Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something — and skip the long-winded explanations? If so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you'll find clear, step-by-step screen shots that show you how to tackle more than 150 laptop tasks. Each task-based spread includes easy, visual directions for performing necessary operations, including:Chapter 1, “Introducing the Laptop,” provides an overview of laptop computers and how they differ from a desktop, as well as examining the various slots, ports, and drives of a laptop.
Chapter 2, “Choosing Laptop Peripherals and Accessories,” is a guide to the various input, storage, security, power, and sound devices you might use with a laptop.
Chapter 3, “Buying Your Laptop,” explains what you should look for when buying your laptop computer.
Chapter 4, “Setting Up Your New Laptop,” explores how you set up your computer when you take it out of the box and the basics of working with a mouse and keyboard.
Chapter 5, “Working with a Macintosh,” provides an overview of the Macintosh operating system and how you work in the Macintosh environment.
Chapter 6, “Exploring Windows Vista,” teaches you how to move around the Windows Vista desktop, work with system volume, the Recycle Bin, and Sidebar. You also learn how to find files with Windows Explorer, modify your screen’s appearance, and get help.
Chapter 7, “File Management Basics,” shows you how to work with files and folders to organize the data you work with on your computer, and save files to a CD, DVD, or flash drive.
Chapter 8, “Software Basics,” covers everything from installing a program to uninstalling a program, how to open documents, use menus and toolbars, work with dialog boxes, and print documents.
Chapter 9, “Using Software,” provides information about working in common software programs such as a word processor, spreadsheet, database, or presentation program.
Chapter 10, “Connecting to a Network,” explains how to set up a wireless or wired connection that you can use to share files or online connections.
Chapter 11, “Exploring the Internet,” demonstrates how to connect to the Internet, and perform a variety of activities online, such as searching, working with favorite sites, shop, research, or download files.
Chapter 12, “Communicating Online,” introduces you to the ins and outs of e-mailing, instant messaging, and making phone calls via your computer and an Internet connection. In addition, this chapter covers blogs and social sites.
Chapter 13, “Managing Power,” shows you how to get the most out of your battery power when you take your laptop on the road.
Chapter 14, “Maintaining Your Laptop,” explains how to care for and protect your investment.
Chapter 15, “Computer Security,” introduces you to the various tools and utilities that Windows Vista and Internet Explorer provide to keep your information safe while online.
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