SynopsisThe go-to guide for learning the ins and outs of laptop computers! Over 50 and still want to learn how to get the most out of your laptop? Laptops For Seniors For Dummies is your ideal guide., The go-to guide for learning the ins and outs of laptop computers! Over 50 and still want to learn how to get the most out of your laptop? Laptops For Seniors For Dummies is your ideal guide. No experience? No problem! This book walks you step by step through the setup, navigation, software, email, using the Internet safely, and more. This new edition uses larger type and larger figures for easier reading, and each chapter opens with an outline of tasks covered so you can find the answers you need quickly. Tips, warnings, and notes are highlighted to help you develop positive habits and avoid common pitfalls, and the uncluttered layout makes navigation a breeze. You'll learn how to choose a new laptop, how to set it up, how to get around the Windows 10 operating system, and how to get things done. Coverage includes information on battery life, wireless printing, connectivity, online data storage, Internet safety, the new Windows OS, synching to your mobile phone, and more! Laptops allow you to do just about everything you can do on a traditional desktop computer, just without the bulky hardware and the tangled mess of cords. This book will show you everything you need to know about working ? and playing ?with your new device. Discover which laptop is best for you Get set up and start using the keyboard and mouse Find your way around Windows 10 and the Office applications Safely use the internet for shopping,social networking, emailing, research, and more Stop being chained to your clunky old desktop computer! Laptops For Seniors For Dummies is the clear, friendly guide to using your new laptop on the go, like a pro., Learn to: Choose the laptop thats right for you and discover how to use it Get up to speed on Windows 10 Browse the web, use email, and connect to social media Share photos and videos Laptops are fun and convenient, and this book makes them easy to use! Thinking about a new laptop or tablet? This book is always available to show you how to use it! Easy to follow instructions show how to use all the new features found in Windows 10. You also learn how to master files and folders, shop safely online, explore social media, use email, store data, and a whole lot more! Find what you need -- discover the characteristics of laptops and choose the one thats right for you Stuff everyone thinks you know -- turn your laptop on and off, get acquainted with the Start screen, learn to use the touchpad and keyboard, and set up a user account Looking through Windows -- learn to navigate the Windows 10 operating system, find files, open applications, and organize the Start menu Get online -- understand the different types of Internet connections, and set up your access Welcome to the Internet -- make the most of Cortana to safely search the web, open an app, schedule a reminder or an appointment, or to send an instant message Find the fun -- stream movies, take and share photos and videos, make Skype calls, use discussion boards, and create a Facebook account Open the book and find: How to create multiple desktops using Action Center and Task View Tips for maintaining battery life Tools for the visually challenged Tips for buying and working with apps How to use Microsoft Edge Secrets to creating safe passwords Advice on spotting email scams Essential maintenance and troubleshooting tips, The go-to guide for learning the ins and outs of laptop computers Over 50 and still want to learn how to get the most out of your laptop? Laptops For Seniors For Dummies is your ideal guide. No experience? No problem This book walks you step by step through the setup, navigation, software, email, using the Internet safely, and more. This new edition uses larger type and larger figures for easier reading, and each chapter opens with an outline of tasks covered so you can find the answers you need quickly. Tips, warnings, and notes are highlighted to help you develop positive habits and avoid common pitfalls, and the uncluttered layout makes navigation a breeze. You'll learn how to choose a new laptop, how to set it up, how to get around the Windows 10 operating system, and how to get things done. Coverage includes information on battery life, wireless printing, connectivity, online data storage, Internet safety, the new Windows OS, synching to your mobile phone, and more Laptops allow you to do just about everything you can do on a traditional desktop computer, just without the bulky hardware and the tangled mess of cords. This book will show you everything you need to know about working -- and playing --with your new device. Discover which laptop is best for you Get set up and start using the keyboard and mouse Find your way around Windows 10 and the Office applications Safely use the internet for shopping, social networking, emailing, research, and more Stop being chained to your clunky old desktop computer Laptops For Seniors For Dummies is the clear, friendly guide to using your new laptop on the go, like a pro.
LC Classification NumberQA76.5