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Great advice on choosing a computer, getting online, and having fun!
Computers are an essential part of daily life these days, but they can be a bit intimidating at first. Computers For Seniors For Dummies, 2nd Edition gets you going with lots of illustrations and easy–to–follow–instructions, never assuming you already know more than you do.
You′ll learn to use the keyboard and mouse, navigate the Windows 7 operating system, access the Internet and use e–mail, create documents, shop safely online, and more.
- Shows you how to choose the right computer, get it set up, and get going
- Explains how to connect to the Internet and keep up with family and friends via e–mail
- Helps you create documents, work with files and folders, simplify your finances, and build a budget using a spreadsheet
- Discusses how to use social networking sites and how to shop and bank online without compromising your privacy
- Offers tips and advice to help you avoid common pitfalls
With Computers For Seniors For Dummies, 2nd Edition by your side, you′ll be able to use the computer with confidence and take advantage of all it has to offer.
From the Back Cover
Making Everything Easier!
Computers For Seniors For Dummies, 2nd Edition
Learn to:
- Choose the right computer, get set up, and get online
- Exchange e–mails and photos with family and friends
- Work with files and folders, and create and print documents
- Simplify your finances and be safer online
Nancy C. Muir
Coauthor of Using the Internet Safely For Seniors For Dummies
With this friendly, hassle–free guide, you can finally benefit from all the Internet has to offer
If you’d like to be able to exchange e–mails with your grandchildren, share photos with friends far away, and enjoy the convenience of shopping and paying bills online without checks and stamps, this book is just the ticket. It explains what you need, where to get it, how to use it, and how to stay safer, with plenty of examples and illustrations.
- Choose wisely – investigate different types of computers, price ranges, and how to set up the computer when you get it home
- Learn about Windows 7 – practice all the basics from turning on the computer to managing files and using the Help system
- Get things done – use Microsoft Works software to create documents, plan budgets with spreadsheets, and get organized
- Photos, music, and more – work with photos from your digital camera, listen to music, and play games
- The world online – connect to the Internet, set up an e–mail account, read and write blogs, and shop more safely
- Enlarge your circle – explore social networking sites like Facebook and Eons and meet people who share your interests
- Keep your computer happy – use routine maintenance, virus protection, and updates
Open the book and find:
- How to use the keyboard and mouse
- Tips for making the computer do what you want
- How to install a printer
- Advice for interacting with a computer if you have vision, hearing, or dexterity challenges
- How to create and edit documents
- Directions for organizing your photos
- Internet safety tips
- How to chat online
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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Didn't know a thing about computers. This book helped me alot. Did have to re-read some of the chapters before it registered though. Easy to understand once you have your computer/laptop infront of you and follow the steps. Learnt so many new words (computer jargon). As a basic starter book probably the best for your money. Have patience,this novice is even buying off e-bay and of course,Amazon. Computers for Seniors for Dummies
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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This book is very useful for those not versed in computer speak and with a very limited knowledge of computors
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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This particular book is for all who are launching out into the computer world, not just seniors. It should be renamed,perhaps something like 'Welcome to the world of computing for Dummies.
I've a lot of Dummies books XP. Vista etc. This latest was the easiest to follow.I'm 73yrs old.
Mike A
I've a lot of Dummies books XP. Vista etc. This latest was the easiest to follow.I'm 73yrs old.
Mike A
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printing 0f figures boxes is in very small print
The book is well written but the figure boxes are in very small print. In most boxes (figures) you can hardly read. Read more
Published 19 days ago by Mr. Qadi Jalisi
Computers for Seniors.
There are so many baffling words and abbreviations within the fields of computers. It can be very off putting, but this book is better than another make and author that I own. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Helen
Good layout and easy to follow
A very well written book, easy to follow and very helpful. Useful for those who know not very much, but also for those who know something about computers. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Patti
Update required
This book bases itself on Windows 7, whereas nowadays I think most have Vista. At least, we do!
Plus the diagrams could be in colour. Read more
Plus the diagrams could be in colour. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Paul from Orellanita
highly recommended
an elderly friend has decided to venture into the world of technology and i bought this book for her. looking through it it explains in leyman terms things we take for granted. Read more
Published 15 months ago by sweetheartno2
Not really for dummies
This book claims to be "for dummies" but actually presumes a working knowledge of a computer as a starting point and would benefit from more visuals to help the reader to identify... Read more
Published 16 months ago by CJC1951
plain english
this book is everthing I needed to explain in plain english the workings of my computer and has helped me to understand more of what I can do.
Published 17 months ago by iandra
dummiesfor oldies
was brought for my freinds dad who is 74 years young how well of him to learn at his age , never to old eh ?
Published 17 months ago by karin
book
Bought as a present for my husband at christmas. He must really like it been on the computer most of the time since christmas
Published 17 months ago by anne
Computers for seniors for dummies
Have only used it alittle bit so far and it has told me what I want to know so far.
Published on 12 Jan 2010 by Brian Carle
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