Computers and Computing

Head First jQuery ( Brain-Friendly Guides )

2012-02-07T15:58:00.001-05:00

Want to add more interactivity and polish to your websites? Discover how jQuery can help you build complex scripting functionality in just a few lines of code. With "Head First jQuery," you'll quickly get up to speed on this amazing JavaScript library by learning how to navigate HTML documents while handling events, effects, callbacks, and animations. By the time you've completed the book, you'll be incorporating Ajax apps, working seamlessly with HTML and CSS, and handling data with PHP, MySQL and JSON.
If you want to learn--and understand--how to create interactive web pages, unobtrusive script, and cool animations that don't kill your browser, this book is for you.Use jQuery with DOM to overcome the limitations of HTML and CSS Learn how jQuery selectors and actions work together Write functions and wire them to interface elements Use jQuery effects to create actions on the page Make your pages come alive with animation Build interactive web pages with jQuery and Ajax Build forms in web applications (Check Catalog)

Python Programming for the Absolute Beginner (3RD ed.)

2012-01-31T15:43:00.001-05:00

If you are new to programming with Python and are looking for a solid introduction, this is the book for you. Developed by computer science instructors, books in the "for the absolute beginner" series teach the principles of programming through simple game creation. You will acquire the skills that you need for practical Python programming applications and will learn how these skills can be put to use in real-world scenarios. Throughout the chapters, you will find code samples that illustrate concepts presented. At the end of each chapter, you will find a complete game that demonstrates the key ideas in the chapter, a summary of the chapter, and a set of challenges that tests your new found knowledge. By the time you finish this book, you'll be well versed in Python and be able to apply the basic programming principles you've learned to the next programming language you tackle. (Check Catalog)

CompTIA A+ Certification All-In-One Exam Guide: (Exams 220-701 & 220-702) [With CDROM]

2012-01-24T16:47:00.001-05:00

Get complete coverage of the latest release of the CompTIA A+ exams inside this fully revised and updated resource. Written by the leading authority on CompTIA A+ certification and training, this expert guide covers CompTIA A+ exams 220-701 and 220-702. You'll find learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, exam tips, practice exam questions, in-depth explanations, and more than 1,000 photographs and illustrations. Designed to help you pass the CompTIA A+ exams with ease, this definitive volume also serves as an essential on-the-job IT reference.
Covers all exam objectives, including how to: Work with CPUs, RAM, motherboards, power supplies, and other PC components install, partition, and format hard drives Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista Troubleshoot PCs and implement security measures Install video and multimedia cards Work with portable PCs, PDAs, smartphones, and wireless technologies Manage printers and connect to networks and the Internet Understand safety and environmental issues establish good communication skills and adhere to privacy policies
The CD-ROM features: Practice exams for 701 & 702600+ chapter review questions New video introduction to CompTIA A+One-hour video training segment Mike's favorite PC tools and utilities Searchable e-book
Mike Meyers, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, MCP, is the industry's leading authority on CompTIA A+ certification and training. He is the president and founder of Total Seminars, LLC, a major provider of PC and network repair seminars for thousands of organizations throughout the world, and a member of CompTIA. (Check Catalog)

The Droid Pocket Guide

2012-01-17T14:35:00.001-05:00

Here is your essential companion to the Android-powered Droid smartphone. The Droid Pocket Guide, Second Edition, steers you through how to:
Set up and quickly start using your Droid smartphone.Make and receive calls and text messages.
Send email and synchronize your mail with your Gmail account.Surf the Web with the built-in Android browser.Search y our phone and the Web by voice.Browse and download apps in the Android Marketi.Find your place in the world, using the phone's GPS and Google Maps Navigation.Keep track of your contacts and calendar--and, of course, sync your phone with your Google account.Shoot and instantly review photos and videos with the built-in camera. (Check Catalog)

My iPod Touch ( My... ) (2ND ed.)

2012-01-10T14:22:00.001-05:00

Covers: iOS4 and iPod touch, 4th gen "Step-by-step instructions" with callouts to iPod touch photos so that you can see exactly what to do "Help" when you run into iPod touch problems or limitations "Tips and Notes" to help you get the most from your iPod touch "Full-color," step-by-step tasks walk you through getting and keeping your iPod touch working just the way you want. Learn how to: - Make the most of Apple's new iOS 4 software- Connect to Wi-Fi networks, the Web, and other devices- Move music, movies, books, and other content onto your iPod touch- Use iBooks to enjoy a library of ebooks wherever you go- Play games and share info with other iPod touches, iPhones, and iPads- Sync Mac or Windows computers and MobileMe or Exchange accounts with your iPod touch- Listen to music, podcasts, and other audio- Watch movies, TV shows, music videos, and video podcasts- Surf the Web and send email- Create, manage, display, and edit contacts and calendars- Take, view, and share photos and video- Download, install, and maintain apps, and manage them with the new App Toolbar- Customize, maintain, and troubleshoot your iPod touch (Check Catalog)

Perl Pocket Reference (5TH ed.)

