I would like to ask about the preferences/opinions of which is a better text for understanding Win API (or MS Windows programming, in general). The titles are
(1) Windows System Programming, 3rd Edition. By Hart, J. M. Oct 2004
(2) Programming Windows, 5th Ed. By Petzold, Charles. Nov 1998
Book (1) appears to be most recent, whereas (2) a little bit older, although (2) has been mentioned in some earlier thread, and it was recommended. Which one is better to get understanding the Win APIs? Thanks.