Overview

The ins, the outs, and all about the iPad-in full color! With its ease of use and ultraportability, the incredible iPad is quickly become a favorite of power and business users alike. Veteran author Nancy Muir escorts you through the functions, features, and capabilities of the iPad. The straightforward-but-fun For Dummies approach starts with tips for synching your computer, setting up e-mail, and obtaining new apps and e-books. The minibooks then progress to connecting with WiFi and 3G, using maps, getting your e-mail while on the road, buying and downloading content, reading e-books, and using your iPad as remote desktop computer from anywhere in the world. You'll go beyond the basics with tips for using the calendar, managing contacts, and maximizing your use of apps.* Contains six minibooks that cover everything from the basics of getting started to the intricacies of sifting through and finding the best apps for business, travel, education, news, financial, and entertainment purposes* Shows you how to use iWork and other productivity apps to dress up your documents, create stellar spreadsheets, make powerful presentations, and maintain your schedule on the go* Walks you through connecting with WiFi and 3G; using maps for getting directions, finding restaurants, and locating hotels; and getting e-mail while on the road* Encourages you to get organized with using Notes, keep track of your schedule with the calendar app, and manage contacts* Includes information on finding and downloading content just for fun, too, like music, videos, movies, e-books, games, apps, and more iPad All-in-One For Dummies helps you discover the possibilities of your iPad.

Full Product Details

Author:   Nancy C. Muir
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Imprint:   John Wiley & Sons Ltd
Dimensions:   Width: 18.90cm , Height: 2.90cm , Length: 23.20cm
Weight:   1.362kg
ISBN:  

9780470928677

ISBN 10:   0470928670
Pages:   592
Publication Date:   11 January 2011
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Out of stock  

Table of Contents

Introduction. Book I: iPad Basics. Chapter 1: Buying Your iPad. Chapter 2: Getting Started with iPad. Chapter 3: Overview of Bundled Apps. Chapter 4: Setting Up iTunes to Sync and Buy Apps. Chapter 5: Browsing the Web. Chapter 6: Working with E-Mail in Mail. Chapter 7: Managing iPad Settings. Chapter 8: Maintaining and Troubleshooting. Book II: Just for Fun. Chapter 1: Buying Content at iTunes and Beyond. Chapter 2: Playing Music with the iPod App. Chapter 3: Watching Videos and YouTube. Chapter 4: Playing with Photos. Chapter 5: Using Your iPad as an eReader. Chapter 6: Playing Games. Book III: iPad on the Go. Chapter 1: Confi guring iPad to Connect Everywhere. Chapter 2: Finding Your Way with Maps. Chapter 3: Apps for Road Warriors. Book IV: Getting Productive with iWork. Chapter 1: Introducing the iWork for iPad Apps. Chapter 2: Pages Has a Way with Words. Chapter 3: Counting on Numbers. Chapter 4: Presenting Keynote. Chapter 5: Working with Text Boxes, Media, Tables, Charts, and Shapes. Book V: Using iPad to Get Organized. Chapter 1: Managing Files and Printing. Chapter 2: Making Notes. Chapter 3: Keeping On Schedule with Calendar. Chapter 4: Managing Contacts. Book VI: Must-Have iPad Apps. Chapter 1: Business Apps. Chapter 2: Travel Apps. Chapter 3: Educational Apps. Chapter 4: News and Weather Apps. Chapter 5: Financial Apps. Chapter 6: Entertainment Apps. Index.

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Nancy C. Muir has written more than 60 books on technology, including iPad For Seniors For Dummies, and has taught university courses on technical writing and Internet safety. She runs two Web sites: TechSmartSenior.com, to help seniors get the most from technology, and iPadMadeClear.com.

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