Absolute Beginners Guide to Computing

This book teaches anyone how to use their new Windows computer. You will learn and understand how you can perform a wide range of tasks, including managing files, browsing the internet, and protecting yourself, as well as interacting with Cortana.

Using Absolute Beginners Guide to Computing you will learn how to use Windows, and how you can connect and communicate with others. You will learn the basics of browsing the web, how to send email, and sign up for services. You will learn about some of the social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter. You will also learn how to connect and use external hardware, and process digital music, photos, and video.

Written by an author who has written multiple computing titles, this book is friendly and approachable, and can teach anyone how to use a computer. With simple steps, easy troubleshooting, and online resources, it’s the best place to learn how to make computing a part of your life.

What You’ll Learn

How to get pictures onto your computer to share.

• How to listen to digital music.
• What clubs, groups, and other resources there are to help.

Table of Contents

Part I: Basic Training
Chapter 1: Understanding Computers
Chapter 2: Giving Commands with the Mouse, Trackpad, and Keyboard
Chapter 3: Running Programs
Chapter 4: Typing and Editing Text
Chapter 5: Understanding Files and Folders
Chapter 6: Manipulating Files
Chapter 7: Sharing Files

Part II: Customizing Windows 10
Chapter 8: Using the Start Menu and Taskbar
Chapter 9: Installing Software
Chapter 10: Customizing the Screen
Chapter 11: Customizing the File Explorer Window
Chapter 12: Organizing Windows

Part III:Having Fun
Chapter 13: Playing with Photos
Chapter 14: Watching Video and Playing Audio
Chapter 15: Drawing and Editing Pictures

Part IV: Getting on the Internet
Chapter 16: Browsing the Internet
Chapter 17: Talking to Cortana
Chapter 18: Using E-mail
Chapter 19: Getting News
Chapter 20: Chatting with Skype
Chapter 21: Keeping Track of People

Part V: Getting Work Done
Chapter 22: Using OneNote
Chapter 23: Keeping Track of Dates and Times
Chapter 24: Capturing Screenshots and Audio
Chapter 25: Using the Calculator

Part VI: Useful Computer Information
Chapter 26: Backing Up Your Data
Chapter 27: Protecting Against Malware
Chapter 28: Maintaining Your Computer