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Product Identifiers
PublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-100470685964
ISBN-139780470685969
eBay Product ID (ePID)102823672
Product Key Features
Number of Pages286 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameLaptops for the Older and Wiser : Get Up and Running on Your Laptop Computer
Publication Year2010
SubjectGerontology, Hardware / General, Hardware / Personal Computers / General
TypeTextbook
AuthorBud E. Smith
Subject AreaComputers, Social Science
SeriesThe Third Age Trust (U3a) /Older and Wiser Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight17.6 Oz
Item Length8.2 in
Item Width6.8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2010-003588
Series Volume Number6
IllustratedYes
Table Of ContentAcknowledgements. About the Author. Publisher's Acknowledgements. Icons used in this book. Chapter 1 - Introduction. How this book is structured. Challenging old beliefs. Challenging fears. Part I - Getting your laptop. Chapter 2 - Choosing the right laptop for you. Choosing the computer size. Where to get advice. Choosing the type of computer. Summary. Chapter 3 - Understanding laptop specifi cations. The parts you can see and feel. The parts you can't see. Printer specifi cations. Summary. Chapter 4 - Buying your laptop. Setting your budget. Shopping online for a laptop. Finding a laptop in the shops. Summary. Part II - Setup. Chapter 5 - Buying broadband. Choosing a broadband provider. Buying your laptop in a package deal. Summary. Chapter 6 - Bringing your laptop home. Setting your laptop up at home. Making sure everything works. Deleting software. Loading software. Summary. Chapter 7 - Customising the Windows desktop. Touring the desktop. Control Panel. Summary. Part III - Getting up and running. Chapter 8 - Getting power to the people. How your laptop uses power. Using power management. Getting plugged in. Summary. Chapter 9 - Staying connected. Wireless connections at home and away. Finding and choosing a wireless network. Alternatives to a wireless network. Summary. Chapter 10 - Using your laptop's software. Using Accessories. Using word processing and spreadsheets. Summary. Chapter 11 - Learning what you can do online. Using email. Using online search. Finding videos, music and more online. Summary. Chapter 12 - Preventing problems. Preventing loss or theft. Preventing damage. Preventing freezes and slowdowns. Preventing loss of data. Summary. Part IV - Glossary. Glossary. Index.
SynopsisHelpful, easy-to-follow guide for new laptop users over the age of 50 Laptops are fun and more popular than ever, but they are still computers and come with their own set of issues: easier to steal, more likely to be dropped, often dependent on wireless Internet access, and other concerns. If you're entering the computer world as an older adult--and wondering about laptops--this straightforward, helpful book is for you. Written in full color with lots of screenshots and clear, easy-to-read type, this friendly guide walks you through the process from start to finish: selecting which type of laptop is right for you (PC or Mac?), handling setup, safely adding wireless Internet access, staying secure online, and much more. Provides guidance for purchasing your laptop, bringing it home, and setting up Walks you through all the various connections, buttons and switches Shows you how to connect wirelessly at home and abroad, safely Delves into laptop accessories, whether you need them, and how to get the most out of them Addresses online security issues and how to stay safe Explores troubleshooting problems and how to save your precious data Prepare properly, enjoy the freedom, and maybe even show the kids a thing or two with this fun and practical guide!, Helpful, easy-to-follow guide for new laptop users over the age of 50 Laptops are fun and more popular than ever, but they are still computers and come with their own set of issues: easier to steal, more likely to be dropped, often dependent on wireless Internet access, and other concerns., Helpful, easy-to-follow guide for new laptop users over the age of 50 Laptops are fun and more popular than ever, but they are still computers and come with their own set of issues: easier to steal, more likely to be dropped, often dependent on wireless Internet access, and other concerns. If you're entering the computer world as an older adult--and wondering about laptops--this straightforward, helpful book is for you. Written in full color with lots of screenshots and clear, easy-to-read type, this friendly guide walks you through the process from start to finish: selecting which type of laptop is right for you (PC or Mac?), handling setup, safely adding wireless Internet access, staying secure online, and much more. Provides guidance for purchasing your laptop, bringing it home, and setting up Walks you through all the various connections, buttons and switches Shows you how to connect wirelessly at home and abroad, safely Delves into laptop accessories, whether you need them, and how to get the most out of them Addresses online security issues and how to stay safe Explores troubleshooting problems and how to save your precious data Prepare properly, enjoy the freedom, and maybe even show the kids a thing or two with this fun and practical guide, If you are thinking of purchasing a Laptop but don t know where to start, or you already have a Laptop but are not sure how to use it, then this user-friendly guide can help. Laptops for the Older and Wiser is designed for those looking for straightforward advice on getting the best out of laptops and the mobile computing experience. You will find step-by-step guidance on: Choosing which laptop is right for you Purchasing your laptop and getting through the setup experience Understanding the various connections, buttons and switches Getting connected wirelessly at home or abroad Staying safe online with your laptop and much more
LC Classification NumberQA76.9.O43
