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Look it up in Petzold remains the decisive last word in answering questions about Windows development. And in PROGRAMMING WINDOWS, FIFTH EDITION, the esteemed Windows Pioneer Award winner revises his classic text with authoritative coverage of the latest versions of the Windows operating systemonce again drilling down to the essential API heart of Win32 programming. Topics include: The basicsinput, output, dialog boxes An introduction to Unicode Graphicsdrawing, text and fonts, bitmaps and metafiles The kernel and the printer Sound and music Dynamiclink libraries Multitasking and multithreading The MultipleDocument Interface Programming for the Internet and intranetsPacked as always with definitive examples, this newest Petzold delivers the ultimate sourcebook and tutorial for Windows programmers at all levels working with Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, or Microsoft Windows NT. No aspiring or experienced developer can afford to be without it.An electronic version of this book is available on the companion CD.A Note Regarding the CD or DVDThe print version of this book ships with a CD or DVD. For those customers purchasing one of the digital formats in which this book is available, we are pleased to offer the CD/DVD content as a free download via O'Reilly Media's Digital Distribution services. To download this content, please visit O'Reilly's web site, search for the title of this book to find its catalog page, and click on the link below the cover image (Examples, Companion Content, or Practice Files). Note that while we provide as much of the media content as we are able via free download, we are sometimes limited by licensing restrictions. Please direct any questions or concerns to booktech@oreilly.com.
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- Q: What is the primary focus of 'Programming Windows®, Fifth Edition'? A: The book primarily focuses on Windows development, providing comprehensive coverage of Win32 programming, including essential APIs and various topics such as input and output, graphics, sound, and multithreading.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Programming Windows®, Fifth Edition' is Charles Petzold, a recognized authority in Windows programming.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Acceptable', which may indicate signs of wear but is still functional for use.
- Q: Does this edition include additional resources? A: Yes, an electronic version of the book is available on the companion CD, and customers can access additional content via O'Reilly Media's Digital Distribution services.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 1100 pages of detailed content on Windows programming.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability for frequent use.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: The Fifth Edition of 'Programming Windows' was published on December 2, 1998.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Windows programming? A: Yes, the book is suitable for programmers at all levels, including beginners, as it covers fundamental concepts as well as advanced topics.
- Q: What programming environments does the book cover? A: The book covers programming for Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows NT, focusing on relevant APIs and development practices.
- Q: Can I download the CD/DVD content if I purchase a digital format? A: Yes, customers purchasing digital formats can download the CD/DVD content for free via O'Reilly Media's website.