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Starting from the very beginning and assuming no prior computing knowledge, Computing Made Easy for the Over 50s: Windows 7 Edition teaches you what you need to know to help you gain confidence using your PC.
Easy-to-follow step-by-step tutorials show you how to complete common computing tasks, including sending emails, finding information on the internet, using Microsoft Word and Excel to create documents, as well as editing and organising photos, staying safe online, and how to upgrade from Windows XP or Windows Vista.
Written in straightforward language and fully illustrated throughout, Computing Made Easy for the Over 50s: Windows 7 Edition will help you master the basics and get to grips with your computer and with Windows 7.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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I really like this book. I'm not over 50 but my parents are and having shown it to them, they can really see it being useful.
Having written computer manuals and taught groups of computer novices (from 16 up to 70, both male & female), this is the kind of book I like. It has lots of annotated and easily explained diagrams (I always make sure I do this) and it's written in a non-patronising way (try to empathise with your readers).
It's not just for Windows 7 - the majority of the Windows stuff will also apply to at least Vista and likely XP. It covers everything you would hope to expect from an introduction to computing incuding setting up webmail accounts, Paypay, eBay and Facebook! It even covers social etiquette on the web.
My complaint is that it touches Excel and Word and I'm not sure how useful that is to anyone. I write Excel manuals and this delves into Freeze Panes but glances over formulas. Now to me, that's a bit backwards. Excel is all about manipulating data. The ability to freeze panes (while useful) is not something I would bother teaching to novices.
However, when all is said and done, I think this is excellent and not just for over 50s. I think anyone of any age wanting to learn the basics of PCs, websites and the Internet could do much worse than buying this book.
Having written computer manuals and taught groups of computer novices (from 16 up to 70, both male & female), this is the kind of book I like. It has lots of annotated and easily explained diagrams (I always make sure I do this) and it's written in a non-patronising way (try to empathise with your readers).
It's not just for Windows 7 - the majority of the Windows stuff will also apply to at least Vista and likely XP. It covers everything you would hope to expect from an introduction to computing incuding setting up webmail accounts, Paypay, eBay and Facebook! It even covers social etiquette on the web.
My complaint is that it touches Excel and Word and I'm not sure how useful that is to anyone. I write Excel manuals and this delves into Freeze Panes but glances over formulas. Now to me, that's a bit backwards. Excel is all about manipulating data. The ability to freeze panes (while useful) is not something I would bother teaching to novices.
However, when all is said and done, I think this is excellent and not just for over 50s. I think anyone of any age wanting to learn the basics of PCs, websites and the Internet could do much worse than buying this book.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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This is a jargon free easy guide for PC users. It does what is says on the tin and is jargon free with easy to follow steps and is well illustrated.
I dont think this just for begineeers though. If like me you are self taught on a PC you will find lots of things you never knew that will definitely make your life easier. For example when typing letters, doing accounts and internet use tips.
My Mum just stated using a PC at the age of 72 and she said it made things very easy indeed, although we both agreed that you might still need to know the very basics first(such as how to open files, write letters, and open the internet for browing)
Its good value for money too. I realise that todays youngsters are taught quite a bit of IT technology at school, so already know a lot of this - so I'd recommend this all self taught users - not just beginers
I dont think this just for begineeers though. If like me you are self taught on a PC you will find lots of things you never knew that will definitely make your life easier. For example when typing letters, doing accounts and internet use tips.
My Mum just stated using a PC at the age of 72 and she said it made things very easy indeed, although we both agreed that you might still need to know the very basics first(such as how to open files, write letters, and open the internet for browing)
Its good value for money too. I realise that todays youngsters are taught quite a bit of IT technology at school, so already know a lot of this - so I'd recommend this all self taught users - not just beginers
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Having already obtained the 'which' guide to laptops & portable computers I had a rough idea as to how this book would be presented, and I was not disappointed. Although titled 'Computing Made Easy For The Over 50's - Windows 7 Edition' I would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone looking to migrate to Microsoft's latest operating system.
The book is logically laid out with the early chapters concentrating on finding your way around the basics of Windows 7 and Microsoft's core accompanying programmes Word and Excel.
The largest chapter looks to getting you on-line and includes useful tips on using BBC's i-player, Facebook, e-bay and on-line banking. The following section gives an in-depth guide to setting up and using e-mail.
Working with photos, music and video are covered along with a welcome section on backing-up and security.
I found the author's tone very user-friendly and the book is amply endowed with colour screen shots and diagrams to support the text.
I have a friend who's thinking of upgrading to Windows 7 and who's a little nervous about getting to grips the a new operating system - I think a look through this book might just make his mind up for him!
The book is logically laid out with the early chapters concentrating on finding your way around the basics of Windows 7 and Microsoft's core accompanying programmes Word and Excel.
The largest chapter looks to getting you on-line and includes useful tips on using BBC's i-player, Facebook, e-bay and on-line banking. The following section gives an in-depth guide to setting up and using e-mail.
Working with photos, music and video are covered along with a welcome section on backing-up and security.
I found the author's tone very user-friendly and the book is amply endowed with colour screen shots and diagrams to support the text.
I have a friend who's thinking of upgrading to Windows 7 and who's a little nervous about getting to grips the a new operating system - I think a look through this book might just make his mind up for him!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Computers complete
I found the book very helpful in all references to computing from basics, but If it's Windows 7 you want there's a lot of info before you get there. Read more
Published 12 days ago by johnno
"A Little Gem". Not Just For The Over 50's
Anyone looking to purchase a book simplifying Windows 7 need look no further. My knowledge of computing is average, however this book has proven to be invaluable in my endeavour to... Read more
Published 22 days ago by Jools Goz
Quality Improves With Age!
At 43, I wasn't put off by title as I think quality improves with age - we expect more and better as we age and become less tolerant of products that don't deliver on promises -... Read more
Published 2 months ago by suzysunshine7
going in the right direction
The Which series of books aimed towards solving the myths of PC use are usually clear,concise and accurate. Read more
Published 3 months ago by thementalmen
Very good
Bought this for my dad as bought him a laptop a few months ago and he's struggling to use it to its full potential. Read more
Published 3 months ago by lol
My silver surfer Mother quite liked it!
My Mother who is well within the age bracket found this an easy-to-follow guide as it is well illustrated and has step-by-step. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Ms. Sophy Friend
Computing made easy for the over 50s
This is an excellent book which contains coloured pictures to aid comprehension.
It is clear and consice, and is suitable for both beginners and the more experienced... Read more
It is clear and consice, and is suitable for both beginners and the more experienced... Read more
Published 6 months ago by R. J. Horn
Good in the right hands!
A good manual for beginners and the not so 'newbies'. I have used Windows for years now and still found parts of this book useful, if only to find quicker ways of doing things. Read more
Published 6 months ago by A Friendly Face
Does what it says on the cover!
This book has the clarity you would expect from anything published by "Which?". I am over 50, but quite computer literate already, so I have tried to imagine myself back, and the... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Elizabeth S. Wells
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Computing Made Easy for the Over 50s: Windows 7 edition (Which?)I was interested to see what this book had to offer although I have used a computer for years. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mrs. P. Clements
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