2012-01-03T16:13:00.000-05:00

If you have a Perl programming question, you'll find the answer quickly in this handy, easy-to-use quick reference. The "Perl Pocket Reference" condenses and organizes stacks of documentation down to the most essential facts, so you can find what you need in a heartbeat.
Updated for Perl 5.14, the 5th edition provides a summary of Perl syntax rules and a complete list of operators, built-in functions, and other features. It's the perfect companion to O'Reilly's authoritative and in-depth Perl programming books, including "Learning Perl," "Programming Perl," and the "Perl Cookbook.." (Check Catalog)

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

2011-12-27T16:10:00.000-05:00

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 )

2011-12-20T15:58:00.001-05:00

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 )

2011-12-13T15:30:00.001-05:00

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

2011-12-06T14:52:00.000-05:00

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)

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

2011-11-29T14:49:00.001-05:00

The Complete Idiot's Guide to HTML5 and CSS3 ( Complete Idiot's Guides (Computers) )

2011-11-22T14:39:00.002-05:00

What's next for web developers who want creative, competitive sites.
The newest revision of HTML (HyperText Markup Language), the primary markup language for most of the content on the web. It's a major update that incorporates video playback, animation, and drag & drop. CSS3 is the latest version of Cascading Style Sheets, a style sheet language that is used in conjunction with HTML to enhance the presentation of web content. "The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to HTML5 and CSS3" provides both new and existing web developers with the tools they need to code and design the web content people increasingly expect to see when they open their browser of choice to surf the web.
? Apple's decision to support HTML5 instead of Adobe Flash on the iPhone and iPad is expected to increase the transition to HTML5/CSS3. (Check Catalog)
? Includes a 16-page color insert.

Creating a Website: The Missing Manual ( Missing Manuals )

2011-11-15T14:32:00.001-05:00

Think you need an army of skilled programmers to build a website? Think again. With nothing more than an ordinary PC, some raw ambition, and this book, you'll learn how to create and maintain a professional-looking, visitor-friendly site. This Missing Manual gives you all the tools, techniques, and expert advice you need.Plan your site. Create web pages by learning the basics of HTML and HTML5. Control page design with CSS. Format text, images, links, tables, and other elements. Attract visitors. Ensure that people can find your site through popular search engines. Build a community. Add forums, fresh content, and a feedback form to encourage repeat visits. Get smart. Use free tools to identify your site's strengths and weaknesses. Create your own blog. Post your musings with a free blog-hosting service. Bring in cash. Host Google ads, sell Amazon's wares, or push your own products. Add pizzazz. Include audio, video, interactive menus, and more. (Check Catalog)

The Rough Guide to the iPad ( Rough Guide to the iPad )

2011-11-08T14:23:00.001-05:00

Now fully updated, "The Rough Guide to the iPad" is the ultimate companion to the revolutionary Apple iPad. Making sure users get the most out of their newest toy, the guide provides full coverage of the latest Apple software and hardware advances. (Check Catalog)

Middleware and Cloud Computing: Oracle on Amazon, Rackspace and Rightscale

2011-11-01T11:41:00.001-04:00

Middleware and Cloud Computing
Oracle Fusion Middleware on Amazon Web Services, Rackspace Cloud and RightScale Cloud Management Platform
This book contains all the new and cool AWS stuff: Free Micro Instances, Tags, S3 Reduced Redundancy Storage, EBS-backed AMIs, MySQL RDS Read Replicas and Multi-Availability Zone Instances, Simple Notification Service (SNS), Simple Queue Service (SQS), Auto Scaling, Elastic Load Balancing with SSL Termination, the brand new Amazon Linux and much, much more!
Learn why running Oracle WebLogic Server and Fusion Middleware in the cloud is often easier, sometimes cheaper and typically more reliable than in your own data center -Buzzword-free, comprehensive and vendor-neutral - Clearly written by an independent IT professional, who has delivered successful projects to some ofthe world's leading companies -Take advantage of the industry's best: Amazon, Rackspace, RightScale and Oracle -Understand what it takes to achieve availability, scalability, monitoring and management of middleware in the cloud -Get started straightaway with a free MicroInstance from Amazon -Discover key features and showstoppers.
Develop your expertise by reading this book. (Check Catalog)

Documents, Presentations, and Workbooks: Using Microsoft Office to Create Content That Gets Noticed

2011-10-25T11:32:00.001-04:00

Get expert techniques and best practices for creating professional-looking documents, slide presentations, and workbooks. And apply these skills as you work with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint(R), and Excel(R) in Office 2010 or Office for Mac 2011. This hands-on guide provides constructive advice and advanced, timesaving tips to help you produce compelling content that delivers--in print or on screen.
Work smarter--and create content with impact!Create your own custom Office themes and templates Use tables and styles to help organize and present content in complex Word documents Leave a lasting impression with professional-quality graphics and multimedia Work with PowerPoint masters and layouts more effectively Design Excel PivotTables for better data analysis and reporting Automate and customize documents with Microsoft Visual Basic(R) for Applications (VBA) and Open XML Formats Boost document collaboration and sharing with Office Web Apps
Your companion web content includes: All the book's sample files for Word, PowerPoint, and Excel Files containing Microsoft Visio(R) samples--Visio 2010 is required for viewing (Check Catalog)

iMovie '11 & iDVD ( Missing Manuals )

2011-10-18T11:18:00.003-04:00

Apple's video-editing program is better than ever, but it still doesn't have a printed guide to help you get started. That's where this gorgeous, full-color book comes in. You get clear explanations of iMovie's impressive new features, like instant rendering, storyboarding, and one-step special effects. Experts David Pogue and Aaron Miller also give you a complete course in film editing and DVD design.Edit video like the pros. Import raw footage, add transitions, and use iMovie's newly restored, intuitive timeline editor. Create stunning trailers. Design Hollywood-style "Coming Attractions!" previews for your movies. Share your film. Distribute your movie in a variety of places--on smartphones, Apple TV, your own site, and with one-click exports to YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo, CNN iReport, and MobileMe. Make DVDs. Design the menus, titles, and layout for your DVDs, and burn them to disc. (Check Catalog)

