Computers simplified
Here's the easiest guide ever to computers - a book that skips the long-winded explanations and shows you how things work. Full-color screen shots walk you through each step, and self-contained, two-page lessons make learning a snap. You'll learn to use different types of computers and sof...
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| Formato: | Libro electrónico |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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Hoboken, NJ : Chichester :
Wiley ; John Wiley [distributor]
2007.
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| Edición: | 7th ed |
| Colección: | Visual read less, learn more.
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| Ver en Biblioteca Universitat Ramon Llull: | https://discovery.url.edu/permalink/34CSUC_URL/1im36ta/alma991009627621506719 |
Tabla de Contenidos:
- COMPUTERS Simplified 7th Edition; Table of Contents; Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Computer Basics; Discover the Computer; Benefits of Using a Computer; What You Can Do with a Computer; Types of Computers; Tour the Personal Computer; Learn About Computer Hardware; Explore Computer Software; Chapter 2 Discovering How Your Computer Works; Get to Know Data Input Devices; Get Acquainted with Data Output Devices; Learn About the Operating System; Tour the Central Processing Unit; Understanding Memory; Learn About Data Storage; Chapter 3 Purchasing a Computer; Choose a Computer Type; Select a CPU
- Determine How Much RAM You NeedSelect Data Storage Options; Choose a Monitor and Video Card; Choose a Printer; Add Other Peripherals; Purchase Additional Software; Tips on Purchase Considerations; Chapter 4 Getting Started with Your Computer; Set Up Your Work Area; Connect the Computer Components; Turn On the Computer for the First Time; Use a Keyboard; Use a Mouse; Use a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive; Use a Memory Card Reader; Restart the Computer; Turn Off the Computer; Chapter 5 Learning Windows Vista Basics; Explore the Windows Vista Screen; Start a Program; Switch Between Programs
- Tour a Program WindowAccess a Command from a Drop-Down Menu; Select a Command Using a Toolbar; Use Dialog Box Controls; Save a Document; Open a Document; Print a Document; Edit Document Text; Copy a File; Move a File; Rename a File; Delete a File; Chapter 6 Using Software; Create Documents with a Word Processor; Crunch Numbers with a Spreadsheet; Build Presentations with a Presentation Program; Manipulate Pictures with an Image Editor; Create Publications with a Desktop-Publishing Program; Chapter 7 Using Multimedia; How a Digital Camera Works; How a Digital Video Camera Works
- How a Webcam WorksHow a Digital Audio Player Works; Discover Digital Images; Learn About Digital Video; Understanding Digital Audio; Copy Music CD Tracks to Your Computer; Discover Gaming Consoles; Chapter 8 Working with Portable Computers; Understand the Advantages of a Portable Computer; Learn About the Portable Computer Battery; Maximize Battery Power; Discover the Portable Computer Screen; Upgrade with PC Cards; Learn About Portable Computer Accessories; Chapter 9 Connecting to the Internet; Introduction to the Internet; Explore Internet Connections
- Start the Connect to the Internet WizardSet Up a Dial-Up Internet Connection; Set Up a Broadband Internet Connection; Set Up a Wireless Internet Connection; Connect to the Internet; Disconnect from the Internet; Chapter 10 Surfing the World Wide Web; Introduction to the World Wide Web; Learn About Web Browsers; Search the Web; Read News on the Web; Research Using the Web; Buy and Sell on the Web; Socialize on the Web; Chapter 11 Communicating Online; Introduction to E-Mail; Discover E-Mail Addresses; Compose an E-Mail Message; Receive an E-Mail Message; Learn About E-Mail Etiquette
- Chapter 12 Wireless Computing
