Teach Yourself Visually Computers

Are you a visual learner? Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something—and skip the long-winded explanations? If so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you'll find clear, full-color illustrations that introduce you to computers, from working with different operating systems, applications, e-mail, and the Internet to the newest wireless devices, digital video technologies, and multimedia formats. Each task-based spread includes these great features to get you up and running on your computer in no time: Jargon-free captions that offer practical tips and tricks Succinct explanations that walk you through step by step Full-color illustrations that demonstrate each concept or task Self-contained lessons that break big topics into bite-sized modules Learn How To: Choose a computer, printer, and software Understand memory and data storage Find your way around Windows® XP or Mac OS® X Install and uninstall programs Create word documents, spreadsheets, and presentations Use multimedia applications and the Internet

Are you a visual learner? Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something — and skip the long-winded explanations? If so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you'll find clear, step-by-step screen shots that show you how to tackle more than 135 basic computer tasks. Each task-based spread includes easy, visual directions for performing necessary operations, including: Comparing types of computers Selecting memory and storage options Using Windows® or Mac OS® X Working with digital media Exploring e-mail and the Web Protecting your privacy online Helpful sidebars offer practical tips and tricks Full-color screen shots demonstrate each task Succinct explanations walk you through step by step Two-page lessons break big topics into bite-sized modules

Are you a visual learner? If so, then this book is for you.

This book puts visual learners at ease by showing them how to maximize the new Windows features and interface Concise explanations walk readers through more than 150 Windows Vista tasks, covering everything from customizing their desktop to maintaining Windows Vista and networking with another computer or printer Explores the new interface and folder organization system of Vista, both of which enable users to find documents and files more easily than ever Covers the latest release of MovieMaker, Media Player, Internet Explorer, and the new Media Center feature added to Vista Features full-color screenshots and clear, step-by-step instructions

Master Windows 10 by reading only one book Teach Yourself Visually Windows 10, 3rd Edition brings together all of the necessary resources to make you an expert in the use of the latest version of Windows. Using highly visual techniques to maximize learner retention and memory, Teach Yourself Visually Windows 10 will have you breezing through the most popular operating system in the world in no time. The book includes hundreds of step-by-step and illustrated sets of instructions to teach you both the basics and the complexities of Windows 10 operation. Lessons include: Installing and repairing applications System maintenance Setting up password-protection Downloading photos Managing media files And more Teach Yourself Visually Windows 10 combines the best of visual learning techniques with comprehensive source material about the interface and substance of Windows 10 to leave you with encyclopedic knowledge of the operating system. Perfect for beginners and intermediate users alike, this book will turn your Windows-using experience from a slow slog into a lighting-fast masterclass of efficiency.

Are you a visual learner? Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something - and skip the long-winded explanations? If so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you'll find clear illustrations that show you how to work with Microsoft(r) Windows(r), use basic software, send and receive e-mail, and surf the Web. * Full-color illustrations demonstrate each concept or task * Succinct explanations walk you through the basics and beyond * Self contained lessons break big topics into bite-sized modules * Jargon-free captions offer practical tips and tricks Teach Yourself Visually(TM) "I am 44 years old, and although I bought a computer for my children when they were very young, I never learned to use one myself. Not knowing a megabyte from a mosquito bite, I needed help. Between your book and a little help from my family I have opened a whole new and exciting world." - Donato De Pinto (Sugarland, TX)

A guide to Microsoft Windows home server covers such topics as networking computers, setting up user accounts, using Windows home server storage, sharing files, working with digital media, making a remote connection, and working with computer backups.

PCs made easy for visual learners Beginning computer users who want to see visually how things are done will learn quickly and easily with this full-color, step-by-step guide. Screen shots show clearly what you will see at each step, and numbered instructions guide you through dozens of common PC tasks. You’ll learn all the basics, plus some intermediate topics including how to use multimedia applications, the Internet, wireless technologies, Windows 7, Office 2010, mobile devices, and key security processes. Computer literacy is essential in today’s world; this full-color guide makes it easy for visual learners to get up to speed quickly Covers basic operating procedures, hardware and software, Windows 7, networks, the Internet, wireless devices, using multimedia applications, Office 2010, syncing with mobile devices, virus protection, and much more Each lesson is fully illustrated with screen shots and numbered, step-by-step instructions If you learn best when someone shows you how it’s done, Teach Yourself VISUALLY PCs is the computer book you’ve been looking for.