Absolute Beginner's Guide Computer Basics, Windows 11 Edition, 10th 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
    We Want to Hear from You!
    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
    Index