Brilliant Internet for the Over 50s Vista 2nd Edition

Description

Spend less time reading and more time doing

Brilliant Internet for the Over 50s, Microsoft Windows Vista edition, is a visual quick reference book that shows you how to make the most of the rich resources available on the Internet. Focused specifically on the needs of those whose working life was not affected significantly by the Web and Email, it provides an introductory guide to communicating with old friends, seeking health advice, having groceries delivered, and much more...

brilliant Internet for the Over 50s

Microsoft Windows Vista UK Edition

Brilliantguides provide the quick, easy-to-access information that you need:

* Detailed table of contents and troubleshooting guide to help you find exactly what you need to know.
* Each task is presented on one or two pages.
* Numbered steps guide you through each task or problem.
* Numerous screenshots illustrate each step.
* "See also..." boxes point you to related tasks and information in the book.
* "Did you know?..." sections alert you to relevant expert tips, tricks and advice.

Brilliant Internet for the Over 50s, now fully updated to cover Windows Vista, provides...

* A visual tutorial taking you from Internet novice to accomplished user in easy steps.
* Easy ways to make your computer work for you - customising Internet Explorer and Windows Mail to suit your needs.
* A guide to enhancing your life from the comfort of your own home: staying in touch with scattered friends and family, researching healthcare, planning your holidays, selecting insurance, visiting museums, creating a website and even listening to old radio programmes.

This new Windows Vista edition features...

* New Vista screenshots throughout with updated instructions and advice.
* Guidance on how to make use of the 'feeds' feature in Internet Explorer 7.
* A range of new tasks on how to use Skype to make free phone calls and send instant messages.
* Full instructions on how to set up and use Windows Mail to stay in contact with friends and family.

CONTENTS:

1 Instant Internet

2 Internet FAQs

3 Using Internet Explorer

4 Customising Internet Explorer

5 Searching the web

6 Internet resources

7 The interactive Internet

8 Windows Mail

9 Customising Windows Mail

10 Newsgroups

11 Creating a website

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Troubleshooting guide