Overview

Brilliant Laptops for the Over 50s is a visual quick reference book that shows you how to make the most of your laptop computer, particularly if it is your first one, or if you are new to the world of computers ! . It will give you a solid grounding on how choose the right laptop for you, how it works and how to get the best out of your laptop – a complete reference for the beginner and intermediate user who hasn't growen up with a laptop. If you are considering buying a laptop, or want to learn how to get the very best out of your current laptop, this book is for you. The first couple of chapters look at the different types and specs of of laptops available and matches these to the needs and demands of the older user, helping you to understand what your laptop can do for you and how it fits into the bigger universe of laptops. As you move though the chapters you will learn more about how your laptop works, how to get the most from its and how to keep it in tip top condition. We also look at the kinds of software and  peripherals you might find useful, how to manage security and connectivity issues and how to manage that all important aspect of the laptop ecosystem – its battery. Brilliant Laptops provides …. A visual tutorial taking you from laptop novice to accomplished user in easy steps. A guide to optimising your use of your laptop. making a more integral and essential part of your life. Essential guidance on the vast array of software and peripferal hardware available to you, allowing you to make the right choices for how you wnat to work Insider tips and tricks on optimising your hardware an software to make sure that you get every extra ounce of power and time from your battery. 

Full Product Details

Author:   Joli Ballew
Publisher:   Pearson Education Limited
Imprint:   Prentice-Hall
Dimensions:   Width: 18.80cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.872kg
ISBN:  

9780273720553

ISBN 10:   0273720554
Pages:   432
Publication Date:   09 December 2008
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order  
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction to laptops *Laptop advantages *Access media and games *Use the web to find your way *Entertain your grandchildren *Tablet PC support *Use your laptop ergonomically *Get started Chapter 2 Choosing and using a laptop *Things to consider when shopping for a laptop *Shopping checklist *Choosing a rugged laptop *Extended warranties Chapter 3 Exploring the outside of the laptop *Locate and use various features *Explore additional ports Chapter 4 Exploring the inside *Basic functionality *Keys common to most keyboards Chapter 5 Windows Vista *Starting and activating Windows Vista *Explore the Welcome Center *About Vista editions *Explore the desktop *Explore Vista *Explore the taskbar *Explore the Sidebar *Instant search *Shut down Windows Chapter 6 Tweaking the look of Windows Vista *Personalise the desktop with Aero *Windows backgrounds *Screen savers *Changing desktop icons *Screen resolution *Mouse/screen pointers *Font size Chapter 7 Configuring accessibility options *Configure the Narrator *Working with the Magnifier *Using the on-screen keyboard *Make the keyboard easier to use *Explore keyboard shortcuts *Explore additional ease of access options *Using speech recognition Chapter 8 Safety and security *User accounts and passwords *Protecting your laptop *Protecting your family and your data *Staying safe online *Help and support Chapter 9 Connecting to the Internet *Choose among dial-up, broadband, mobile, wireless, satellite *Configuring your home Internet connection *Creating a wireless satellite connection *Viewing and managing network connections *Using free WiFi hotspot Chapter 10 Working with media and media applications *Rip a CD in Media Player *Playing music in Media Player *Burn a CD in Media Player *Import pictures *Edit photos *Share photos *Watch DVDs *Burn a data DVD *Movie Maker basics *Watching live television *Record television Chapter 11 Instant and video messaging *Get Live Messenger *Configure Live Messenger *Messaging *Voice and video communications Chapter 12 The Mobility Center *Explore Mobility Center *Extend battery life *Wireless connectivity *Exploring presentation settings *Sync Center *Using an external display Chapter 13 Tablet PC features for tablet PCs and laptops *Tablet PC tools *Using the tablet PC's input panel *Configure tablet PC features *Snipping Tool *Sticky Notes *Handwriting recognition *Gestures *Flicks *Windows journal Chapter 14 Holidays with a laptop *Back up your laptop before you leave *Be sure you need your laptop *Packing your laptop *Taking your laptop on an airplane *Getting online access *Physically secure your laptop Chapter 15 Maintaining and upgrading your laptop *Maintain your laptop *Upgrading your laptop Appendix Avoiding laptop disasters *Commonsense precautions *Health precautions *Laptops and physical precautions Jargon buster Troubleshooting guide

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