Overview

Do you feel that you have been left behind in the technological revolution? Are you looking for sound, practical advice on getting the most out of email and the Internet? If so, The Internet and email for the Over 50s is exactly what you need! Focusing on a wide range of internet and email uses that are of particular relevance and interest to older computer users and the technologically terrified, including travel, shopping and much more, this book even covers online dating! The author approaches the subject in a highly accessible way, covering emailing, making calls over the Internet, shopping online, banking, setting up a blog and searching online. Starting from first basics, it begins with how to choose the right computer, software and peripherals. Made up of of self-contained chapters with the emphasis on what the computer is being used for, rather than scary technical stuff about the software needed, this book covers key areas of interest. Filled with clear instructions and supported with screenshots, tips, hints and a full jargon-busting glossary, it assumes no prior knowledge of using the internet and email, guiding you with practical good humour to success.

Full Product Details

Author:   Bob Reeves
Publisher:   John Murray Press
Imprint:   Teach Yourself
Dimensions:   Width: 12.90cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 19.70cm
Weight:   0.310kg
ISBN:  

9781444100839

ISBN 10:   1444100831
Pages:   384
Publication Date:   26 March 2010
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   To order  
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Table of Contents

1.: What computer you will need. 2.: What other equipment you might need. 3.: What programs (software) you might need. 4.: Getting started on your computer. 5.: Getting started with email. 6.: Sending and receiving emails using Outlook Express. 7.: Sending and receiving attachments using Outlook Express. 8.: Tidying up your email messages and contacts. 9.: Making phone calls over the Internet. 10.: ‘Chatting’ over the Internet. 11.: Special interest groups on the Internet. 12.: Reading and writing ‘blogs’. 13.: Keeping your personal information safe online. 14.: Keeping your computer safe from viruses. 15.: Finding what you need on the Internet. 16.: Finding a specific website. 17.: Doing your grocery shopping. 18.: Doing your banking. 19.: Buying from an online auction. 20.: Arranging and booking your travels. 21.: Working and learning. 22.: Listening to the radio. 23.: Buying music/video. 24.: Websites designed for the over 50s. 25.: Online dating. 26.: ‘Jargon-buster’ glossary.

Reviews

A friendly, easy to follow guide to getting online. -- The Good Book Guide

Author Information

Bob Reeves is an ICT and personal finance education consultant and writer. Based in Lincolnshire, he also holds the position of Team Leader/Senior Examiner (Computing) for the AQA Examination Board in Manchester. He trained as a teacher specialising in business and ICT and has taught on a range of business and ICT courses over the years with students as young as 4 and as old as 80. This and his sister title, [Teach Yourself] Confident Computing for the Over 50s, have many fans who love his practical and easy style.

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