Computer Basics Absolute Beginner’s Guide, Windows 10 Edition, 9th Edition

Table of Contents

Introduction

How This Book Is Organized

Which Version of Windows?

Conventions Used in This Book

Menu Commands

Shortcut Key Combinations

Web Page Addresses

Special Elements

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IUnderstanding Computers

1How Personal Computers Work

What Your Computer Can Do

Good for Getting Online

Good for Social Networking

Good for Communicating

Good for Sharing Photos and Home Movies

Good for Keeping in Touch

Good for Entertainment

Good for Keeping Informed

Good for Work

Good for Play

Inside a Personal Computer

The Motherboard: Home to Almost Everything

Microprocessors: The Main Engine

Computer Memory: Temporary Storage

Hard Disk Drives: Long-Term Storage

Solid-State Drives: Faster Long-Term Storage

CD/DVD Drives: Storage on ...