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A simple guide to computers that'll show you what all the fuss is about
Most people new to computers find them a little intimidating at first. But with the right guidance, even a total novice can be sending email and banking online in no time at all. Computers For Seniors For Dummies is your must-have computing companion, full of crystal clear, step-by-step instructions for accessing websites, opening and using programs, and keeping yourself safe from viruses and hackers. And unlike the confusing "tips" from your son-in-law, you can rely on the For Dummies brand to deliver advice that actually works!
Whether you've set up your computer and are ready to start using it or it's still sitting in the box, this book walks you through each and every step you need to take to connect with your family or share your photos with your friends on Facebook. It'll also show you how to:
Research topics you're interested in on the web while steering clear of malicious websites and emails that can harm your computer
Shop online in a way that keeps your credit card info secure
Find recipes, diet tips, the latest news, or your favorite TV show
Computers For Seniors For Dummies is your one-stop resource for taking control of your computer, transforming it from an expensive paperweight into the most useful gadget in your home. Filled with easy-on-the-eyes type and tons of explanatory images, this is the book that will finally get you up to speed on personal computing.
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Faithe Wempen is a computer and information technology instructor at Indiana University Purdue University at Indianapolis. She designs online technology courses for corporate clients and is the author of over 150 books on computer hardware and software.
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Make your PC your new best friend!
Personal computers can connect you to the world, improve your productivity, and make your life much easier. But sometimes it can be tough to know where to start. In Computers For Seniors For Dummies, you'll find a guide that's perfect for those with an abundance of life experience who need a helping hand finding their way around a Windows PC. From surfing the web to video chatting with your family, you'll find hands-on guidance for the everyday tasks you'll need to understand to get the most out of your new computer. Inside
Résumé
A simple guide to computers that'll show you what all the fuss is about Most people new to computers find them a little intimidating at first. But with the right guidance, even a total novice can be sending email and banking online in no time at all. Computers For Seniors For Dummies is your must-have computing companion, full of crystal clear, step-by-step instructions for accessing websites, opening and using programs, and keeping yourself safe from viruses and hackers. And unlike the confusing "tips" from your son-in-law, you can rely on the For Dummies brand to deliver advice that actually works! Whether you've set up your computer and are ready to start using it or it's still sitting in the box, this book walks you through each and every step you need to take to connect with your family or share your photos with your friends on Facebook. It'll also show you how to:
Contenu
Introduction 1
About This Book 1
Foolish Assumptions 1
Icons Used in This Book 2
Beyond the Book 3
Where to Go from Here 3
Part 1: Get Going! 5
Chapter 1: Buying a Computer 7
What Can You Can Do with a Computer? 8
Get Up to Speed on Hardware 11
Input Devices: Putting Stuff In 15
Output Devices: Getting Stuff Out 16
What Is Software? 17
Decide on a Type of Computer 19
Choose a Display Type 24
Evaluate Your Storage Options 26
Consider How You Will Get Online 28
Where to Shop for Your New PC 30
Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Computer 33
Out of the Box: Set Up Your New PC 34
Set Up Windows 38
Take a First Look at Windows 40
Use a Mouse, Trackball, or Touchscreen 42
Get Familiar with the Start Menu 44
Sign Out and In 48
Switch Accounts 49
Lock Windows while You're Away 51
Restart Windows 51
Place the Computer in Sleep Mode 52
Shut Down Your Computer 53
Create Additional User Accounts 54
Change an Account's Type 57
Manage Family Settings 58
Chapter 3: Buying and Setting Up a Printer 61
Do You Need a Printer? 62
Choose the Right Printer 62
Unpack and Install a New Printer 64
Set Up a Printer to Work with Windows 64
Set a Default Printer 67
Set Printer Preferences 69
Manage a Print Queue 72
Remove a Printer 73
Part 2: Getting Up to Speed with Windows 75
Chapter 4: Working with Apps in Windows 77
Learn the Names of Things 78
Start an App 81
Exit an App 85
Find Your Way Around in a Desktop App 86
Find Your Way Around in a Microsoft Store App 90
Work with a Window 91
Switch among Running Apps 95
Move and Copy Data between Apps 97
Install New Apps 101
Remove Apps 104
Chapter 5: Six Great Apps that Come with Windows 107
Do the Math with the Calculator App 108
Write Brilliant Documents with WordPad 110
Jot Quick Notes with Notepad 114
Set Alarms and Timers 116
Keep Up on the Weather 119
Save Time with Cortana 121
Explore Other Windows Apps 124
Chapter 6: Managing Your Personal Files 127
Understand How Windows Organizes Data 128
Explore the File Explorer Interface 132
Move between Different Locations 134
Locate Files and Folders 136
View File Listings in Different Ways 139
Select Multiple Items at Once 142
Move or Copy an Item 142
Delete or Undelete an Item 144
Rename an Item 145
Create a Shortcut to an Item 146
Create a Compressed File 148
Customize the Quick Access List 149
Back Up Files to an External Drive 150
Chapter 7: Making Windows Your Own 153
Customize the Windows 11 Start Menu 154
Customize the Windows 11 Taskbar 156
Customize the Windows 10 Start Menu 157
Customize the Windows 10 Taskbar 160
Customize the Screen Resolution and Scale 161
Apply a Desktop Theme 163
Change Desktop Background Image 164
Change the Accent Color 165
Manage Desktop Icons 167
Add Widgets to the Desktop 168
Make Windows More Accessible 170
Part 3: Going Online 175
Chapter 8: Getting Connected to the Internet 177
What Is the Internet? 178 Explo...