Computer Basics Absolute Beginner’s Guide, Windows 11 Edition

Cover Page
About This eBook
Title Page
Copyright Page
Contents at a Glance
Table of Contents
About the Author
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Pearson’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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Reader Services
Figure Credits
Introduction
    How This Book Is Organized
    Which Version of Windows?
    Conventions Used in This Book
    There’s More Online
Part I: Understanding Computers
    1. How Personal Computers Work
        What Your Computer Can Do
        Inside a Personal Computer
        Other Parts of Your Computer System
        Different Types of Computers
        Don’t Worry, You Can’t Screw It Up—Much
    2. Setting Up and Using Different Types of Computers
        Before You Get Started
        Setting Up a Laptop or 2-in1 PC
        Setting Up an All-in-One Desktop PC
        Setting Up a Traditional Desktop PC
        Turning It On—for the First Time
Part II: Using Windows
    3. Getting to Know Windows 11
        Say Hello to Windows 11
        Learning Basic Operations
        Using the Start Menu
        Using the Taskbar
        Learning Important Windows Shortcuts
        Using Windows with a Touchscreen Display
        Shutting Down Windows—and Your Computer
    4. Working with Files, Folders, and Online Storage
        Understanding Files and Folders
        Using File Explorer
        Navigating the Folders on Your PC
        Viewing Files and Folders
        Performing Basic File and Folder Operations
        Working with the Recycle Bin
        Working with Compressed Folders
        Copying Files to Another Computer
        Working with Cloud-Based Storage
    5. Personalizing Windows
        Personalizing the Windows Desktop
        Personalizing Widgets
        Personalizing the Lock Screen
        Changing Your Account Picture
        Setting Up Additional User Accounts
        Configuring Other Windows Settings
Part III: Setting Up the Rest of Your System
    6. Connecting Printers and Other Devices to Your PC
        Getting to Know the Most Popular Peripherals
        Adding New Hardware to Your System
        Connecting and Using a Printer
        Connecting Portable Devices to Your PC
        Connecting Your PC to Your Living Room TV
    7. Using Your PC with Your Mobile Phone
        Linking Your Phone to Your Windows 11 PC
        Texting and Calling from Your PC
        Doing More with Your Phone and Your Windows PC
    8. Adding Storage and Backup
        Understanding External Storage
        Connecting an External Drive
        Backing Up Your Important Files
    9. Setting Up a Home Network
        How Networks Work
        Setting Up a Wireless Network in Your Home
        Connecting Your Computer to Your New Network
        Accessing Computers on Your Network
Part IV: Using the Internet
    10. Connecting to the Internet—at Home and Away
        Different Types of Home Internet
        Connecting to a Public Wi-Fi Hotspot
    11. Browsing and Searching the Web
        Understanding the Web
        Using Microsoft Edge
        Using Google Chrome
        Searching the Web with Google
    12. Buying and Selling Online
        How to Shop Online
        How to Shop Safely
        Ordering Meal and Grocery Delivery Online
        Buying and Selling on Online Marketplaces
Part V: Communicating Online
    13. Sending and Receiving Email
        How Email Works
        Using the Windows Mail App
        Using Web-Based Email
    14. Video Chatting with Friends and Family
        Video Chatting with Zoom
        Video Chatting with Microsoft Teams
    15. Social Networking with Facebook, Twitter, and Other Social Media
        Using Facebook
        Using Twitter
        Using Pinterest
        Using LinkedIn
        Using Social Networks—Smartly and Safely
Part VI: Getting Productive
    16. Installing and Using Desktop Applications
        Finding and Installing New Apps
        Managing Your Apps
        Working with Applications
    17. Doing Office Work
        Getting to Know Microsoft Office
        Word Processing with Microsoft Word
        Number Crunching with Microsoft Excel
        Giving Presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint
        Exploring Google Docs
        Using the Windows Calendar App
    18. Working with Digital Photos
        Transferring Pictures from Your Camera, Smartphone, or Tablet
        Viewing Your Photos with the Windows Photos App
        Editing Your Photos with the Photos App
        Printing and Sharing Your Photos
Part VII: Exploring Online Entertainment
    19. Watching Movies and TV Shows Online
        Watching Streaming Video Services
        Watching Live TV Online
        Buying and Renting Movies Online
        Watching Videos on YouTube
    20. Listening to Music and Podcasts Online
        Listening to Streaming Music Online
        Purchasing and Downloading Digital Music
        Listening to Podcasts Online
Part VIII: Keeping Your System Up and Running
    21. Protecting Your PC From Computer Attacks, Malware, Spam, and More
        Safeguarding Your System from Computer Viruses
        Hunting Down Spyware
        Fighting Email Spam
        Resisting Phishing Scams
        Shielding Your Children from Inappropriate Content
    22. Performing Preventive Maintenance and Dealing with Common Problems
        Maintaining Your Computer
        Keeping Your Hardware in Tip-Top Condition
        Maintaining a Laptop PC
        Troubleshooting Computer Problems
        Troubleshooting in Safe Mode
        Reacting When Windows Freezes or Crashes
        Refreshing or Resetting Your System
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