Download or read book The Senior Sleuth s Guide to Technology for Seniors written by David Peterka and published by Conifer Books. This book was released on 2009-12 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Senior Sleuth's Guide to Technology for Seniors provides an overview of products that help make senior citizens' lives more graceful, independent, invigorating and fun. In this book, the Senior Sleuth will investigate computers, the Internet, and modern technologies related to health and medication management, independent living, communication, travel and transportation, and home entertainment. This lighthearted reference book provides both seniors and their caregivers with a comprehensive look at the types of technologies being produced for their specific needs.
Download or read book Mr Modem s Internet Guide for Seniors written by Richard A. Sherman and published by Sybex. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mr. Modem's nonthreatening tone and easy, step-by-step examples make getting around on the Internet simple and fun. Specifically written for seniors, new coverage includes, updated Web sites and technical information, free Internet access services, and keystroke browser command reference.
Download or read book The Senior s Guide to the Internet written by Rebecca Sharp Colmer and published by EKLEKTIKA, Inc.. This book was released on 2005 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book gives you the information you need to successfully surf the Web, use multimedia, and send and receive e-mail.
Download or read book Ageless Internet written by Terry Lynne Hale and published by Care2sharenow. This book was released on 2011 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ageless Internet is a simplified guide to the World Wide Web. Geared for Baby Boomers and Seniors, this eBook will benefit anyone who has stood on the cyber sidelines too long. Written in a language everyone can understand, it tells you how to cut through the red tape to get to the meat of the Internet. It's a "must read" for anyone wanting to make the most of their online experience.
Download or read book It s Never Too Late to Love a Computer written by Abby Stokes and published by Workman Publishing Company. This book was released on 2005-05-26 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fearless guide for seniors, It's Never Too Late to Love a Computer is a reassuring, friendly, straightforward guide that will turn computerphobes into computerphiles. Written specifically for people who did not grow up with personal computers or even use them in the office, it presents everything that older newbies need to know: selecting, buying, and setting up hardware and software; using and adjusting the monitor; getting comfortable with the mouse and keyboard; adding and operating peripherals, such as a printer or scanner. Special sections specifically address the different needs of Mac and Windows users. And then the fun begins, as the book not only shows how to use a computer, but also covers all the reasons why to. Staying in touch with families via e-mail. Looking after stocks. Booking travel plans. Shopping on-line. Researching health issues. Joining newsgroups. Meeting like-minded friends in chat rooms. Not to mention using the computer for other tasks and entertainment, like word processing (finally getting back to that novel) or playing games.
Download or read book Google for Seniors written by Jolanda Ligthart and published by Visual Steps Publishing. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covers Google Search, Maps, Gmail, iGoogle, Chrome, Calendar, Groups, Talk, Blogger, Docs, Translate, YouTube, Sites, and Picasa.
Download or read book The Senior s Guide to Computer Tips and Tricks written by Rebecca Sharp Colmer and published by EKLEKTIKA, Inc.. This book was released on 2006 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book How the Internet Really Works written by Article 19 and published by No Starch Press. This book was released on 2020-12-08 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An accessible, comic book-like, illustrated introduction to how the internet works under the hood, designed to give people a basic understanding of the technical aspects of the Internet that they need in order to advocate for digital rights. The internet has profoundly changed interpersonal communication, but most of us don't really understand how it works. What enables information to travel across the internet? Can we really be anonymous and private online? Who controls the internet, and why is that important? And... what's with all the cats? How the Internet Really Works answers these questions and more. Using clear language and whimsical illustrations, the authors translate highly technical topics into accessible, engaging prose that demystifies the world's most intricately linked computer network. Alongside a feline guide named Catnip, you'll learn about: • The "How-What-Why" of nodes, packets, and internet protocols • Cryptographic techniques to ensure the secrecy and integrity of your data • Censorship, ways to monitor it, and means for circumventing it • Cybernetics, algorithms, and how computers make decisions • Centralization of internet power, its impact on democracy, and how it hurts human rights • Internet governance, and ways to get involved This book is also a call to action, laying out a roadmap for using your newfound knowledge to influence the evolution of digitally inclusive, rights-respecting internet laws and policies. Whether you're a citizen concerned about staying safe online, a civil servant seeking to address censorship, an advocate addressing worldwide freedom of expression issues, or simply someone with a cat-like curiosity about network infrastructure, you will be delighted -- and enlightened -- by Catnip's felicitously fun guide to understanding how the internet really works!
Download or read book Gmail For Seniors written by Scott La Counte and published by Ridiculously Simple Books. This book was released on 2019-08-30 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you are like millions of people, then your first email was probably AOL, Juno, or Hotmail. Email as a communication tool, however, has been around since the 60s.Gmail is the most widely used provider today, and if you are using it (or considering using it) there’s probably a good reason: it does more than perhaps any other email provider out there.You can make phone calls with Gmail! You can make video calls with Gmail! You can send money to friends with Gmail! There’s so much you can do! But how?!This book will show you how. It will also walk you through all the basics. So, if you’ve never used email in your life, then it will give you all the information you need to get started.If you are ready to get the most out of Gmail, then let’s get started!This book is not endorsed by Alphabet, Inc.