Windows 7 Inside Out [With CDROM] (Deluxe)

2011-10-11T11:10:00.001-04:00

Dive deeper into Windows 7--with new content and new resources on CD! The Deluxe Edition of the ultimate, in-depth reference to Windows 7 has been fully updated for SP1 and Internet Explorer 9, and features 300+ pages of additional coverage and advanced topics. It's now packed with even more timesaving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and workarounds from the experts--and includes a fully searchable eBook and other online resources. Topics include installation, configuration, and setup; network connections and troubleshooting; remote access; managing programs; controlling user access and accounts; advanced file management; working with Internet Explorer 9; managing security features and issues; using Windows Live Essentials 2011; performance monitoring and tuning; backups and maintenance; sharing networked resources; hardware and device drivers. (Check Catalog)

The Complete Idiot's Guide to PC Basics, Windows 7 Edition

2011-10-04T11:01:00.001-04:00

The down and dirty basics for computer newbies.
For those with a blank slate when it comes to computer know-how, this guide teaches readers how to get started on a PC, including: easy instructions on starting, setting up, and organizing the PC; navigating the Windows 7 desktop and folder system; getting up and running with email; working with music, photos, and video; plus an introduction to Google, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, eBay, blogging, instant messaging; and more!
? Focuses on software-and the practical and fun things new users want to do with their PCs
? A large number of people-particularly the older generation-are new to computers
? Includes troubleshooting tips (Check Catalog)

Facebook: The Missing Manual

2011-09-27T10:53:00.001-04:00

Facebook's spreading about as far and fast as the Web itself: 500 million members and counting. But there's a world of fun packed into the site that most folks miss. With this bestselling guide, learn how to unlock Facebook's talents as personal website creator, souped-up address book, and bustling community forum. It's an eye-opening, timesaving tour, guaranteed to help you get the most out of your Facebook experience.
Coverage includes: Get started, get connected. Signing up is easy, but the real payoff comes when you tap into networks of coworkers, classmates, and friends. Pick and choose who gets to see what, and learn how to steer clear of people you want to avoid. Add applications. Transform your Facebook account into an addictive, one-stop resource with thousands of mini-programs, ranging from silly to serious. Go professional. Facebook isn't just for college kids. Thousands of companies and businesspeople use the site for everything from project collaboration and advertising to filling (and finding) jobs. You'll learn all the tricks. Protect your privacy. You may feel too exposed with so much personal info on display. This book features an easy-to-follow, multi-pronged approach to staying safe on Facebook. (Check Catalog)

iPad 2 Fully Loaded

2011-09-20T10:44:00.001-04:00

Apple's new iPad 2 offers new functionality, WiFi or 3G connectivity, a choice of data plans, and a new and more powerful iOS 4 operating system in a thinner, lighter device. This book shows how to get the most from every feature. It covers the two front- and rear-facing cameras, advice on using the multitouch display, and the pros and cons of WiFi vs. 3G. Then it explores video chatting with FaceTime, streaming music and movies to your HDTV, tips on shooting HD video, how to sync the iPad to your computer and transfer content, and much more.With its advanced iOS 4 operating system, the iPad 2 offers new functionality, two cameras, WiFi and 3G connectivity, and the availability of thousands of appsThis book explains how to evaluate and choose a data plan as well as how to set up your iPad 2 with iTunes, transfer content, and sync the iPad with your computerCovers downloading movies, music, and iBooks; buying or renting TV shows; managing e-mail, calendars, and to-do lists; and using built-in productivity appsExplores video chatting, taking photos and HD video, accessing social media, finding hotels and restaurants, and even how the iPad can make learning more fun for kids (Check Catalog)

Sharepoint 2007 How-To

2011-09-13T10:29:00.001-04:00

SharePoint(R) 2007 How-To Ishai Sagi Real Solutions for SharePoint Users "SharePoint 2007 How-To" delivers quick, to-the-point answers to common problems and tasks in SharePoint 2007. You'll find answers to the most common end-user tasks, as well as some of the more complex problems and tasks faced by content and site managers. From the basics of navigating a site, to more complex tasks such as customizing a site and managing site security, "SharePoint 2007 How-To" is a focused resource that provides access to all the answers you need--now! Fast, Accurate, and Easy to Use! . Discover all the core SharePoint components and their practical uses and applications . Learn the essentials for navigating a SharePoint site . Find fresh ideas for working with the various SharePoint file formats . Perform detailed searches within SharePoint . Manage personal sites . Create organized lists and document libraries that are easy to navigate . Modify and customize list views by using filtering, grouping, and sorting . Control user access by managing permissions for lists, libraries, files, and other components . Implement and track custom workflows within SharePoint . Create subsites for enhanced content management . Customize the look and feel of a site using custom settings, themes, and content types . Manage site permissions and settings for a more secure environment Ishai Sagi is a SharePoint expert who has been working in Microsoft SharePoint since its initial release in 2001. Currently, Ishai is a SharePoint developer and solutions architect in Canberra, Australia. He spends his spare time leading the Canberra SharePoint user group. Since the Microsoft SharePoint launch in 2001, Ishai has trained numerous end users, administrators, and developers in using Microsoft SharePoint or developing solutions for the platform. He has spoken at Microsoft conferences in countries around the world, including Spain, Israel, and Australia. Ishai was the recipient of the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award for SharePoint in 2007, 2008, and 2009. Ishai also is the author of a popular SharePoint blog for developers at http: //www.sharepoint-tips.com and manages the Canberra SharePoint User Group website at http: //www.sharepointusers.org.au/Canberra/default.aspx. (Check Catalog)

