Facebook & Twitter for Seniors for Dummies ( For Dummies (Large Print) )

A fun and easy social media guide for the over-55 set
People over 55 were the fastest-growing user group on Facebook in the first half of 2009, and they’re flocking to Twitter at a faster rate than their under-20 grandchildren. From basic information about establishing an Internet connection to rediscovering old friends, sharing messages and photos, and keeping in touch instantly with Twitter, this book by online expert Marsha Collier helps seniors jump right into social media. Seniors are recognizing the communication possibilities of Facebook and Twitter and are signing up in record numbers This plain-English guide explains how to get online, set up a Facebook profile, locate friends, post public and private messages, share photos, create events, follow local businesses and friends on Twitter, create a blog, play games, and more Marsha Collier explains every step with the same friendly, comfortable style that has made her "eBay For Dummies" books bestsellers
"Facebook & Twitter For Seniors For Dummies" supplies everything seniors need to function confidently on these two social media platforms. (Check Catalog)

iPad 2 QuickSteps ( Quicksteps )

Step-by-Step, Full-Color Graphics!
Start using your iPad 2 right away--the QuickSteps way. Color photos and screenshots with clear instructions help you get the most out of the latest release of this powerful tablet. Follow along and learn how to navigate the touch screen, surf the web, send and receive email, use the camera, and video chat using FaceTime. You'll also find out how to play music, movies, videos, and games, read e-books, and download content from the App Store, the iBookstore, and iTunes. Get up to speed on your iPad 2 in no time using this practical, fast-paced guide.
Use these handy guideposts: Shortcuts for accomplishing common tasks Need-to-know facts in concise narrative Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things Bonus information related to the topic being covered Errors and pitfalls to avoid
Joli Ballew is a technical writer, technology trainer, and self-proclaimed gadget guru. She is the bestselling author of more than 40 computer books, including "How to Do Everything: iPad, How to Do Everything: BlackBerry Storm 2, How to Do Everything: Netbook," and "Degunking Windows 7." (Check Catalog)

How to Do Everything iPad 2 ( How to Do Everything )

Maximize the power of your iPad 2!
Master all the versatile and fun features of your iPad 2 using this hands-on guide. With coverage of both the Wi-Fi + 3G models, "How to Do Everything: iPad 2" shows you how to configure settings, access the Internet, use Mail and Safari, and download music, movies, TV shows, ebooks, apps, games, and more. You'll get tips for taking photos and video with the camera, using FaceTime for video chatting, navigating with GPS, and connecting to social networks. This easy-to-follow book covers it all!Set up, customize, sync, and back up your iPad 2Choose a data plan for your iPad 2 Wi-Fi + 3GConnect to Wi-Fi networks and access the webConfigure Mail and integrate with various email accountsDownload and read books from the iBookstoreStay connected with social networks Find and download apps and games from the App StoreVideo chat using FaceTimeTake, view, manage, and share photos and videoDownload music, movies, TV shows, podcasts, and audiobooks from the iTunes StoreManage your contacts and schedule and keep notesNavigate with MapsUse the accessibility features, including VoiceOver and ZoomSecure and troubleshoot your iPad 2
About the Author:
Joli Ballew is a technical writer, technology trainer, and self-proclaimed gadget guru. She is the bestselling author of more than 40 computer books, including "How to Do Everything: iPad, How to Do Everything: BlackBerry Storm2, How to Do Everything: Network," and "Degunking Windows 7." (Check Catalog)

Learning Perl

If you're just getting started with Perl, this is the book you want--whether you're a programmer, system administrator, or web hacker. Nicknamed "the Llama" by two generations of users, this bestseller closely follows the popular introductory Perl course taught by the authors since 1991. This 6th edition covers recent changes to the language up to version 5.14.
Perl is suitable for almost any task on almost any platform, from short fixes to complete web applications. "Learning Perl" teaches you the basics and shows you how to write programs up to 128 lines long--roughly the size of 90% of the Perl programs in use today. Each chapter includes exercises to help you practice what you've just learned. Other books may teach you to program in Perl, but this book will turn you into a Perl programmer.
Topics include: Perl data and variable types Subroutines File operations Regular expressions String manipulation (including Unicode) Lists and sorting Process management Smart matching Use of third party modules (Check Catalog)