
Computers For Seniors For Dummies
Nancy C. Muir(Author)
Wiley (Publisher)
3rd Edition
Published on 19. November 2012
Book
Paperback/Softback
408 pages
978-1-118-11553-4 (ISBN)
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Description
The bestselling guide to choosing a computer and getting online, fully updated for Windows 8!
Whether you use your computer for bookkeeping, making travel plans, socializing, shopping, or just plain fun, computers are now an essential part of daily life. But it can be overwhelming to keep up with the technology as it continually evolves. This clear, friendly guide not only gets you up to speed on computer basics, it also covers the very latest information, like the changes you'll see with Windows 8.
You'll learn to use the keyboard and mouse, navigate the Windows 8 operating system, access the Internet, create documents, keep safe online, and more. Packed with screenshots and illustrations, the new edition of this popular book is easy to follow, never intimidating, and always helpful.
* Starts with the basics and assumes no prior knowledge of computers
* Updates your current skills for the latest technology changes, such as the Windows 8 operating system
* Explains how to connect to the Internet, keep up with family and friends via e-mail and social media, find recipes and health information, book travel, manage your budget, and much more
* Shows you how to organize documents, work with files and folders, manage pictures and videos, and customize your desktop and system
* Offers tips and advice to help you avoid common pitfalls
Take on technology with confidence and take advantage of all your computer can do with Computers for Seniors For Dummies, 3rd Edition!
Whether you use your computer for bookkeeping, making travel plans, socializing, shopping, or just plain fun, computers are now an essential part of daily life. But it can be overwhelming to keep up with the technology as it continually evolves. This clear, friendly guide not only gets you up to speed on computer basics, it also covers the very latest information, like the changes you'll see with Windows 8.
You'll learn to use the keyboard and mouse, navigate the Windows 8 operating system, access the Internet, create documents, keep safe online, and more. Packed with screenshots and illustrations, the new edition of this popular book is easy to follow, never intimidating, and always helpful.
* Starts with the basics and assumes no prior knowledge of computers
* Updates your current skills for the latest technology changes, such as the Windows 8 operating system
* Explains how to connect to the Internet, keep up with family and friends via e-mail and social media, find recipes and health information, book travel, manage your budget, and much more
* Shows you how to organize documents, work with files and folders, manage pictures and videos, and customize your desktop and system
* Offers tips and advice to help you avoid common pitfalls
Take on technology with confidence and take advantage of all your computer can do with Computers for Seniors For Dummies, 3rd Edition!
More details
Edition
3. Auflage
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 22.9 cm
Width: 18.7 cm
Thickness: 2.2 cm
Weight
586 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-118-11553-4 (9781118115534)
Schweitzer Classification
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Computers For Seniors For Dummies
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Computers For Seniors For Dummies
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10/2009
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Person
Nancy C. Muir owns a writing and consulting company that specializes in technology topics. She is the author of more than 100 books, including all editions of the bestselling iPad For Seniors For Dummies. Nancy also writes a column on computers and the Internet for Retirenet.com.
Content
Introduction 1
Part I: Get Going! 5
Chapter 1: Buying a Computer 7
Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Computer 27
Chapter 3: Getting around Windows 8 41
Chapter 4: Setting Up Your Display 61
Chapter 5: Getting Help with Vision, Hearing, and Dexterity Challenges 75
Chapter 6: Setting Up Printers and Scanners 93
Chapter 7: Getting Help 109
Part II: Getting Things Done with Software 123
Chapter 8: Working with Software Programs 125
Chapter 9: Working with Files and Folders 135
Chapter 10: Working with the Weather, People, and Calendar Apps 153
Part III: Going Online 171
Chapter 11: Understanding Internet Basics 173
Chapter 12: Browsing the Web with Internet Explorer 189
Chapter 13: Staying Safe While Online 207
Chapter 14: Keeping In Touch with Mail 229
Chapter 15: Working in the Cloud 249
Chapter 16: Connecting with People Online 261
Part IV: Having Fun 281
Chapter 17: Getting Visual: Using Windows Media Player, Video, and Camera 283
Chapter 18: Playing Music in Windows 8 299
Chapter 19: Going Shopping Online 317
Part V: Windows Toolkit 329
Chapter 20: Working with Networks 331
Chapter 21: Protecting Windows 343
Chapter 22: Maintaining Windows 357
Index 377
Part I: Get Going! 5
Chapter 1: Buying a Computer 7
Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Computer 27
Chapter 3: Getting around Windows 8 41
Chapter 4: Setting Up Your Display 61
Chapter 5: Getting Help with Vision, Hearing, and Dexterity Challenges 75
Chapter 6: Setting Up Printers and Scanners 93
Chapter 7: Getting Help 109
Part II: Getting Things Done with Software 123
Chapter 8: Working with Software Programs 125
Chapter 9: Working with Files and Folders 135
Chapter 10: Working with the Weather, People, and Calendar Apps 153
Part III: Going Online 171
Chapter 11: Understanding Internet Basics 173
Chapter 12: Browsing the Web with Internet Explorer 189
Chapter 13: Staying Safe While Online 207
Chapter 14: Keeping In Touch with Mail 229
Chapter 15: Working in the Cloud 249
Chapter 16: Connecting with People Online 261
Part IV: Having Fun 281
Chapter 17: Getting Visual: Using Windows Media Player, Video, and Camera 283
Chapter 18: Playing Music in Windows 8 299
Chapter 19: Going Shopping Online 317
Part V: Windows Toolkit 329
Chapter 20: Working with Networks 331
Chapter 21: Protecting Windows 343
Chapter 22: Maintaining Windows 357
Index 377