Using Facebook

2011-09-06T14:40:00.000-04:00

Get comfortable using Facebook to reconnect with old friends and loved ones, explore new interests, and express your views...instantly and safely! Don't just read about it: see it, hear it, with step-by-step video tutorials and valuable audio sidebars delivered through the free Web Edition that comes with every USING book. For the price of the book you get online access anywhere with a web connection--no books to carry, updated content, and the benefit of video and audio learning. Learn Fast, Learn Easy, Using Web, Video, and Audio:

Show Me video walks through tasks you've just got to see
Tell Me More audio delivers insights straight from the experts (Check Catalog)

HTML5 for Dummies Quick Reference

2011-08-30T14:52:00.001-04:00

Quick and up-to-date information about HTML5 and how to use it
HTML is the preferred programming language for creating Web pages, and HTML5 is full of new features. This handy, no-nonsense book gives you the straight scoop. You'll discover enhanced rich media, geolocation, database and mobile capabilities, what's new in CSS and JavaScript, and how to use the new canvas tag. Find what you need quickly and make your Web site a winner!
A matter of semantics -- get up to speed on new semantic page elements and in-line semantic elements
Informed about forms -- examine new and modified form elements that add new capabilities to HTML
Celebrate CSS -- discover the new tools and functionality in CSS3, including flexible box layout and improved font and text support
Brew up something new -- explore new JavaScript(R)features such as drag-and-drop, geolocation, notifications, and Web sockets
Canvas for cool -- use the canvas tag and JavaScript to create cool and colorful graphics
Visit the companion Web site at www.dummies.com/go/html5fdqr for bonus content.
Open the book and find:
Which browsers support the new tools
Media elements, including a video tag
Additional pseudo-classes in CSS
New form input types
How to add shadows and colorful shapes
Tips on building Web socketconnections
How a Web worker improvesefficiency
Steps for creating animation
Learn to:
Create rich Internet applications using HTML5
Build mobile sites with video
Leverage the HTML5 database capabilities
Test, debug, and deploy your sites (Check Catalog)

Sharepoint 2010 Development for Dummies

2011-08-23T14:41:00.001-04:00

A much-needed guide that shows you how to leverage SharePoint tools without writing a line of code!
The great news about SharePoint is...you don't need to be a seasoned .NET developer to develop custom functions for it. This book shows you how to use SharePoint Designer, Report Builder, Dashboard Designer, InfoPath, Excel, Word, Visio, and the SharePoint web-based UI to design and develop--without ever writing a line of code! Learn how to customize your site, build SharePoint apps, start social networking, or add Web parts. This straightforward guide makes everything easier.Introduces you to SharePoint 2010 components and features, and how you can use them in developmentExplains useful development tools, including document libraries, lists, basic workflows, Excel, Visio, Visual Studio, InfoPath, and WordShows how to tap the tools of business users and analysts, such as SharePoint Designer, Report Builder, and Dashboard DesignerAlso covers topics for more experienced programmers, including SharePoint Object Model (OM), SharePoint Web Services, SharePoint Software Developer Kit (SDK), Silverlight, JavaScript, the .NET Framework, and Web Part development
Learn how to extend the functionality of the top enterprise portal and collaboration technology on the market with "SharePoint 2010 Development For Dummies." (Check Catalog)

Home Networking Do-It-Yourself for Dummies ( For Dummies (Computers)

2011-08-16T11:55:00.001-04:00

Step by step guide to connecting all your electronic devices into one network
A home network allows you to share Internet connections, photos, video, music, game consoles, printers, and other electronic gadgets. This do-it-yourself guide shows you step by step how to create a wired or wireless network in your home.
In the "For Dummies" tradition of making technology less intimidating, "Home Networking Do-It-Yourself For Dummies" breaks down the process into easy steps with clear instructions.Increasing broadband speeds, cellular technology, the explosive growth of iPhone sales, and the new Home Group feature in Windows 7 all contribute to a booming interest in home networkingThis step-by-step guide walks do-it-yourselfers through the process of setting up a wired or wireless network with Windows 7 and Windows VistaDemonstrates how to connect desktops or laptops, printers, a home server, a router, high-speed Internet access, a video game system, a telephone line, and entertainment peripheralsShows how to share files, music, and video, and connect to an iPhoneProvides maintenance and troubleshooting tips
"Home Networking Do-It-Yourself For Dummies" enables you to take advantage of everything a home network can offer without hiring a technology wizard. (Check Catalog)

