Easy Computer Basics Windows Vista Edition

Easy Computer Basics See it done. do it yourself. It’s that Easy! Easy Computer Basics, Windows 8.1 Edition teaches you the fundamentals to help you get the most from your computer hardware and software. Fully illustrated steps with simple instructions guide you through each task, building the skills you need to perform the most common computer tasks. No need to feel intimidated; we’ll hold your hand every step of the way. Learn how to... -- Set up and configure your new computer system -- Upgrade your computer with new hardware and software -- Use Microsoft Windows 8.1–and personalize it just for you -- Connect to the Internet for web surfing, email, Facebook, and listening to digital music -- View and edit digital photos -- Watch your favorite movies and TV shows online with Netflix and Hulu Plus -- Protect your family and your computer from viruses, spam, and spyware -- Set up a wireless home network, and share your Internet connection with multiple computers

See it done. Do it yourself. It's that Easy! Easy Computer Basics, Windows Vista Edition teaches you the fundamentals to help you get the most from your computer hardware and software. Fully illustrated steps with simple instructions guide you through each task, building the skills you need to do what you want to do. No need to feel intimidated; we'll hold your hand every step of the way. Learn how to... Set up and configure your new computer system Upgrade your computer with new hardware and software Use Windows Vista--and personalize it just for you Connect to the Internet for web surfing, email, and instant messaging Manage and edit digital photos with Windows Photo Gallery Play, copy, and burn your own music CDs--and download music from the Internet to play on your iPod Protect your family and your computer from viruses, spam, and spyware Set up a wireless home network and share your Internet connection with multiple computers Easy steps guide you through each task. Items you select or click are shown in bold. Each step is fully illustrated. Category: Computers Covers: General Computing User Level: Beginning Introduction 1 Part 1: Understanding How Your Computer Works 2 Part 2: Setting Up and Using a Desktop PC 14 Part 3: Setting Up and Using a Notebook PC 28 Part 4: Using Microsoft Windows Vista 38 Part 5: Working with Files and Folders 62 Part 6: Using Microsoft Word 78 Part 7: Connecting to the Internet 96 Part 8: Setting Up a Wireless Home Network 132 Part 9: Playing Music and Movies 150 Part 10: Working with Digital Photos 168 Part 11: Adding New Devices to Your System 190 Part 12: Protecting Your Computer 200 Part 13: Taking Care of Your Computer 214 Glossary 228.

See it done. Do it yourself. It’s that Easy! Easy Computer Basics, Windows 7 Edition teaches you the fundamentals to help you get the most from your computer hardware and software. Fully illustrated steps with simple instructions guide you through each task, building the skills you need to perform the most common computer tasks. No need to feel intimidated; we’ll hold your hand every step of the way. In full color Learn how to… • Set up and configure your new computer system • Upgrade your computer with new hardware and software • Use Microsoft Windows 7–and personalize it just for you • Connect to the Internet for web surfing, email, Facebook, and YouTube • Manage and edit digital photos • Play, copy, and burn your own music CDs–and download music from the Internet to play on your iPod • Protect your family and your computer from viruses, spam, and spyware • Set up a wireless home network and share your Internet connection with multiple computers Category: General Computing Covers: Hardware, Microsoft ® Windows 7 User Level: Beginner Easy steps guide you through each task. Items you select or click are shown in bold. Each step is fully illustrated.

"[P]erfect for any new computer user who wants to get up and running quickly and simply. With step-by-step instructions and minimal jargon, this book will ensure that you quickly gain a clear understanding of all the key applications on your computer."--Back cover.

This easy-to-use guide teaches users the fundamentals to help them get the most from their computer hardware and software. Fully illustrated steps with simple instructions guide readers through each task, building the skills they need to perform the most common computer tasks.

SEE IT DONE. DO IT YOURSELF. It’s that Easy! Easy Computer Basics, Windows 8 Edition teaches you the fundamentals to help you get the most from your computer hardware and software. Fully illustrated steps with simple instructions guide you through each task, building the skills you need to perform the most common computer tasks. No need to feel intimidated; we’ll hold your hand every step of the way. Learn how to… Set up and configure your new computer system Upgrade your computer with new hardware and software Use Microsoft Windows 8—and personalize it just for you Connect to the Internet for web surfing, email, Facebook, and YouTube View and manage digital photos Download music from the iTunes Store and other sites, plus stream music live over the Internet Protect your family and your computer from viruses, spam, and spyware Set up a wireless home network and share your Internet connection with multiple computers

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A visual introduction to Microsoft's innovative new operating system, Windows Vista, includes coverage of such topics as Aero Glass design, security features for protecting the PC, instant searching, Windows Mail, parental control, Media Player 11, and Internet Explorer 7.