Download or read book Using Windows 8 1 Return of the Start Button written by Kevin Wilson and published by . This book was released on 2013-10-05 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn Windows the easy way, no jargon. Clear, concise and to the point... Using Windows 8.1 getting started, is the essential step by step guide to using a computer running Windows 8, providing a complete resource for both the beginner and the enthusiast. This book explores setting up your computer, navigating around the windows 8 interface a tour of windows 8's features, menus and utilities transferring your files from your old machine, keeping your machine safe from viruses, backing up your important data so it doesn't get lost, antivirus and internet safety watching videos, listening to music keeping appointments with calendar new features in windows 8.1 daily common tasks you can do with windows 8 organising your favourite music into playlists, onto your iPod or burning a CD to play in the car. storing, organising and manipulating your precious photos into albums or slideshows to show to friends or make precious memories. and more... Techniques are illustrated in full colour step-by-step using photography and screen prints throughout, together with concise, easy to follow text from an established expert in the field, provide a comprehensive guide to Windows. Whether you have just bought your first computer, laptop or are a keen computer user who has just upgraded to Windows 8, this book will provide you with a firm grasp of the underpinning foundations and equip you with the skills needed to use a computer like a pro.

Download or read book Windows 8 1 Handbook written by Kevin Wilson and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2013-10-08 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn Windows 8.1 the easy way. Clear concise and to the point... Teach yourself how to navigate and use the most radical redesign of Windows in Microsoft's history. With plenty of screen prints, photographs and illustrations, this guide explores Setting up your computer Navigating around the windows 8.1 using the start screen Windows 8.1's features, menus, charms and utilities Transferring your files from your old machine Using the desktop and running applications Backing up your important data with filehistory Antivirus and internet safety Downloading & watching videos Downloading & listening to music Staying in touch friends, family and colleagues using Mail & Calendar Getting started with SkyDrive Storing, organising and manipulating your photos, putting them into albums or slideshows to show to friends or post on social media Maintaining Windows 8.1, optimizing drives, scanning drives for errors and more... Techniques are illustrated step by step using photography and screen prints throughout, together with concise, easy to follow text from an established expert in the field. Whether you have just bought your first computer, laptop or are a keen computer user who has just upgraded to Windows 8.1, this book will provide you with a firm grasp of the underpinning foundations and equip you with the skills needed to use a computer like an expert.

Download or read book Windows 8 The Missing Manual written by David Pogue and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2013-02-27 with total page 930 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With Windows 8, Microsoft completely reimagined the graphical user interface for its operating system, and designed it to run on tablets as well as PCs. It’s a big change that calls for a trustworthy guide—Windows 8: The Missing Manual. New York Times columnist David Pogue provides technical insight, lots of wit, and hardnosed objectivity to help you hit the ground running with Microsoft’s new OS. This jargon-free book explains Windows 8 features so clearly—revealing which work well and which don’t—that it should have been in the box in the first place.

Download or read book Windows 8 1 written by David Pogue and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2013 with total page 950 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Windows 8.1 continues the evolution of the most radical redesign in Microsoft's history. It combines the familiar Windows desktop with a new, touchscreen-friendly world of tiles and full-screen apps. Luckily, David Pogue is back to help you make sense of it?with humor, authority, and 500 illustrations. The important stuff you need to know: What's new in 8.1. The update to 8.1 offers new apps, a universal Search, the return of the Start menu, and several zillion other nips and tucks. New features. Storage Spaces, Windows To Go, File Histories?if Microsoft wrote it, this book covers it. Security. Protect your PC from viruses, spyware, spam, sick hard drives, and out-of-control kids. The network. HomeGroups, connecting from the road, mail, Web, music streaming among PCs?this book has your network covered. The software. Media Center, Photo Gallery, Internet Explorer, speech recognition?this one authoritative, witty guide makes it all crystal clear. It's the book that should have been in the box.

Download or read book Windows 8 1 in easy steps written by Nick Vandome and published by In Easy Steps. This book was released on 2013-10-31 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Windows 8 was a revolutionary update of the popular operating system from Microsoft. With a brand new interface, new ways of getting around and accessing items and new possibilities for mobile devices, Windows 8 took the computing experience to the next level. However, there were still a few areas for improvement and these have been addressed with Window 8.1. Windows 8.1 in easy steps shows you how to get up to speed with this latest version of Windows and begins by detailing how to get to grips with the Windows 8.1 interface. It deals with the basics such as accessing items, personalizing your screen and using additional controls that are available from the sides of the screen. The books includes the new features that have been added since Windows 8: the return of the Start button; options for booting up to the Desktop; viewing up to four apps on screen at the same time; an enhanced SkyDrive feature for online storage and sharing; and a unified search facility that enables you to search over your computer and the Web. A lot of the functionality of Windows 8.1 is aimed at touchscreen devices, whether they are desktop computers, laptops or tablets. This is dealt with in terms of navigating around, as well as showing how everything can still be done with a traditional mouse and keyboard. Apps are at the heart of Windows 8.1 and the newly designed Windows Store has an app for almost everything you could want to do. The book shows how to access and download apps and then how to work with them, and organize them, when you have them. As well as the new features that are covered, all of the old favourites are looked at in detail, such as working with folders and files, accessing the Internet, using email, working with photos and video, networking with Windows and system security. Windows 8.1 will open your eyes to a new way of computing and Windows 8.1 in easy steps will help you see clearly so that you can quickly feel comfortable and confident with this exciting new operating system. Covers the 8.1 update released October 2013 and the Windows 8.1 Update 1 released April 2014.