Social Networking Spaces: From Facebook to Twitter and Everything in Between

2011-08-09T11:45:00.002-04:00

What the heck is Facebook? Twitter? Blogging? This book answers these questions and explains how to use a variety of social networking sites to keep in touch, stay in business, and have fun.
This book covers the main social networking spaces, and introduces some of the ways people are enjoying them within a family or business context. It includes information on posting pictures, using add-ons, and working with Facebook and LinkedIn groups. It also covers the phenomenon of Twitter, including how it has grown and the road ahead.
This book also covers how you can use the various networks together, such as sending a Twitter message that updates your Facebook status, or exporting your LinkedIn contact list and using it to invite people to Facebook. It also includes discussion of how to use social networks for both personal and business use, and how to keep them separate.How to use Facebook, Twitter, and other social networking sites for family, friends, and business How to make your sites talk to each other How to make the most of social networking and stay out of trouble -->What youll learn-->Learn why people have been flocking to these social media sites. Discover how these sites can help you communicate with friends and family. Put that digital camera to use with Facebook and Flickr photo albums and Twitpics. Learn how you can use these sites to promote your business. Learn how to keep your business and personal life separate online. Learn how you can do all this while staying safe online. -->Who this book is for-->
Social Networking Spaces is for anyone wondering how social networking works, and how to use it to stay in touch, make friends and business contacts, and build an online presence. -->Table of Contents-->Carpe Diem! Capture, Preserve, and ShareYour Adventures on Social Networks What the Heck Is Facebook? Getting Started with Facebook Capturing Your Story on FacebookBranching Out: Facebook Pages and Facebook Advertising What the Heck Is Twitter? Making the Most of Your TweetsWhat the Heck Is a Blog?Designing and Sharing Your BlogUsing Flickr to Share PicturesWatching and Sharing Video on Youtube What the Heck Is LinkedIn? Using LinkedIn to Strengthen Your Career Support Network What the Heck Is MySpace? Meetup: The Original Social Network 16: What the Heck Is Ning? Exploring 3D Virtual Worlds: Second Life Going Global: Connecting with People in Other Countriesand Languages, with Google Translate and Google Multilingual Chat-- (Check Catalog)

Teach Yourself Visually Macs ( Teach Yourself Visually )

2011-08-02T11:41:00.000-04:00

Visual coverage of the latest Apple hardware and software, including the most popular programs
Fully updated to cover all the latest changes and features that Macs have to offer, "Teach Yourself VISUALLY Macs, 2nd Edition" aims at helping visual learners get the most from their Mac hardware and software. Whether you're switching from a Windows machine to a Mac or you're a veteran Mac user looking to maximize all that your system has to offer, this visual guide walks you through everything from managing your photos in iPhoto, creating award worthy home movies with iMovie, browsing the Web with Safari, exploring the ever growing iTunes store, and syncing popular mobile devices like an iPhone or iPad.Targets visual learners interested in getting the most from their MacBoasts full-color screen shots and illustrations as well as straightforward, step-by-step instructionsDemonstrates how to manage your photos in iPhoto, create movies with iMovie, browse the Web, explore the iTunes store, and sync up with an iPhone or iPadWalks you through basic productivity, maintenance, and troubleshooting for a MacTransitions you from working with a PC to a Mac
"Teach Youself VISUALLY Macs, 2nd Edition" puts you well on your way to confidently making the most of your Mac. (Check Catalog)

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Microsoft Excel 2010 2-In-1 [With CDROM] ( Complete Idiot's Guides (Computers) )

2011-07-26T11:31:00.001-04:00

An essential upgrade for Excel skills.
"The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Excel 2010 2-in-1" is a special volume/CDROM combination, providing both beginner and advanced Excel users the tools necessary to navigate the latest features of the 2010 edition.
? Excel 2010 is a significant update from Excel 2007
? CD-ROM features a 90-minute video tutorial by the author, guiding readers step-by-step through Excel's basic operations
? CD-ROM also includes sample data files designed to save readers time in populating spreadsheets necessary for charting and data analysis exercises
? Book covers all major functions of Excel, including using templates, formatting and styling, creating and editing charts, grouping, filtering, and outlining data, troubleshooting, and much more (Check Catalog)

Teach Yourself Visually PCs

2011-07-19T11:51:00.001-04:00

PCs made easy for visual learners
Beginning computer users who want to see visually how things are done will learn quickly and easily with this full-color, step-by-step guide. Screen shots show clearly what you will see at each step, and numbered instructions guide you through dozens of common PC tasks. You'll learn all the basics, plus some intermediate topics including how to use multimedia applications, the Internet, wireless technologies, Windows 7, Office 2010, mobile devices, and key security processes.Computer literacy is essential in today's world; this full-color guide makes it easy for visual learners to get up to speed quicklyCovers basic operating procedures, hardware and software, Windows 7, networks, the Internet, wireless devices, using multimedia applications, Office 2010, syncing with mobile devices, virus protection, and much moreEach lesson is fully illustrated with screen shots and numbered, step-by-step instructions
If you learn best when someone shows you how it's done, "Teach Yourself VISUALLY PCs" is the computer book you've been looking for. (Check Catalog)

Office 2011 for Mac All-In-One for Dummies

2011-07-12T11:46:00.000-04:00

Get up to speed on the revolutionary changes in Office for the Mac
The 2011 version of the Microsoft Office productivity suite for the Mac sports major changes from what Mac users are accustomed to. This soup-to-nuts guide gets the Mac crowd up to date quickly and easily. Individual minibooks thoroughly cover the Project Gallery, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook (new for Mac), and the Project Center. You'll learn how the new Office integrates with the Windows version, how to use and customize the new Ribbon interface, and much more.Office for Mac is the most popular office productivity suite for the Mac, used by 1.5 to 2 million peopleThe new version includes new features such as the Ribbon interface, Outlook (which replaces Entourage), and greater integration with the Windows versionCovers everything you'll want to know about the Project Gallery, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and the Project Center
With "Office 2011 for Mac All-in-One For Dummies," you'll be ready to use the newest version of Office like a pro. (Check Catalog)

Microsoft Office 2011 for Mac for Dummies ( For Dummies (Computers) )

