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    Windows 7 For Seniors For Dummies

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    by Mark Justice Hinton


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    • ISBN-13: 9780470509463
    • Publisher: Wiley
    • Publication date: 09/15/2009
    • Series: For Dummies Books
    • Pages: 408
    • Sales rank: 447,443
    • Product dimensions: 7.30(w) x 9.10(h) x 1.00(d)

    Mark Justice Hinton teaches all kinds of technology from digital photography to HTML. He maintains a blog at www.mjhinton.com/help where he answers questions from his readers, and he is also the author of Digital Photography For Seniors For Dummies.

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    Table of Contents

    Introduction 1

    Part I: Getting to Know Windows 7 7

    1: Getting Comfortable with the Windows 7 Desktop 9

    2: Examining the Anatomy of a Window 29

    3: Creating Your First Documents 45

    4: Organizing Your Documents 69

    Part II: Getting Things Done in Windows 7 93

    5: Taking Advantage of the Windows Accessories 95

    6: Installing and Removing Programs 115

    7: Working with Printers and Other Add-On Devices 127

    Part III: Discovering the Internet 141

    8: Connecting to the Internet 143

    9: Finding What You Need on the Web 153

    10: Sending and Receiving E-Mail 179

    Part IV: Having Fun with Windows 7 201

    11: Playing Games 203

    12: Enjoying Photos in Windows 7 213

    13: Listening to Music and Watching DVDs 235

    Part V: Having It Your Way with Windows 7 259

    14: Making Windows 7 More Fun to Use 261

    15: Using the Taskbar and Start Menu Smartly 285

    16: Making Windows 7 Easier to Use 303

    Part VI: Staying Safe and Keeping Windows 7 Healthy 323

    17: Updating Windows 7 325

    18: Protecting Your Computer 341

    19: Keeping Your Data Safe 359

    Index 377

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    This easy-to-understand guide helps seniors get started with Windows 7!

    Many seniors use a home computer to stay connected to family and friends. This fun and friendly guide shows how to use Windows 7, the most popular operating system pre-loaded onto personal computers and laptops, to write e-mails, connect with family via Windows Live Messenger, download pictures with Photo Gallery, and listen to music using Windows Media Player.

    Windows 7 For Seniors For Dummies uses a large font for the text that makes the book easier to read and it features magnified screen shots to help make the subject matter less intimidating. For Dummies author Mark Justice Hinton walks you through the basics of Windows 7, shows you how to customize the desktop so that it accommodates your needs, and explains how to use the webcam and instant messenger to keep in contact with family and friends. Plus, you'll get critical insight for protecting your personal information.

    • Shows seniors how to stay connected to family and friends using the features of Windows 7
    • Explains how to use the Internet, send and receive e-mail, upload and download photos, view video, listen to music, play games, use webcam and instant messenger, and more
    • Discusses the important topic of keeping data and personal information safe and secure
    • Uses a larger font for text and includes more than 150 enlarged screen shots

    For seniors interested in getting started using the exciting features of Windows 7, Windows 7 For Seniors For Dummies is the ideal beginner guide!

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