Download or read book Using Windows 8 1 written by Kevin Wilson and published by Apress. This book was released on 2014-02-28 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using Windows 8.1 is the essential step by step guide to using a computer running Windows 8, providing a complete resource for both the beginner and the enthusiast. Techniques are illustrated in step-by-step using photography and screen prints throughout, together with concise, easy to follow text from an established expert in the field, provide a comprehensive guide to Windows. Whether you have just bought your first computer, laptop or are a keen computer user who has just upgraded to Windows 8, this book will provide you with a firm grasp of the underpinning foundations and equip you with the skills needed to use a computer like a pro.

Download or read book Easy Computer Basics Windows 8 1 Edition written by Michael R. Miller and published by Que Publishing. This book was released on 2013-09-30 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Easy Computer Basics See it done. do it yourself. It’s that Easy! Easy Computer Basics, Windows 8.1 Edition teaches you the fundamentals to help you get the most from your computer hardware and software. Fully illustrated steps with simple instructions guide you through each task, building the skills you need to perform the most common computer tasks. No need to feel intimidated; we’ll hold your hand every step of the way. Learn how to... -- Set up and configure your new computer system -- Upgrade your computer with new hardware and software -- Use Microsoft Windows 8.1–and personalize it just for you -- Connect to the Internet for web surfing, email, Facebook, and listening to digital music -- View and edit digital photos -- Watch your favorite movies and TV shows online with Netflix and Hulu Plus -- Protect your family and your computer from viruses, spam, and spyware -- Set up a wireless home network, and share your Internet connection with multiple computers

Download or read book Windows 8 1 For Dummies written by Andy Rathbone and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-09-25 with total page 435 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The bestselling book on Windows, now updated for the new 8.1 features Microsoft has fine-tuned Windows 8 with some important new features, and veteran author Andy Rathbone explains every one in this all-new edition of a long-time bestseller. Whether you're using Windows for the first time, upgrading from an older version, or just moving from Windows 8 to 8.1, here's what you need to know. Learn about the dual interfaces, the new Start button, how to customize the interface and boot operations, and how to work with programs and files, use the web and social media, manage music and photos, and much more. You'll even find troubleshooting tips! This edition covers the upgrades in Windows 8.1, including the dual interfaces, basic mechanics, file storage, and how to get the free upgrade to Windows 8.1 Shows how to manipulate app tiles, give Windows the look you choose, set up boot-to-desktop capabilities, connect to a network, and create user accounts Covers working with programs, apps, and files; using the Internet and social media; new apps and capabilities for working with onboard and online media; and how to move files to a new PC Written by Andy Rathbone, author of every edition of the bestselling Windows For Dummies Windows 8.1 For Dummies is exactly what you need to get going and be productive with the newest Windows update.

Download or read book Windows 10 written by David Pogue and published by O'Reilly Media. This book was released on 2018-07-15 with total page 704 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Microsoft's last Windows version, the April 2018 Update, is a glorious Santa sack full of new features and refinements. What's still not included, though, is a single page of printed instructions. Fortunately, David Pogue is back to help you make sense of it all--with humor, authority, and 500 illustrations."--Page 4 of cover.

Download or read book Windows 8 1 All in One For Dummies written by Woody Leonhard and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-11-06 with total page 1242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ten minibooks in one get you thoroughly caught up on Windows 8.1! With new improvements and changes, Windows 8.1 offers a refreshed user interface, better integration between the new and traditional Windows interfaces, and more. This updated top-selling guide is what you need to get up to speed on everything Windows 8.1. Nine minibooks in one cover such essential topics as navigating the new Start Screen, understanding Windows 8.1 apps, securing Windows 8.1, and much more. Take the guesswork out of Windows 8.1 from day one with this complete, all-in-one resource. Helps you get up to speed on the Windows 8.1 operating system, including its Start Screen, which is a feature sure to please traditional Windows users Provides top-notch guidance from trusted and well-known Windows expert and author Woody Leonhard Covers Windows 8.1 inside and out, including how to customize the Start screen, manage apps, and control privacy Delves into core Windows 8.1 apps such as e-mail, people, and SkyDrive Shows you how to connect online, add hardware, back up and update, and secure Windows 8.1 Discover new improvements, old favorites, and everything in between with Windows 8.1 All-in-One For Dummies.