2011-07-05T11:40:00.001-04:00

Get started with Office 2011 for Mac and discover the creative possibilities
The leading suite of productivity software for the Mac, Microsoft Office helps users complete common business tasks, including word processing, e-mail, presentations, financial analysis, and much more. "Office 2011 for Mac For Dummies" is the perfect companion for Microsoft Office for Mac users upgrading to the newest version, new computer users, and those who may have switched from the Windows version of Office. Written by one of the most popular gurus in the Mac community, Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus, the book explains every 2011 application so you can become savvy in no time.Addresses ways to refine and edit documents with WordExplains how to add pizzazz to your slide shows with PowerPointGuides you through crunching numbers and data with ExcelDemonstrates how to send, receive, and manage your e-mail on OutlookEncourages you to organize your contact information, schedule your time, and more
With "Office 2011 for Mac For Dummies," you'll learn everything you need to know to make the most of Office on your Mac! (Check Catalog)

Building a Wordpress Blog People Want to Read (2ND ed.)

2011-06-28T11:35:00.001-04:00

Having your own blog isn't just for the nerdy anymore. Today, it seems everyone--from multinational corporations to a neighbor up the street--has a blog. They all have one, in part, because the folks at WordPress make it easy to have one. But to actually build a good blog--to create a blog people want to read--takes thought, planning, and some effort. From picking a theme and using tags to choosing widgets and building a community, creating your blog really starts after you've set it up.
In "Building a WordPress Blog People Want to Read" by blogger extraordinaire Scott McNulty, you'll learn how to:
Install and get your WordPress site running.Set up your site to ensure it can easily grow with you and your readers.Be the master of user accounts.Manage your site with the WordPress Dashboard and extend its capabilities with plug-ins.Make the most of images.Work with pages, templates, and links and--of course--publish your posts.Use custom post types and taxonomies to bend WordPress to your will.Deal with comments--if you even want readers commenting at all.Find a theme and make it your own. (Check Catalog)

Wordpress All-In-One for Dummies

2011-06-21T11:31:00.001-04:00

A convenient how-to guide for maximizing your WordPress experience
WordPress is a state-of-the-art blog publishing platform with nearly ten million active installations. Eight minibooks provide you with expanded coverage of the most important topics to the WordPress community, such as WordPress basics, theme designs, plug-in development, social media integration, SEO, customization, and running multiple sites. Veteran author Lisa Sabin-Wilson leads an authoritative team of authors who offer their unique knowledge and skillset while sharing invaluable advice for maximizing your site's potential and visitor experience.Presents straightforward and easy-to-understand coverage of the basics of WordPress, the most popular blog software in use todayDelves into the topics that matter most to the WordPress community, such as theme design, plug-in development, and social media integrationAddresses ways to handle a variety of WordPress security issuesExamines the WordPress network
The word on the street is that "WordPress All-in-One For Dummies" presents everything you need to know about WordPress in one convenient book! (Check Catalog)

HTML5 Step by Step [With Access Code] ( Step by Step (Microsoft) )

2011-06-14T11:26:00.000-04:00

With this practical hands-on tutorial, programmers will learn how to use HTML5 markup to add video, offline capabilities, 2-D graphics, and more to their Web pages--without relying on plug-ins or other technologies. (Check Catalog)

Teach Yourself Visually iPad ( Teach Yourself Visually )

2011-06-07T11:20:00.001-04:00

Whether your interests veer towards movies, games, books, or music--the iPad is "the" computing device for dazzling graphics, crisp and clear audio, and effortless portability. If ever there existed a device that demanded a reading companion for the visual learner, it's the iPad--and this resource is perfectly suited for the visual audience. Veteran "VISUAL" author Lonzell Watson walks you through all the features unique to the iPad and shows you how to download books, apps, music, and video content, as well as send photos and e-mails. Plus, you'll discover how to sync the iPad with other Apple devices in order to provide you with the ultimate user experience.Provides you with the ultimate visual learning guide for the ultimate visual computing device: the Apple iPadDemonstrates how to get the most from the iPad's unparalleled ability to offer amazing graphics, crisp audio, and light-weight portabilityAddresses the iPad's ability to work with all 140,000+ applications in Apple's acclaimed App StoreWalks you through downloading books, applications, music, and videos; sending photos and e-mails; and using the multi-touch display feature
"Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPad" is the only visual resource you need for learning the exciting features that will make you mad for the iPad! (Check Catalog)

iPad Fully Loaded

2011-05-31T11:09:00.001-04:00

Alan knows--and he's telling! All about your iPad.
It's an iPod. It's an e-reader. It's an instant classic. And now you can discover all the secrets to this dazzling device, thanks to Alan Hess. You may think you already know your iPad inside and out, until Alan shows you how to write your own books, stream your iTunes, view comic book files, and transfer photos with Eye-Fi. He provides all the tips and techniques you need to get the absolute most out of your iPad. Figure you already get all things iPad? Don't count on it--until you read this book!
Browse through the iBooksStore and start speed e-reading
Catch all the news from traditional sources and news aggregator apps like Pulse and Flipboard
Get all your photos exactly where--and how--you want them to be
Create documents, crunch numbers, work on presentations--and iWork from the beach!
Access your files on the go with Dropbox and read just about any file with GoodReader
Get more out of--and into--your iPad than you ever thought possible ( Check Catalog)

Microsoft Office 2011 for Mac ( Visual QuickStart Guides )

