Here’s the easiest guide ever to computers — a book that skips the long-winded explanations and shows you how things work. Full-color screen shots walk you through each step, and self-contained, two-page lessons make learning a snap. You’ll learn to use different types of computers and software, create documents and use different programs, get online, start using e-mail, and manage your music and digital photos. A friendly character called Chip introduces each task, and sidebars offer real-world advice.
The bestselling author of WordPerfect 5.1 for DOS offers a book designed to explain computer basics with a maximum number of pictures and minimum text. Covering the fundamentals of both hardware and software, this guide explains the basic computer, input/output devices, operating systems, application software, networking, and more.
This introduction to personal computers covers hardware, input, output, processing, storage, multimedia, portable computers, operating systems, application software, and networks.
Getting familiar with cloud computing features from scratch to advanced. Ê KEY FEATURESÊÊ _ Detailed coverage on Cloud fundamentals, Cloud Service Models, and deployment models. _ Easy, detailed, and practical approach to develop skills on working with Cloud Computing. _ Includes charts, diagrams, and graphical illustrations for better visual learning on complex topics of cloud computing. DESCRIPTIONÊ Cloud computing is a technology that allows you to store, access data and programs over the internet instead of the hard drive or a server. In this book, you will gain knowledge about the fundamentals of cloud computing. This book includes a detailed description of the features of the cloud, the importance of cloud in todayÕs era, and uses of cloud computing. This book provides you with a deep knowledge of the basics of cloud computing. You will learn about the characteristics, architecture, and uses and importance of cloud computing. This book also explores the concept of scalability and redundancy regarding cloud computing. You will learn about the various cloud deployment and service models. You will also gain knowledge of virtualization technology. You will also have a guided tour of concepts related to cloud management, data storage and security, and cloud operations and technologies. At the end of the book, you will learn about the advanced concepts of cloud computing and also learn about mobile cloudÊ computing. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN _ In-depth understanding on the fundamentals of cloud computing. _ Explore the role and importance of cloud computing across businesses and enterprises. _ Learn about cloud deployment models and service models. _ Gain knowledge on cloud storage, cloud security, administration of cloud and mobile cloud computing.Ê WHO THIS BOOK IS FORÊÊ This book is open to all graduates, beginners and working professionals to help them understand everything about cloud computing and how to operate in a cloud environment. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction 2. Architecture and ApplicationsÊÊ 3. Scalability and Redundancy 4. Cloud Services 5. Cloud Deployment Models 6. Virtualization 7. Management 8. Data Storage and Security 9. Operations and Challenges 10. Technologies and Service Providers 11. Cloud Cube Model 12. Mobile Cloud Computing
The content boom on the Internet has been explosive in the past few years with more than a billion people surfing worldwide. Internet Simplified shows beginning level computer users how to get comfortable surfing the web and how to navigate the flood of information once they find what they're looking for. Users will find helpful information on the most talked about newcomers to the online world such as social networking sites like Facebook and MySpace, blogging, and downloading media content from YouTube and iTunes, as well as an introduction to the old standbys such as email, auction sites, and instruction for safe surfing. Coverage on how to safeguard against viruses and SPAM and keep computers free from unwanted visitors is approached in a gentle, user-friendly manner so anyone can apply the techniques and be free from troublesome intrusions. Full-color screen shots and numbered, step-by-step instructions guide readers through the intricacies of navigating the web in a friendly, approachable way. The updated design features a more sophisticated look and larger fonts and images to make this a perfect reference for all ages.
Step-by-step guidance on all things laptop-related, aimed at visual learners A little overwhelmed by the selection of laptops out there and how to get started using one? Laptops Simplified, Second Edition is here to help! Boasting a straightforward, jargon-free approach, this easy-to-navigate guide takes the fear out of exploring the subject of laptops and breaks it down to the basics. Veteran author Sherry Kinkoph Gunter demystifies common laptop issues such as finding the laptop that is right for you, setting it up, troubleshooting it, and maintaining it. Covers the very basics of connecting to wireless networks while away from home; working with a variety of devices such as cameras, cell phones, and extra monitors; and making sure all security precautions are in place for safe online experiences Features full-color screen shots and numbered, step-by-step instructions on how to get up and running with your laptop Includes coverage of the new Windows 8 operating system Shares helpful advice from a veteran author on getting the most out of your laptop Laptops Simplified, Second Edition puts you on your way to becoming a confident and savvy laptop user!
"Our lives have been dominated by technology. Yet most people can't define basic tech terms and don't really understand how computers work. This book defines all modern tech terms and explains how the machines and devices that saturate our everyday life work exactly. But here's the important part: the explanations in this book are written simply and in a way that the average person can understand. With over 100 chapters, you'll remove the confusions associated with modern-day technology, and gain answers to questions you may not even know you had, including: How do computers work? What is the difference between the internet and world wide web? What is the history of modern devices, and how did we arrive here? How do screens display images? How does Wi-Fi work exactly? What does the 4G at the top right of most cell phones mean? What makes a computer or device fast or slow? What is cryptocurrency and bitcoin? What does the https at the beginning of every website mean? What is coding? And much, much more. This book could also be called The Manual for Operating in Modern Society. It will move you from a point of mystery to deep knowledge of, and thereby causation over, today's technology"--
For the past forty years, Richard Koch has worked to uncover simple and elegant principles which govern business success. To qualify, a principle must be so overwhelmingly powerful that anyone can reliably apply it to generate extraordinary results. Working with venture capitalist Greg Lockwood and supported by specially commissioned research from OC&C Strategy Consultants, Koch has now found one elemental principle that unites extraordinarily valuable companies: simplifying. Some firms simplify on price - consider budget flights stripped of all extras that still take you from A to B - creating new, huge mass markets for their wares. Others, such as Apple, simplify their proposition, bringing a beautifully easy-to-use product or service to a large premium market. How can your business become a simplifier? With case studies of some of the most famous firms of the last hundred years, from finance to fast food, this enlightening book shows how to analyse any company's potential to simplify, and enrich the world.
