advice on setting up your own online connection and taking advantage of wireless communications
• Helpful Hints for avoiding common pitfalls and limitations
• Up-to-the-minute Coverage on all the new possibilities of your handheld computer

Contents

Introduction

I: Getting Started with Your Pocket PC

1: Pocket PC Perspectives

2: Inside a Pocket PC

3: Setting Up Your Pocket PC

II: Pocket PC: The Next Generation PDA

4: Using Pocket Outlook

5: Keeping It Together with Contacts and Calendar

6: Staying Organized with Tasks and Notes

7: Managing Files with File Explorer

III: Pocket PC: The Network Appliance

8: Getting Online

9: Email and the Pocket Outlook Inbox

10: Using Pocket Internet Explorer

11: Wireless Communications

IV: Pocket PC: The Portable Office

12: Transcriber: Handwriting Recognition That Works

13: Using Pocket Word

14: Using Pocket Excel

15: Using Pocket Money

16: Using Pocket Streets

V: Pocket PC: The Multimedia Entertainer

17: Fun with the Windows Media Player

18: Reading eBooks with Reader