Book description
Get the most out of Windows 8.1 for your every day computing tasks, with no jargon. Clear, concise and to the point. This brief book, Everyday Computing With Windows 8.1 provides the essentials of using a desktop or laptop running Windows 8 or 8.1, providing a fast read for the beginner and the enthusiast. Windows 8 can give new users fits with options that are well hidden; this book uncovers those so that the user can be relieved of frustration.
Techniques are illustrated step-by-step using photography and screen prints throughout, together with concise, easy to follow explanations from an established expert in the field.
Whether you have just bought your first computer or laptop or are a computer user who needs a better understanding of the basics, this book will provide you with a firm grasp of the underpinning foundations and equip you with the skills needed to take command of your computer.
Table of contents
- Cover
- Title
- Copyright
- Contents at a Glance
- Contents
- About the Author
- Chapter 1: About Windows
- Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Device
- Chapter 3: Transferring your Old Files
- Chapter 4: Windows 8
- Chapter 5: Finding Apps using the Start Window
- Chapter 6: File Management in Windows
- Chapter 7: Using the Internet: Browsers
- Chapter 8: Using Internet Explorer
- Chapter 9: Using Email
- Chapter 10: Sending an Email
- Chapter 11: Scanning Documents
- Chapter 12: Printing Documents
- Chapter 13: Creating a Microsoft Account
- Chapter 14: Using Microsoft App Store
- Chapter 15: OneDrive
- Chapter 16: Organizing your Music
- Chapter 17: Videos & DVDs
- Chapter 18: Uploading from Digital Cameras
- Chapter 19: Connecting to Other Screens or Projectors
- Chapter 20: Keyboard Shor?tcuts
- Chapter 21: Frequently Used Applications
- Chapter 22: Word 2013
- Chapter 23: PowerPoint 2013
- Chapter 24: Computer Security
- Chapter 25: Computer Maintenance
- Index
Product information
- Title: Everyday Computing with Windows 8.1
- Author(s):
- Release date: January 2015
- Publisher(s): Apress
- ISBN: 9781484208052
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