Download or read book The Internet Guide for Seniors written by Lisa Jo Rudy and published by . This book was released on 2001-06 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A friendly, no-nonsense guide intended specifically for the over-55 market, which brings a lively approach to getting seniors up and running on the Internet. Sidebars and interviews with seniors now using the Internet for a variety of purposes, help to bring the text to life. An extensive review of appropriate sites and resources provides a user-friendly look at where to go and what to do online. Hints and tips simplify computer selection and set up; e-mail use; web navigation and use of the Internet for a variety of needs.
Download or read book Computers For Seniors For Dummies written by Nancy C. Muir and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2017-09-01 with total page 412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The bestselling guide—now in a new edition A computer provides a great resource for learning new things and keeping in touch with family and friends, but it may seem intimidating at first. The bestselling Computers For Seniors For Dummies is here to help the 50+ set conquer and overcome any uncertainty with clear-cut, easy-to-understand guidance on how to confidently navigate your computer and the Windows 10 operating system. Featuring large text and images, it's never been easier for seniors to smoothly click their way around a new PC. Even if you don't know a mouse from a megabyte, this book walks you through all the steps to choosing, setting up, and successfully using your new computer. Begin with learning how to turn the computer on and use the keyboard, and from there you'll progress to effortlessly finding your way around the new Windows 10 operating system. Explore all you can do with a computer: Research topics of interest Keep in touch with loved ones Shop securely online Find recipes and diet tips If you've just purchased your first computer and need a plain-English introduction to getting started, Computers For Seniors For Dummies has you covered.
Download or read book Help Me Guide to Android for Seniors written by Charles Hughes and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2014-07-23 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Need help with your new Android phone or tablet? Are you new to smartphones in general, or coming from an iPhone or Blackberry? The Guide to Android for Seniors is a book written specifically for those who have difficulty using electronics, such as phones, personal computers, and tablet computers. There is a wealth of knowledge about all types of Android devices in this book, regardless of the manufacturer or model, and can be easily accessed and navigated for quick reference. Whether you are puzzled about managing your electronic address book, or how to take and send a picture to a friend, you will find the information in this guide. The Internet is riddled with advanced tips and tricks, but the goal of this book is to sort through the extra information to simplify your first experience with using an Android phone or tablet. Help is here! Here are some examples of the topics discussed in this guide: - Charging the Device - Finding the Android Buttons - Calling a Contact - Assigning a Speed Dial - Using the Speakerphone During a Voice Call - Adding a New Contact - Composing a New Text Message - Adding an Attachment to a Text Message - Taking a Picture - Capturing a Video - Navigating to a Web Page - Setting Up Email - Setting Up a Google Account - Buying an Application - Importing Your Contacts from Another Phone - Adjusting the Brightness - Saving on Data Costs with Your Phone PLUS, what to do when the phone - Does not turn on - Can't make a call - Touchscreen does not respond as expected ...and much more!
Download or read book Absolute Beginner s Guide to Computers and the Internet written by Michael Miller and published by Que Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses such electronic privacy concerns as what privacy is, how it relates to individuals, laws and regulations, identity theft, monitoring devices, and how to protect Internet transactions.
Download or read book The Senior s Guide to Easy Computing written by Rebecca S. Colmer and published by EKLEKTIKA, Inc.. This book was released on 2004 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book gives you the information you need to successfully use your PC, including how to surf the Web and send e-mail.
Download or read book iPad Pro 11 The Beginners Seniors Guide to Unlock the Useful Time Saving Fun Features in iPadOS 13 2 The Simplified Manual for Kids and Adults 4th Edition written by Dale Brave and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2019-12-14 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An iPad can be so many things: an entertainment hub, a way to stay in touch with the world, a productivity tool, and many other things. In this friendly, easy-to-follow guide, you'll find out how to fire up any model of iPad, connect to the internet, and use applications to play games, watch movies, listen to music, chat via video, update your social accounts, read the news, or just about anything else you'd want to do. This book is a perfect guide for all of model of iPad Tablets such as iPad 2, iPad 6th generation, iPad 7th generation), iPad 4th generation, iPad Air, iPad Air 2, iPad Pro 12.9-inch, iPad Pro 9.7-inch, iPad Pro 10.5-inch, iPad Pro 11-inch, iPad Air 3rd generation, iPad mini and many more model to be made with exclusive features. This book is regularly updated, and it includes the basic setup wizard information and several other tips and tricks to maximize your iPad devices. In this book, you will find Step-by-step instructions including how to fix common iPad Pro 11 issues.
Download or read book Online Resources for Senior Citizens 2d ed written by Charles C. Sharpe and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2003-02-28 with total page 157 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book facilitates and expands Internet access and usage by seniors, assists them in finding the information they want and need, and contributes to their knowledge of the aging process and the challenges it presents by providing a list of online resources of particular interest to them.
Download or read book Seniors Guidebook to Safety and Security written by and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This guide is for seniors, their family members, care-givers, friends, and anyone else who may find it useful. It is not meant to include everything but tries to answer some common concerns when it comes to seniors' safety and security. The goal is to raise awareness of seniors' safety issues to improve their quality of life. The information in this guide can also be used to help people and their loved ones discuss this topic to help recognize a potential crime situation and show how to reduce or remove the risk"--Page 2.
