Computer basics : absolute beginner's guide /
Michael Miller
- Sixth edition
- Indianapolis, Indiana : Que Corporation, c2013
- xx, 459 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Part I: Getting Started 1. How Personal Computers Work 2. Getting to Know Desktop Computers 3. Getting to Know Notebook and Netbook Computers 4. Getting to Know Tablet Computers Part II. Keeping Your System Up and Running 5. Working with Printers 6. Setting Up a Home Network 7. Adding Storage and Backup 8. Connecting Your PC to Your TV9. Performing Routine Maintenance 10. Dealing with Common Problems 11. Protecting Against Computer Attacks, Malware, and SpamPart III: Using Windows12. Getting to Know Windows 8 13. Personalizing Windows 14. Working with Files, Folders, and DisksPart IV: Using the Internet 15. Connecting to the Internet -- at Home and On the Road 16. Surfing the Web -- Safely and Securely 17. Researching Online 18. Buying and Selling Online 19. Banking and Paying Bills Online 20. Watching TV and Movies Online Part V: Communicating Online21. Sending and Receiving Email 22. Sending and Receiving Instant Messages 23. Social Networking with Facebook 24. More Social Networking with Google+, LinkedIn, and Twitter 25. Exploring the Blogosphere Part VI: Working with Apps and Software 26. Finding New Apps in the Windows App Store27. Installing Traditional Computer Software28. Finding Applications in the Cloud29. Doing Office Work 30. Staying Organized 31. Playing CDs and DVDs 32. Playing and Storing Digital Music 33. Editing and Sharing Digital Photos 34. Making and Sharing Home Movies
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