PCs Made Easy
The Official Guide to HP Pavilions and Compaq Presarios
Published on 23. October 2003
Book
Paperback/Softback
384 pages
978-0-13-141149-4 (ISBN)
Description
Make the most of your new desktop HP Pavilion or Compaq Presario PC! PCs Made Easy covers all you need to get productive with your desktop Pavilion or Presario fast -- and have more fun, too! All in one book: a complete, easy introduction to your new computer, Windows(R) XP, Internet tools, digital media, security, troubleshooting, and your amazing new software collection. This is the only PC guide authorized by Hewlett Packard, the manufacturer of your new computer. Sure, there are other introductory PC books, but if you own a Pavilion or Presario, no other book covers it all...straight from the source! *Set up your computer, Internet, and email connections -- fast! *Master Windows XP, Internet Explorer, and Outlook Express *Connect your printer and other add-ons *Manage your files, keep them safe -- and restore them in an emergency *Make the most of your Pavilion or Presario's productivity tools *Create great photo slide shows and digital video programs -- the easy way!*
Play DVDs and CDs *Create your own digital movies and photo slide shows *Protect yourself against viruses, hackers, and scam artists *Protect your children against inappropriate Web sites *Supercharge your computer with more memory and storage *Get expert troubleshooting solutions straight from HP & Compaq technical support *And more! You've bought one of the world's best home computers. Now master everything it has to offer, with the one book that makes it even better: PCs Made Easy!
Play DVDs and CDs *Create your own digital movies and photo slide shows *Protect yourself against viruses, hackers, and scam artists *Protect your children against inappropriate Web sites *Supercharge your computer with more memory and storage *Get expert troubleshooting solutions straight from HP & Compaq technical support *And more! You've bought one of the world's best home computers. Now master everything it has to offer, with the one book that makes it even better: PCs Made Easy!
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Upper Saddle River
United States
Publishing group
Pearson Education (US)
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 178 mm
Width: 234 mm
Thickness: 24 mm
Weight
721 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-13-141149-4 (9780131411494)
Copyright in bibliographic data and cover images is held by Nielsen Book Services Limited or by the publishers or by their respective licensors: all rights reserved.
Schweitzer Classification
Person
NANCY STEVENSON has written over 30 books on technology and business topics, has taught technical writing at the university level, and has been a corporate trainer working with computer learners ranging from beginners to advanced.
Content
Preface.
I. GETTING STARTED.
1. The Box Is Open? Now What?
PCs 101: The Parts of Your Computer. Starting and Turning Off Your Computer. Getting Help. When It's Time to Stop. Chapter Summary.
2. Setting Up Your Printer.
Registering Your Computer and Windows XP. Connecting a Printer. Chapter Summary.
3. Turn on Your Pavilion: You're All Set to Go!
A Bounty of Computer Productivity. Getting to Know Your Pavilion Keyboard. Turning Your Computer Off. Chapter Summary.
II. GETTING TO KNOW WINDOWS XP.
4. Getting Around Windows XP.
Discovering the Desktop. Exploring the Start Menu. Project: Add Shortcuts to Your Desktop. Opening and Closing Software. Doing Windows. Taking a Look at My Computer. Changing the Appearance of Things. Project: Personalizing Your Computer Background. Chapter Summary.
5. File Management Basics.
The Virtual Filing Cabinet. Project: Create Your Projects Folder. Backing Up Your Files. Finding What You Need. Chapter Summary.
6. Customizing Your Computing Experience.
Installing Software. Project: Install a Game on Your Computer. Adding Hardware. Modifying Your Display. Project: Personalize Your Computer with Themes, Backgrounds, and Colors. Chapter Summary.
7. Exploring Windows XP Accessories.
Set Yourself Up for Productivity. Bring Your Old Computer with You. Connect with Others. Project: Send a Fax to a Friend. Multimedia Madness. Windows Moviemaker. Project: Designing a Family Crest. Fun and Games. Chapter Summary.
III. TAKING ADVANTAGE OF PRE-INSTALLED SOFTWARE.
8. Working with Computer Utilities.
Keeping Your Hard Drive in Shape. Recovering from Disaster. Get Protected with Norton Antivirus. Chapter Summary.
9. Words and Numbers.
Working with Office Suites. Project: Designing an Event Flyer. Profiting from Financial Software. Chapter Summary.
10. Fun and Games.
Playing Windows Games. Project: Challenge Your Friend to a Pinball Match. Chapter Summary.
11. Getting Down to Business with Presario Multimedia.
Moving Pictures with Intervideo WinDVD. Music to Your Ears. Project: Create Your Own Radio Station Mix. Chapter Summary.
12. Having Fun with HP Pavilion Graphics and Digital Imaging.
Greetings from Greeting Card Creator. Project: Create Your Own Greeting Card. Into the Funhouse. Exploring HP Image Zone. Project: Create a Birthday Card. Chapter Summary.
IV. CONNECTING TO THE INTERNET.
13. Get Online Today!
What You Need to Get Online. What Will It Cost You? Signing Up. Project: Getting Online with HP's Easy Internet Sign-Up. Choosing a Browser. Chapter Summary.
14. Security and You.
Passwords. Cookies, Hold the Milk. Avoiding Viruses Like the Plague. Protecting Your Kids Online. Project: Creating a Family Online Safety Pact. Steering Clear of Spams and Scams. Chapter Summary.
