Teach Yourself VISUALLY Computers

Download or read book Teach Yourself VISUALLY Computers written by Paul McFedries and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-06-17 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you a visual learner? 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 135 basic computer tasks. Each task-based spread includes easy, visual directions for performing necessary operations, including: Comparing types of computers Selecting memory and storage options Using Windows® or Mac OS® X Working with digital media Exploring e-mail and the Web Protecting your privacy online Helpful sidebars offer practical tips and tricks Full-color screen shots demonstrate each task Succinct explanations walk you through step by step Two-page lessons break big topics into bite-sized modules