PCs for grown-ups : getting the most out of your Windows 8 computer / Paul McFedries.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

McFedries, Paul.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Microsoft Windows (Computer file).

Windows (Computer programs).

Operating systems (Computers).

Microcomputers.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (1 v.) : ill.

Edition:

1st edition

Other Title:

PCs for Grown-Ups

Getting the most out of your Windows 8 computer

Personal computers for grown-ups

Place of Publication:

Indianapolis, Ind. : Que, c2013.

System Details:

text file

Summary:

If you have plenty of life experience, but not as much computer experience, this is your perfect Windows 8 PC guidebook! Paul McFedries explains all the basics in a friendly, relaxed tone that makes you feel at home, without ever patronizing you. Larger print and clear zoomed-in images help you quickly find what you’re looking for, and get to the point immediately. Planning to buy a new computer? McFedries’ easy, up-to-date Buyer’s Guide will help you choose the right equipment at the right price. Already have your new computer? You’ll find dozens of simple tips, tricks, and shortcuts for every aspect of living with it. Step by step, McFedries shows you how to easily organize and manage all your digital photos, music, and movies. You’ll learn great new ways to work, learn, and play online… how to safely use Facebook and other social networks… and how to keep your computer secure and private. McFedries even teaches simple PC troubleshooting skills that could someday save you hundreds of dollars in repair costs! Why should kids have all the fun? Paul McFedries, president of Logophilia Limited, is a technical writer, passionate computer tinkerer, and Windows expert. He has authored or co-authored more than 70 computer books, selling more than 4 million copies worldwide. His most recent books include Using iPhone , Using the Microsoft Office Web Apps , My Office 2013 RT, and Windows 8 In Depth . He also runs wordspy.com, a website that tracks new words and phrases entering the English language.

Contents:

Getting to know the PC

Buying a PC

Setting up your PC

Taking your PC for a spin

Leaning Windows basics

More Windows techniques you should know

Dealing with digital photos

Working with digital music

Working with digital video

Getting online

Surfing the Web

Exchanging email

Maximizing Internet security and privacy

Securing your PC

Maintaining your PC

Troubleshooting your PC

Repairing your PC

Upgrading your PC

Buying PC components

Replacing the hard drive

Replacing the CD or DVD drive

Adding more memory.

Notes:

Includes index.

Description based on print version record.

OCLC:

852664305