Absolute beginner's guide to computer basics
By: Michael Miller.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Que
Published: 2004
Place of publication: Indianapolis, Ind
Language: eng
Number of pages: 383
Subjects: Computers; Microcomputers
Notes: Includes index.
Table of contents: title: Understanding your computer hardware; title: Setting up your new computer system; title: Understanding Microsoft Windows XP; title: Taking Windows for a spin; title: Personalizing Windows; title: Working with files and folders; title: Adding new hardware and devices to your system; title: Setting up a home network; title: Performing routine maintenance; title: Dealing with common problems; title: Installing new software; title: Using suites and bundles; title: Working with words; title: Working with numbers; title: Working with a database; title: Working with presentations; title: Managing your finances; title: Creating cool projects and greeting cards; title: Learning with educational software; title: Playing games; title: Connecting to the internet; title: Surfing the web; title: Finding stuff online; title: Buying and selling online; title: Sending and receiving email; title: Using instant messaging and chat; title: Using newsgroups, message boards, and blogs; title: Downloading files; title: Creating your own web page; title: Protecting your PC from viruses, spam, and other nuisances; title: Playing CDs and DVDs; title: Ripping and burning CDs; title: Downloading and playing digital music; title: Using your PC with a portable music player; title: Editing your own home movies; title: Buring and copying DVDs; title: Connecting a digital camera or scanner; title: Working with digital pictures.