Computing for the Older and Wiser: Get Up and Running On Your Home PC - Softcover

Arnold, Adrian

 
9780470770993: Computing for the Older and Wiser: Get Up and Running On Your Home PC
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0470770996 ISBN 13: 9780470770993
Verlag: Wiley, 2008

Inhaltsangabe

Computing for the Older & Wiser is a simple-to-follow user friendly guide aimed at the older generation introducing the basics of mastering a computer. Covering the latest release of Windows Vista Home Premium(TM) and Windows XP(TM), this book is designed for people who want straightforward instructions on how to use their home PC.
 
Written in plain English, using no unintelligible 'computer speak' Adrian guides you step-by-step through the basics of computing including chapters on:
* Use of the keyboard and mouse
* Email and the Internet
* Customising your desktop
* Word processing
* Digital photography
* Useful websites
 
and much more
 
Useful tips and tricks and a question and answer revision section in each chapter will build your confidence, get you up-to-date and technologically savvy in no time!
 
If you want to learn how to search and shop online, email or chat to family and friends, and you have the enthusiasm to learn a new skill then this book is for you.
* With explanatory screenshots in full colour
* Easy to read font
* Supplementary website - including additional exercises to help improve your PC skills, further online hints and tips, and a directory of useful resources. www.pcwisdom.co.uk
 
"Computing for the Older & Wiser will take readers comfortably through getting started on their home PC. The content is similar to what we would take our clients through if they were to attend a class, which is exactly the right level."
 
Faye Lester, Computer Training Coordinator, Age Concern Camden, UK
 
"I have not had so much fun for years"
 
Renée Moore, 79, pupil at Age Concern, Colchester, UK

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Adrian Arnold is a computer trainer with Age Concern in Colchester, UK. His team won a Microsoft award for their Catch the Mouse initiative, which has now been rolled out across Age Concern nationally.
His website (www.imagineus.co.uk) provides support materials and tutorials for his pupils and he also produces online newsletters with back-up materials, tutorials and tips and hints.

Von der hinteren Coverseite

Computing for the Older & Wiser is a simple-to-follow user friendly guide aimed at the older generation introducing the basics of mastering a computer. Covering the latest release of Windows Vista Home Premium and Windows XP, this book is designed for people who want straightforward instructions on how to use their home PC.

Written in plain English, using no unintelligible 'computer speak' Adrian guides you step-by-step through the basics of computing including chapters on:

  • Use of the keyboard and mouse
  • Email and the Internet
  • Customising your desktop
  • Word processing
  • Digital photography
  • Useful websites
  • and much more

Useful tips and tricks and a question and answer revision section in each chapter will build your confidence, get you up-to-date and technologically savvy in no time!

If you want to learn how to search and shop online, email or chat to family and friends, and you have the enthusiasm to learn a new skill then this book is for you.

  • With explanatory screenshots in full colour
  • Easy to read font
  • Supplementary website including additional exercises to help improve your PC skills, further online hints and tips, and a directory of useful resources. www.pcwisdom.co.uk

"Computing for the Older & Wiser will take readers comfortably through getting started on their home PC. The content is similar to what we would take our clients through if they were to attend a class, which is exactly the right level."
Faye Lester, Computer Training Coordinator, Age Concern Camden, UK

"I have not had so much fun for years"
Renée Moore, 79, pupil at Age Concern, Colchester, UK

Aus dem Klappentext

Computing for the Older & Wiser is a simple-to-follow user friendly guide aimed at the older generation introducing the basics of mastering a computer. Covering the latest release of Windows Vista Home Premium(TM) and Windows XP(TM), this book is designed for people who want straightforward instructions on how to use their home PC.
 
Written in plain English, using no unintelligible 'computer speak' Adrian guides you step-by-step through the basics of computing including chapters on:
* Use of the keyboard and mouse
* Email and the Internet
* Customising your desktop
* Word processing
* Digital photography
* Useful websites
 
and much more
 
Useful tips and tricks and a question and answer revision section in each chapter will build your confidence, get you up-to-date and technologically savvy in no time!
 
If you want to learn how to search and shop online, email or chat to family and friends, and you have the enthusiasm to learn a new skill then this book is for you.
* With explanatory screenshots in full colour
* Easy to read font
* Supplementary website - including additional exercises to help improve your PC skills, further online hints and tips, and a directory of useful resources. www.pcwisdom.co.uk
 
"Computing for the Older & Wiser will take readers comfortably through getting started on their home PC. The content is similar to what we would take our clients through if they were to attend a class, which is exactly the right level."
 
Faye Lester, Computer Training Coordinator, Age Concern Camden, UK
 
"I have not had so much fun for years"
 
Renée Moore, 79, pupil at Age Concern, Colchester, UK

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Verlag
Wiley
Erscheinungsdatum
2008
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
0470770996
ISBN 13 
9780470770993
Einband
Taschenbuch
Auflage
1
Anzahl der Seiten
380
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