This book offers the perfect introduction to C++ programming, emphasizing ease of learning while focusing less on early objects. It covers essential concepts and places advanced material on the Web. Readers will find additional guidance in the form of How-To's and walkthroughs throughout the chapters. The book also includes brief references to various tips, pitfalls, and advanced issues. This new edition also presents an overview of the emerging C++ 0x standard. Programmers will be able to quickly learn C++ following this book's visual approach.