Download or read book Windows 8 1 For Dummies Portable Edition written by Andy Rathbone and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-09-11 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A lot is new in Windows 8! This quick guide gets you up and running right away New and experienced Windows users alike will need help navigating the features that set Windows 8 apart from previous versions. Let this quick-and-easy guide show you around the Start screen, introduce you to the Charms bar, and help you set up your Microsoft account. Then you can install apps, add social accounts, browse the web, and more. It's different — learn to use the Start screen, launch programs, customize Windows 8, and find the old desktop Work with the apps — install and update apps, locate missing ones, and identify which apps are presently running Get social — add your social networking and e-mail accounts for quick access Stay safe — create user accounts and keep your personal files private Make it your own — customize Windows 8 with your own photos Open the book and find: Why Windows 8 looks and acts differently than previous versions Where to find the classic desktop interface Why you should password-protect your user account How to add or remove Start screen items Tips on locating an app that's AWOL Advice on updating apps Ten tips for troubleshooting common problems Learn to: Navigate and customize the Start screen Create user accounts and set passwords Use Windows 8 applications for e-mail and photos

Download or read book Windows 8 1 For Seniors For Dummies written by Peter Weverka and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-10-31 with total page 475 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seniors, here's what you need to get up and running on Windows 8.1 Microsoft, now a little older and wiser, is back with Windows 8.1, the revamped version that brings fresh changes and welcome improvements to the Windows 8 operating system. And now you savvy seniors can get the very most out of this easier-to-use Windows 8.1 with our friendly new guide. Using large print that makes the book easier to read plus magnified screen shots to help make Windows less intimidating, this book walks you through common tasks and show you how to get things done in fine style. Helps you get to know Windows 8.1, including the basics of PC hardware, the return of the Start screen, the desktop interface, Windows 8.1 applications, customizing, and more Explores how you can best use the Web, including directions on connecting to the Internet, using the e-mail app, connecting with social networks, and messaging Puts the fun in the fundamentals of how to find and install new apps, work with digital photos, and play music and videos Offers practical steps on troubleshooting and maintenance, connecting other devices, storing and organizing files, and backing up your computer Uses straightforward explanations, minimal chit-chat, and easy-to-read large print - perfect for seniors Work faster and smarter – and enjoy yourself, too – with Windows 8.1 and Windows 8.1 For Seniors For Dummies.

Download or read book Introducing Windows 8 written by Jerry Honeycutt and published by Microsoft Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces Windows 8, including new features and capabilities, and offers scenario-based insights on planning, implementing, and maintaining the operating system.

Download or read book My Windows 8 1 Computer for Seniors written by Michael Miller and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2013 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "We've identified the Windows 8 skills you need to stay connected with people you care about; keep your computer reliable, productive, and safe; express your creativity; find new passions; and live a better life! Our crystal-clear instructions respect your smarts but never assume you're an expert. Big, colorful photos on nearly every page make this book incredibly easy to read and use! Set up your computer with no fuss or aggravation. Get productive fast, even if you don't have computer experience. Use the new "touch" features of Windows 8 if you have a touchscreen device. Safeguard your privacy and protect yourself from online scams. Display up-to-the-minute news, weather, and stock prices. Browse and search the Web, wherever you go. Find reliable health information online. Make Skype video calls to friends and family. Use Facebook to find old friends and see what they're up to. Store your pictures and share them with loved ones. Read eBooks on your PC-even enlarge text for greater comfort. Watch TV or movies with Netflix, Hulu Plus, or YouTube. Enjoy your music, and discover great music you've never heard. Fix your own computer problems without help."--back cover.

Download or read book Computer Basics Absolute Beginner s Guide written by Michael Miller and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2014 with total page 463 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Guides beginning users through basic PC operations in Microsoft Windows, demonstrating such tasks as personalizing Windows 8.1, connecting to the Internet, using social networks, working with apps, playing music, and performing routine maintenance.

Download or read book Laptops for Seniors in easy steps Windows 8 1 Edition written by Nick Vandome and published by In Easy Steps. This book was released on 2014-08-15 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Laptops have often been seen as the domain mainly of students and businessmen. However, they are also an excellent option for senior users: their mobility means that they can be used in any location and with the advent of wireless technology they can be used in a variety of public places to surf the Web or keep in touch with family and friends. Laptops for Seniors in easy steps shows how these portable computers are ideal for seniors. Updated to cover the update to Windows 8 (Windows 8.1) the book begins by looking at some of the ergonomic issues surrounding laptops and shows how to be as comfortable as possible when using them and transporting them. It then gives an overview of the workings of laptops, including the software that is provided with them and some of the exciting new features in Windows 8.1. Issues such as using your laptop on vacation and sharing it with other family members are then looked at, to show how laptops are versatile and family-friendly. Extensive coverage is also devoted to networking and using a laptop wirelessly, with particular attention given to accessing the Internet from wireless locations (Hot Spots) such as airports, coffee shops and libraries. Laptops for Seniors in easy steps demonstrates that seniors can have the freedom to take their computing and wireless technology with them at all times and be fully paid up members of the mobile computing revolution.

Download or read book Windows 10 For Dummies written by Andy Rathbone and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-08-15 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to the new release of the operating system covers its updated features, applications, hardware requirements, customization, and troubleshooting.