2011-05-24T11:55:00.001-04:00

Visual QuickStart Guides, designed in an attractive tutorial and reference format, are the quickest, easiest, and most thorough way to learn applications, tasks, and technologies. The Visual QuickStart Guides are a smart choice and guide the learner in a friendly and respectful tone. Visually presented with copious screenshots, the focused discussions by topic and tasks make learning a breeze and quickly take you to exactly what you want to learn.
"Microsoft Office 2011 for Macintosh: Visual QuickStart Guide," written by best-selling author Steve Schwartz, has been extensively rewritten to provide expanded coverage of the core Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, provides in-depth instructions on many of the new features and changes introduced in Office 2011, and offers a thorough introduction to the Office Web Apps. Coverage of each application is jam-packed with information and tips that not only explain HOW to perform a task, but WHY you need this procedure and WHEN it's best to use it. (Check Catalog)

PowerPoint 2010 All-In-One for Dummies ( For Dummies (Computers)

2011-05-17T11:50:00.001-04:00

A fully updated guide to creating dynamic presentations with PowerPoint 2010
PowerPoint dominates the presentation landscape. With the changes in PowerPoint 2010, including the availability of an online version, PowerPoint users need this comprehensive reference to make the most of the program.
"PowerPoint 2010 All-in-One For Dummies" features in-depth coverage of the elements and the process involved in creating knockout presentations. Seven minibooks cover all the new 2010 features, providing a great education for beginners and showing PowerPoint veterans lots of new tricks.PowerPoint is the leading presentation software used in business and education; new features in PowerPoint 2010 include an online version and expanded audiovisual capabilitiesSeven self-contained minibooks cover getting started; building a presentation; tables, charts, and diagrams; graphics and shapes; adding audio, video, and animation; giving the presentation; and PowerPoint for power usersExplains how to use the interface and tools and shows how to represent data visually for greater impactProvides important tips on adding the human element when making a presentationGives advanced users advice on creating templates, collaboration, automation, and more
"PowerPoint 2010 All-in-One For Dummies" gets novices up to speed and helps experienced users take their skills to the next level. (Check Catalog)

Excel 2010 All-In-One for Dummies ( For Dummies (Computers) )

2011-05-10T11:44:00.000-04:00

A comprehensive, up-to-date, user-friendly guide to Excel 2010
Excel is the standard for spreadsheet applications and is used worldwide, but it's not always user-friendly. That makes it a perfect "For Dummies" topic, and this handy all-in-one guide covers all the essentials, the new features, how to analyze data with Excel, and much more.
Eight minibooks address Excel basics, worksheet design, formulas and functions, worksheet collaboration and review, charts and graphics, data management, data analysis, and Excel and VBA.Excel is the leading spreadsheet/data analysis software and is used throughout the world; the newest revision includes upgraded tools and a redesigned interfaceFor Dummies books are the bestselling guides to Excel, with more than three million copies soldExcel 2010 All-in-One For Dummies covers the changes in the newest version as well as familiar tasks, such as creating and editing worksheets, setting up formulas, and performing statistical functionsEight self-contained minibooks cover the basics, worksheet design, formulas and functions, worksheet collaboration, presenting data in charts and graphics, data management, data analysis, and creating macros with VBA.
Newcomers to Excel as well as veterans who just want to learn the latest version will find "Excel 2010 All-in-One For Dummies" has everything they need to know. (Check Catalog)

More Windows 7 for Seniors ( Studio Visual Steps )

2011-05-03T11:38:00.000-04:00

Geared toward older adults who want more information about managing their own computers using Windows' latest operating system, this reference demonstrates how to personalize and configure Windows 7 and how to install and remove programs. Other new lessons ... (Check Catalog)

Windows 7 for Seniors: For Everyone Who Wants to Learn to Use the Computer at a Later Age

2011-04-26T11:31:00.001-04:00

The ultimate starting point for senior citizens who want to learn how to use a personal computer, this reference guides users through the basics of the Windows 7 operating system with easy-to-read large print and numerous screenshots. Seniors can work through the book at their own pace while sitting at the computer, learning how to write letters and memos, send and receive e-mail, explore the World Wide Web, and customize computer settings. The information is suitable for users with Windows 7, Internet Explorer 8, and Outlook Express. (Check Catalog)

Social Engineering: The Art of Human Hacking

2011-04-19T17:08:00.000-04:00

The first book to reveal and dissect the technical aspect of many social engineering maneuvers
From elicitation, pretexting, influence and manipulation all aspects of social engineering are picked apart, discussed and explained by using real world examples, personal experience and the science behind them to unraveled the mystery in social engineering.
Kevin Mitnick--one of the most famous social engineers in the world--popularized the term "social engineering." He explained that it is much easier to trick someone into revealing a password for a system than to exert the effort of hacking into the system. Mitnick claims that this social engineering tactic was the single-most effective method in his arsenal. This indispensable book examines a variety of maneuvers that are aimed at deceiving unsuspecting victims, while it also addresses ways to prevent social engineering threats.Examines social engineering, the science of influencing a target to perform a desired task or divulge informationArms you with invaluable information about the many methods of trickery that hackers use in order to gather information with the intent of executing identity theft, fraud, or gaining computer system accessReveals vital steps for preventing social engineering threats
"Social Engineering: The Art of Human Hacking" does its part to prepare you against nefarious hackers--now you can do your part by putting to good use the critical information within its pages. (Check Catalog)

