CompTIA A+ 220-801, 220-802 in Depth

by Jean Andrews    (Find this book)
Let Jean Andrews guide you to success in computer technology certification. COMPTIA A+ 220-801, 220-802 IN DEPTH is a comprehensive, up-to-date, user-friendly test-prep guide for these industry-standard exams, covering all fundamental and advanced computer technology, networking, and security topics you might encounter on the job or on the A+ exam. The book corresponds completely to CompTIA A+ exam objectives, offering in-depth coverage of all topics, from the Windows OS to processors and mother boards, storage devices, networking devices and cables, security strategies, mobile devices, installation, configuration, hardware/software troubleshooting, and much more. You'll also learn to apply real-world implementation of the technology through "On the Job" stories and case studies. Along the way, the skills you're learning are reinforced through clearly outline learning objectives, chapter summaries, key terms and definitions, and review questions. The coaching and test-prep resources of COMPTIA A+ 220-801, 220-802 IN DEPTH will give you the skills and confidence you'll need to succeed on exam day.  -- Publisher Marketing

Building a PC in Easy Steps

by Stuart Yarnold    (Find this book)
Pre-built systems are often a compromise between what the manufacturers want to sell you and what you want to buy. One solution is to build it yourself. Acquiring a copy of "Building a PC in Easy Steps" is the first step in the right direction. Written in a concise and easy-to-understand style, this book walks readers through all the stages of building and setting up a computer: buying the parts and avoiding sales scams; mastering and installing each component (CPU, memory, video, etc); altering default settings in the BIOS for optimum performance; and installing and configuring device drivers. The troubleshooting chapter is invaluable in the event of problems. By the time they have finished, readers have a computer that's tailored to their exact requirements with no superfluous features or functions.
Fully illustrated and updated for Windows 8

Digital Photo Editing with Picasa for Seniors: Get Acqainted with Picasa: Free, Easy-To-Use Photo Editing Software ( Studio Visual Steps )

by Studio Visual Steps   (Find this book)
Maximizing the use of Picasa, the photo management and photo editing software, is made easy with this practical guide. All of the basic functions of this free program are explained with step-by-step instructions and practice photos. Several useful editing options--such as improving color quality and removing undesirable red eyes--are also explained. The guide shows how to crop or straighten photos in a few seconds, print them, create a slide show, burn them to a CD or DVD to safeguard them, make web albums, or publish photos on a blog. Thoroughly tested by seniors and based in practical experience, this guide also has an extensive index that helps older adults find exactly what they are looking for, making it easy to manage, edit, and present a photo collection with Picasa.  -- Publisher Marketing

Google Apps Script: Web Application Development Essentials

by James Ferreira    (Find this book)

Learn how to create dynamic web applications with Google Apps Script and take full advantage of your Google-hosted services. If you have basic coding skills and some JavaScript experience, this practical book shows you how Apps Script works, and provides step-by-step guidance for building applications you can use right away.
Apps Script is handy for automating Google Apps tasks, but it also serves as a complete application platform. With this book, you'll learn how to build, store, run, and share data-driven web apps right on Google Drive. You'll have access to complete code and working examples that show you how everything fits together.Build an interactive Web App UI that runs on most web and mobile browsers. Create a sample product catalog that displays custom data from a spreadsheet. Develop an application to generate web forms from templates. Use Apps Script to build a simple web-based database application. Design a document workflow builder that users can quickly customize. Create a Google form that lets you select and send email responses. Debug your code and keep track of script problems after deployment. -- Publisher Marketing

Wireless Networking Absolute Beginner's Guide

by Michael Miller    (Find this book)
Make the most of your wireless network..."without" becoming a technical expert! This book is the fastest way to connect all your wireless devices, get great performance with everything from streaming media to printing, stay safe and secure, and do more with Wi-Fi than you ever thought possible! Even if you've never set up or run a network before, this book will show you how to do what you want, one "incredibly" clear and easy step at a time. Wireless networking has never, "ever" been this simple! Who knew how simple wireless networking could be? This is "today's" best beginner's guide to creating, using, troubleshooting, and doing more with your wireless network...simple, practical instructions for doing everything you really want to do, at home or in your business! Here's a small sample of what you'll learn: - Buy the right equipment without overspending- Reliably connect Windows PCs, Macs, iPads, Android tablets, game consoles, Blu-ray players, smartphones, and more- Get great performance from all your networked devices- Smoothly stream media without clogging your entire network- Store music and movies so you can play them anywhere in your home- Keep neighbors and snoopers out of your network- Share the files you want to share-and keep everything else private- Automatically back up your data across the network- Print from anywhere in the house-or from anywhere on Earth- Extend your network to work reliably in larger homes or offices- Set up a "guest network" for visiting friends and family- View streaming videos and other web content on your living room TV- Control your networked devices with your smartphone or tablet- Connect to Wi-Fi hotspots and get online in your car- Find and log onto hotspots, both public and hidden- Quickly troubleshoot common wireless network problems. Michael Miller is the world's #1 author of beginning computer books. He has written more than 100 best-selling books over the past two decades, earning an international reputation for his friendly and easy-to-read style, practical real-world advice, technical accuracy, and exceptional ability to demystify complex topics. His books for Que include "Computer Basics Absolute Beginner's Guide;""Facebook for Grown-Ups; My Pinterest; Ultimate Digital Music Guide; Speed It Up! A Non-Technical Guide for Speeding Up Slow PCs, " and "Googlepedia: The Ultimate Google Resource." Category: Networking Covers: Wireless Networking User Level: Beginning -- Publisher Marketing