- Paperback: 456 pages
- Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; 1 edition (12 Mar 2010)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0470578300
- ISBN-13: 978-0470578308
- Product Dimensions: 23.5 x 18.7 x 2.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
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- #15 in Books > Computers & Internet > Digital Lifestyle > Silver Surfers
- #62 in Books > Computers & Internet > Hardware
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Easy–to–understand advice for seniors who want to get up and running with their laptops
Laptop popularity is on the rise among computer buyers, including seniors. For anyone in the over–60 age group who is eager to get started with a laptop, this is the book for you! Laptops are ideal for seniors who travel and want to stay in contact with family and friends. You′ll learn how to select the laptop that is right for you; get familiar with the hardware, operating system, and software; understand files and folders; and connect to other wireless technology.
Featuring a larger font for text and larger sizes for images, this easy–to–understand book begins with the basics and progresses to step–by–step coverage of how to establish positive habits and avoid common pitfalls. With this guide, you′ll feel confident about staying safe online when banking, shopping, or chatting.
- Seniors are becoming more adventurous when purchasing a computer, and laptops are increasing in popularity among the 60+ age group demographic
- Covers the basics: selecting the right laptop for your needs, using the keyboard and mouse, finding your way around Windows 7, using the Internet, and more
- Assures you about staying safe online and keeping your information private when shopping, e–mailing family and friends, banking, researching, and more
- Features a large font and large images for easy reading
This gentle introduction will get you started using your laptop today!
From the Back Cover
Now′s the time! Learn to pick a laptop, use Windows, and take advantage of the Internet
Tired of wondering what all the fuss is about? This book is written for people like you, who may not know much about computers but are ready to learn. In plain English, it tells you how to use a computer, the Windows operating system, and basic software; what to look for in a laptop; and how to get online to shop, e–mail, and chat — safely.
Compare — understand the differences between standard "notebook" laptops, netbooks, mids or minis, and tablet PCs
Choose wisely — consider weight, monitor size, price, how you′ll connect to the Internet, processor speed, and memory
All the details — charge the battery, set up user accounts, adjust settings, and manage power
Learn what you can do — manage your finances, watch movies, research topics of interest, organize your photos, and create family newsletters
Do Windows — log on and off, manage files and folders, and use accessibility features
Communicate — set up an e–mail account and join a social networking site
Be careful — learn about online risks, how to protect yourself, and how to recognize fraud and scams
Simplify your life — shop, bank, and pay bills online
Open the book and find:
How to keep your laptop running smoothly
What you can do with built–in applications
Advice on searching the Web
Tips for protecting your privacy
How to access the Internet when you travel
How to use accessibility features for vision or hearing challenges
Where to find help
How to connect printers and other devices
Learn to:
Choose the right laptop for you
Work with the built–in touchpad or attach a wireless mouse
Use Windows 7 to manage files and optimize performance
Safely send and receive e–mail and explore the Web
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book was ideal for my mother in law, having never used a laptop or computer we bought her this and think it was our best buy for christmas. It's very easy to use with it's clear step by step instructions.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
When you buy a car, you don't get an instruction leaflet telling you how to drive. Same goes for pcs and laptops. It is taken for granted that you are computer literate. When you are an octogenarian (over 80) and remember being taught to write with chalk on slate, a laptop can be a frightening and mysterious object. So this book came as manna from heaven, and it did the job required of it. Illustrating and telling how to get a result from a laptop is explained in simple language for those who grew up in a different world but want to be part of this one.
Wicked! Worth every penny (1p not 1d!!
Wicked! Worth every penny (1p not 1d!!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this for my Mum and Dad to help them with the things that they don't know about the laptop because sometimes thay have to ring up one or other of their sons inlaws for help the book is very useful and I would recommed it to anyone
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
GREAT TEACHING BOOK
THIS IS GOOD FOR ANYONE WHO IS SLIGHTLY OLDER AND HASN'T USED A COMPUTER BEFORE, i BOUGHT IT FOR MY SISTER AND SHE IS LEARNING QUITE A BIT FROM IT.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Published 7 days ago by Mrs. Lynne Y. Harper
too late posting for laptops guide
I bought this book for a neighbour and she is fairly happy with the Dummie Guide to Laptops (Seniors)and the book took a month to reach me- this is unacceptable. Read more
Published 3 months ago by FRANCIS R STURT
Informative
I was really impressed with the speed with which this was delivered. The book was for a friend of mine who was retiring and she thinks this book is absolutely brilliant
Published 8 months ago by Peachylou
Laptops for elderly dummies.
Rather lengthy for s single rerad. Cut into mini books to allow selection of whatever sections you are inrested would be better.
Published 8 months ago by Mr. Roy Herbert Seager
Excellent value!
This book is easy to read, giving very good value for money. As always with Amazon, it arrived quickly and well packaged.
Published 8 months ago by Ms M A Rucklidge
Laptops for Seniors for Dummies
Thank you for sending my order off so Promptly. It was very well packed,It was a good price and I am finding it very useful. many thanks and I hope to do business with you again.
Published 11 months ago by Mrs. E. M. Dykes
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