Computers for Seniors for Dummies

by Nancy C. Muir

Originally published: Hoboken, NJ: Wiley Publishing, c2010.

492 pages, Hardcover

Published January 19, 2011

Reviews

[Micah Maxwell · Rating 3 out of 5]

I used this book along with a few others to teach a commuter class for seniors and beginners at my church. I found myself using more of my own experience and u distancing, but this book has a decent outline. Hopefully an update will be printed adding some key principles that were left out.

[Julie Barrett · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[Ben Kellermann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Making Everything Easier!

Computers For Seniors For Dummies, 2nd Edition

Learn to:

Choose the right computer, get set up, and get online
Exchange e-mails and photos with family and friends
Work with files and folders, and create and print documents
Simplify your finances and be safer online

Nancy C. Muir

Coauthor of Using the Internet Safely For Seniors For Dummies

With this friendly, hassle-free guide, you can finally benefit from all the Internet has to offer

If you’d like to be able to exchange e-mails with your grandchildren, share photos with friends far away, and enjoy the convenience of shopping and paying bills online without checks and stamps, this book is just the ticket. It explains what you need, where to get it, how to use it, and how to stay safer, with plenty of examples and illustrations.

Choose wisely – investigate different types of computers, price ranges, and how to set up the computer when you get it home
Learn about Windows 7 – practice all the basics from turning on the computer to managing files and using the Help system
Get things done – use Microsoft Works software to create documents, plan budgets with spreadsheets, and get organized
Photos, music, and more – work with photos from your digital camera, listen to music, and play games
The world online – connect to the Internet, set up an e-mail account, read and write blogs, and shop more safely
Enlarge your circle – explore social networking sites like Facebook and Eons and meet people who share your interests
Keep your computer happy – use routine maintenance, virus protection, and updates

Open the book and find:

How to use the keyboard and mouse
Tips for making the computer do what you want
How to install a printer
Advice for interacting with a computer if you have vision, hearing, or dexterity challenges
How to create and edit documents
Directions for organizing your photos
Internet safety tips
How to chat online

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