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Brilliant Microsoft Windows Vista for the Over 50s

Brilliant Microsoft Windows Vista for the Over 50s


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Brilliant Windows Vista for the over 50s is a visual, quick reference book that shows you how master all of the features of the new MS Vista OS.  Specifically written for those who did not have significant contact with computers in their working lives, but who now have the time to explore the possibilities of the new technology. Fully updated throughout to cover MS Vista SP1 it provides an easy-to-use guide to anyone wanting to get the most out of their computer. Summary Whether you have used an earlier variant of Windows on a computer before in, or have bought your first PC or laptop which uses Windows Vista as its operating system,  gaining a good, solid grounding on how to use Windows Vista to your best advantage and discovering how to navigate around its various features to set up and use your computer exactly to your specification will make your life easier and more productive! Brilliant windows Visat for the Over 50s has been written specifically for the older user who has not grown up with the Windows OS and covers everything that you will need to know to get up and running on your Visat PC in no time ! Iit will give you a good grounding in the essentials, enabling you to tackle new activities with confidence. And it will do this through clear step-by-step guides, with expert tips and trouble-shooters to help you through the trickier parts. Fully updated and rewritten for the release of MS Vista SP1 it covers all of the new features available to the user to enhance your use and experience of your PC.

Table of Contents:
    Chapter 1         Instant Vista Start and activate Windows Vista Explore the Welcome Center Know your Vista edition Explore the desktop Discover Windows Vista Shut down Windows Chapter 2         Vista basics Explore the Start menu Configure the Start menu Explore the taskbar Explore the Sidebar Work with programs Chapter 3         Computing essentials Working in Windows frames Common options in Vista’s Windows Working with multiple open windows Moving and resizing windows Understand menus and dialogue boxes Understand the Control Panel Understand Computer Access Help and Support Chapter 4         Personalising Windows Vista Personalise the desktop Tweak the desktop Configure desktop and monitor settings Chapter 5         Configuring accessibility options Configure the Narrator Working with the Magnifier Make the keyboard easier to use Explore keyboard shortcuts Exploring additional ease of access options Chapter 6         Using Vista applications: Part 1 Notepad and Wordpad Windows Calendar Calculator Games Chapter 7         Using Vista applications: Part 2 Disk Cleanup Disk Defragmenter Chapter 8         Managing files Understanding Vista’s built-in folder structure Create your own folders and subfolders Copy, move and delete files Use Search and saving the results Restore folders (and files) from the Recycle Bin Chapter 9      Windows Mail Set-up an e-mail address Get to know the Windows Mail interface Receive and view an e-mail Print an e-mail Compose and send an e-mail Attachments Manage contacts Create a group Unwanted e-mail Keep Windows Mail clean and tidy Chapter 10       Internet Explorer The Internet Explorer interface Personalise Internet Explorer Work with Internet Explorer Chapter 11       Staying secure User accounts and passwords Protect your PC Protect your family and your data Chapter 12       Using Windows Media Player Set up Windows Media Player The Windows Media Player interface Play media Rip a CD Burn a CD Online music and portable music players Chapter 13       Windows Photo Gallery The Photo Gallery interface Import pictures <


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9780273720560
  • Publisher: Pearson Education Limited
  • Publisher Imprint: Prentice-Hall
  • Height: 233 mm
  • Spine Width: 23 mm
  • Width: 189 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0273720562
  • Publisher Date: 18 Dec 2008
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Weight: 990 gr


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