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Laptops & Tablets For Seniors For Dummies - Softcover

Muir, Nancy C.

 
9781118095966: Laptops & Tablets For Seniors For Dummies
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1118095960 ISBN 13: 9781118095966
Verlag: Wiley & Sons, 2011

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Easy-to-understand advice for seniors who want to get started using their laptops and tablets
Laptop and tablet popularity is on the rise among computer buyers, including seniors. For anyone in the over-60 age group who is eager to get started with a laptop or tablet, this is the book for you! Laptops and tablets are ideal for seniors who travel and want to stay in contact with family and friends. You'll learn how to select the laptop or tablet that is right for you; get familiar with the hardware, operating system, and software; understand files and folders; and connect to other wireless technology.
Featuring a larger font for text and larger sizes for images, this new edition of a bestseller begins with the basics and progresses to step-by-step coverage of how to establish positive habits and avoid common pitfalls. New content offers detailed information on battery life, setting up a wireless printer, connectivity, storing data online, downloading apps, and syncing your mobile phone. With this guide, you'll feel confident about staying safe online when banking, shopping, or chatting.
Targets the growing number of seniors who are eager to get up and running with their laptop or tablet
Covers the basics: selecting the right laptop or tablet for your needs, using the keyboard and mouse, finding your way around Windows 7, using the Internet, and more
Assures you about staying safe online and keeping your information private when shopping, e-mailing family and friends, banking, researching, and more
Features a large font and large images for easy reading
This fun-and-friendly introduction is the perfect starting point for becoming a tech-savvy senior with your laptop or tablet device.

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Nancy Muir owns a writing and consulting company that specializes in technology and business topics. She has written over 60 books, including Computers For Seniors For Dummies, and helps those over 50 make friends with technology through her website, TechSmartSenior.com, and her column at Retirenet.com.

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Learn to pick a portable computer, use Windows, and take advantage of the Internet!

Computers are so much a part of life today that you really can't afford to miss out. If you're torn between a laptop and a tablet, here's just what you need to help you decide which to buy. Learn to set up your laptop, work with Windows, use applications and files, shop and pay bills online, keep up with the grandkids, and more.

  • You have choices learn the characteristics of laptops and tablets and choose what's best for you

  • All about Windows navigate Windows® 7, customize the display, and explore accessibility features

  • Oh, the things you can do learn the basics of word processing and spreadsheets so you can be more productive

  • Media mania upload photos from your digital camera, create a slide show, and download and play music

  • Cruisin' the web explore the Internet safely and keep up on your favorite hobbies, news, travel plans, and more

  • At home or on the go discover the convenience of shopping, banking, and paying bills online

  • Keep in touch use e-mail and webcams, join chats, explore social networks, and share instant messages

  • Safety first learn to keep your laptop and personal information secure

Open the book and find:

  • Accessories to optimize your laptop experience

  • Tips for managing battery life

  • Helpful tools for vision, hearing, and dexterity challenges

  • How to manage files and folders

  • Gadgets for monitoring news, weather, and more

  • Fun games to enjoy

  • What the cloud is all about

  • Online safety advice

Learn to:

  • Compare laptops and tablets and choose the right one for you

  • Use the built-in touchpad or attach a wireless mouse

  • Shop online, manage data, e-mail, and explore social networks

  • Access music, movies, and photos

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Verlag
Wiley & Sons
Erscheinungsdatum
2011
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
1118095960
ISBN 13 
9781118095966
Einband
Taschenbuch
Auflage
2
Anzahl der Seiten
504
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