
Windows 8.1 for Seniors QuickSteps
Marty Matthews(Author)
Osborne/McGraw-Hill (Publisher)
Published on 16. April 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
272 pages
978-0-07-183258-8 (ISBN)
Description
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A full-color, visual guide to the basics of Windows 8.1, written for seniors, by a senior in a jargon-free style, using specific examples in clear, step-by-step instructionsStart using Windows 8 or 8.1 right away--the QuickSteps way. Full-color screenshots on every page with clear instructions make it easy to use this versatile operating system on any device and navigate the interface with a touchscreen, keyboard, or mouse. Written by a senior for seniors, this book shows you how to customize your desktop, store data, browse the Internet, use email, work with documents and photos, enjoy multimedia, access the cloud, and use apps. You'll get tips for maintainingyour system, adding hardware and software, and controlling security. This practical, visual guide gets you up and running on Windows 8.1 in no time!
Use these handy guideposts:
QuickSteps for accomplishing common tasks
Personal insights from other seniors
Need-to-know facts in concise narrative
Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things
Bonus information related to the topic being covered
Errors and pitfalls to avoid
The unique, landscape-oriented layout of the QuickSteps series mimics your computer screen, displays graphics and explanations side by side, and lays flat so you can easily refer to the book while working on your computer.
A full-color, visual guide to the basics of Windows 8.1, written for seniors, by a senior in a jargon-free style, using specific examples in clear, step-by-step instructionsStart using Windows 8 or 8.1 right away--the QuickSteps way. Full-color screenshots on every page with clear instructions make it easy to use this versatile operating system on any device and navigate the interface with a touchscreen, keyboard, or mouse. Written by a senior for seniors, this book shows you how to customize your desktop, store data, browse the Internet, use email, work with documents and photos, enjoy multimedia, access the cloud, and use apps. You'll get tips for maintainingyour system, adding hardware and software, and controlling security. This practical, visual guide gets you up and running on Windows 8.1 in no time!
Use these handy guideposts:
QuickSteps for accomplishing common tasks
Personal insights from other seniors
Need-to-know facts in concise narrative
Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things
Bonus information related to the topic being covered
Errors and pitfalls to avoid
The unique, landscape-oriented layout of the QuickSteps series mimics your computer screen, displays graphics and explanations side by side, and lays flat so you can easily refer to the book while working on your computer.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Illustrations
400 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 254 mm
Width: 201 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
542 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-07-183258-8 (9780071832588)
Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions

Marty Matthews
Windows 8.1 for Seniors QuickSteps
E-Book
04/2014
1st Edition
McGraw-Hill Education
€69.49
Available for download
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Content
1. Getting Started with Windows 8.12. Customizing Windows 8.13. Storing Information4. Exploring the Internet5. Sending and Receiving Email6. Working with Documents and Pictures7. Enjoying Multimedia8. Using the Cloud and Apps9. Managing and Maintaining Windows 8.110. Controlling Security