15. Exploring the Internet.
Using the Internet Explorer Browser. Project: Picking Your Perfect Home Page. Learning Online. Learning Made Fun. Chapter Summary.
16. Getting in Touch with Email.
Choosing an Email Program. Using Outlook Express. Project: Building Your Online Address Book. Project: Pick a Stationery for Family Email. Email Etiquette. Chapter Summary.
V. UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER.
17. Managing Computer Memory.
What Is Computer Memory? Check Your Available Memory. Adding Memory Modules to Your Pavilion. Chapter Summary.
18. Upgrading Your Hardware.
Upgrading and Repairing. Opening Up Your Computer. Replacing a Disk Drive. Changing an Optical Drive. Replacing the Battery. Closing Your Computer. Chapter Summary.
19. Supercharging Your Pavilion.
Installing Add-In Cards. Replacing the Hard Drive. Networking Your Computers. Chapter Summary.
20. Troubleshooting.
Top Tips from HP Support. Troubleshooting with Help and Support. Chapter Summary.
Appendix A: Using Organize from HP and Compaq.
Customizin HP/Compaq Organize. Accessing Files. Using Software. Getting Online with Organize.
Index.
I. GETTING STARTED.
1. The Box Is Open? Now What?
PCs 101: The Parts of Your Computer. Starting and Turning Off Your Computer. Getting Help. When It's Time to Stop. Chapter Summary.
2. Setting Up Your Printer.
Registering Your Computer and Windows XP. Connecting a Printer. Chapter Summary.
3. Turn on Your Pavilion: You're All Set to Go!
A Bounty of Computer Productivity. Getting to Know Your Pavilion Keyboard. Turning Your Computer Off. Chapter Summary.
II. GETTING TO KNOW WINDOWS XP.
4. Getting Around Windows XP.
Discovering the Desktop. Exploring the Start Menu. Project: Add Shortcuts to Your Desktop. Opening and Closing Software. Doing Windows. Taking a Look at My Computer. Changing the Appearance of Things. Project: Personalizing Your Computer Background. Chapter Summary.
5. File Management Basics.
The Virtual Filing Cabinet. Project: Create Your Projects Folder. Backing Up Your Files. Finding What You Need. Chapter Summary.
6. Customizing Your Computing Experience.
Installing Software. Project: Install a Game on Your Computer. Adding Hardware. Modifying Your Display. Project: Personalize Your Computer with Themes, Backgrounds, and Colors. Chapter Summary.
7. Exploring Windows XP Accessories.
Set Yourself Up for Productivity. Bring Your Old Computer with You. Connect with Others. Project: Send a Fax to a Friend. Multimedia Madness. Windows Moviemaker. Project: Designing a Family Crest. Fun and Games. Chapter Summary.
III. TAKING ADVANTAGE OF PRE-INSTALLED SOFTWARE.
8. Working with Computer Utilities.
Keeping Your Hard Drive in Shape. Recovering from Disaster. Get Protected with Norton Antivirus. Chapter Summary.
9. Words and Numbers.
Working with Office Suites. Project: Designing an Event Flyer. Profiting from Financial Software. Chapter Summary.
10. Fun and Games.
Playing Windows Games. Project: Challenge Your Friend to a Pinball Match. Chapter Summary.
11. Getting Down to Business with Presario Multimedia.
Moving Pictures with Intervideo WinDVD. Music to Your Ears. Project: Create Your Own Radio Station Mix. Chapter Summary.
12. Having Fun with HP Pavilion Graphics and Digital Imaging.
Greetings from Greeting Card Creator. Project: Create Your Own Greeting Card. Into the Funhouse. Exploring HP Image Zone. Project: Create a Birthday Card. Chapter Summary.
IV. CONNECTING TO THE INTERNET.
13. Get Online Today!
What You Need to Get Online. What Will It Cost You? Signing Up. Project: Getting Online with HP's Easy Internet Sign-Up. Choosing a Browser. Chapter Summary.
14. Security and You.
Passwords. Cookies, Hold the Milk. Avoiding Viruses Like the Plague. Protecting Your Kids Online. Project: Creating a Family Online Safety Pact. Steering Clear of Spams and Scams. Chapter Summary.
15. Exploring the Internet.
Using the Internet Explorer Browser. Project: Picking Your Perfect Home Page. Learning Online. Learning Made Fun. Chapter Summary.
16. Getting in Touch with Email.
Choosing an Email Program. Using Outlook Express. Project: Building Your Online Address Book. Project: Pick a Stationery for Family Email. Email Etiquette. Chapter Summary.
V. UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER.
17. Managing Computer Memory.
What Is Computer Memory? Check Your Available Memory. Adding Memory Modules to Your Pavilion. Chapter Summary.
18. Upgrading Your Hardware.
Upgrading and Repairing. Opening Up Your Computer. Replacing a Disk Drive. Changing an Optical Drive. Replacing the Battery. Closing Your Computer. Chapter Summary.
19. Supercharging Your Pavilion.
Installing Add-In Cards. Replacing the Hard Drive. Networking Your Computers. Chapter Summary.
20. Troubleshooting.
Top Tips from HP Support. Troubleshooting with Help and Support. Chapter Summary.
Appendix A: Using Organize from HP and Compaq.
Customizin HP/Compaq Organize. Accessing Files. Using Software. Getting Online with Organize.
Index.