Windows 7 for Dummies

2011-04-12T17:12:00.001-04:00

The perfect plain-English guide to the much-anticipated release of Windows 7
"Windows For Dummies" is the all-time bestselling guide to the Windows operating system. "Windows 7 For Dummies" answers all your questions about the interface adjustments and all the new tools in Windows 7.
Whether you're new to computers or just eager to start using the newest version of Windows, expert author Andy Rathbone will walk you step by step through the most common Windows 7 tasks, including managing files, applications, media, and Internet access. If you've never used Windows before, it shows you the things most books assume you already know, like how to navigate the interface, customize the desktop, and work with the file system. Then it helps you get comfortable using all aspects of Windows 7.Nearly ninety percent of the world's PCs use the Windows operating systemCovers basic management of applications, files, and data; creating and printing documents; setting up an Internet connection and e-mail account; and online securityExplores using Windows to edit and manage audio, video, and photo files, and how to create CDs, DVDs, and playlists with Media CenterHelps you tweak and customize Windows 7 to operate your way and set up user accounts, build a home network, and maintain your PCProvides troubleshooting advice, helps you find missing files and use the Help system, and explains common error messages
"Windows 7 For Dummies" will have you up and running on the newest version of Windows quickly and easily. (Check Catalog)

No Stress Tech Guide to Microsoft Works 9

2011-04-05T14:41:00.001-04:00

This guide is intended for new users of Microsoft Works 9 or for users upgrading from a previous version. Topics are presented with step-by-step instructions in five parts: Works overview, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and organization. Over 500 screen shots and illustrations illuminate the processes, while the instructions are easy to follow for even the most technologically uninspired student. (Check Catalog)

HTML, XHTML, & CSS All-in-One for Dummies

2011-03-29T13:00:00.001-04:00

Explains the basics of HTML, XHTML, and CSS, covering such topics as AJAX, client-side programming with JavaScript, server-based programming with PHP, MySQL, and web design. (Check Catalog)

Sams Teach Yourself Web Publishing With HTML and CSS in One Hour a Day

2011-03-22T12:46:00.001-04:00

This step-by-step tutorial covers not only how to achieve certain effects, but why and when to use them, with advice on how to structure a website overall, not just the words on each page. Readers should have experience using the web and basic knowledge of how it works. The book begins with basics of HTML and CSS, then moves on to more advanced topics such as graphics, video, interactivity with JavaScript, and going live on the web. An appendix offers ten pages of resources for further information on 17 specific topics. This sixth edition is revised to cover HTML5 and other new developments in web technologies. Lemay has written other computer tutorials. Colburn is a software developer. (Check Catalog)

The Complete Idiot's Guide to iPad and iPhone App Development

2011-03-15T12:22:00.001-04:00

The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Developing iPhone(tm) Apps is the perfect introduction for aspiring iPhone(tm) app creators, offering a step-by-step approach exploring all of the tools and key aspects of programming using the iPhone(tm) software development kit, including getting the finished product distributed through the App Store.(Check Catalog)

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Facebook

2011-03-08T12:01:00.001-05:00

Facebook is not as user-friendly as the service would like people to think. As a result, it leaves many users scratching their heads over even the most fundamental features. The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Facebook gets readers registered and touring Facebook in the very first chapter and never lets up as it reveals the features that have made Facebook the number one social networking platform. (Check Catalog)

Mobile Web Design for Dummies

2011-03-01T11:44:00.001-05:00

Looks at how to creat an effective mobile Web page, covering the challenges of adapting an existing site to mobile and tips and techniques to consider when designing for a mobile device's small screen. (Check Catalog)

Using Microsoft Publisher 2010

2011-02-22T11:58:00.003-05:00

Written to be accessible to all, this book/online guide offers step-by-step instructions and b&w screenshots to guide readers through Publisher, covering designs and layouts, longer documents, tables, printing, publishing online, and bulk mailing. In addition to step-by-step directions, the book also gives a general overview of the interaction between Publisher and Microsoft Word. The companion website offers video walkthroughs of everything from creating a textbox to creating a website. The website also provides audio/podcast 'sidebars' of design ideas, tips for using spreadsheet data in Publisher, and considerations for commercial printing. Posey has received Microsoft's MVP award seven times. (Check Catalog)

Using Microsoft Powerpoint 2010

2011-02-15T11:54:00.001-05:00

Filled with illustrations, this practical manual covers editing, formatting and making presentations, as well as techniques for working with images, charts, shapes and animation. Due to the ever growing use of audio and video insertion, eighteen pages are devoted to this subject, many exploring new video editing features. Creation of video presentations is covered, along with Web uploading, and downloading presentations to a portable device. Includes access to a web edition featuring video tutorials and audio sidebars. (Check Catalog)

Using Microsoft Excel 2010

2011-02-08T20:30:00.001-05:00

Intended for beginners, this guide identifies the differences among the Excel versions and explains how to customize the Excel Ribbon interface, enter and format data in Excel, perform calculations with formulas, sort and filter data, and create charts to graphically portray data. A companion website provides video tutorials and audio recordings about specific features. (Check Catalog)

Digital Revolutionaries: The Men and Women Who Brought Computing to Life

2011-02-01T19:55:00.002-05:00

In the beginning, there was the computer. And it was big. As big as a room. Sometimes as big as a house. Early computers required teams of white-coated scientists to keep them running, yet one of those giant behemoths could not match the computing power of a single microchip today. From the first massive computers to today's nanotechnology, DIGITAL REVOLUTIONARIES offers a guided tour of the history of computers and a celebration of the human ingenuity that led the world from ENIAC to iMAC. (Check Catalog)

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Google Chrome and Chrome OS

2011-01-25T19:48:00.001-05:00

The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Google Chrome OS presents readers with a clear overview of Google's free operating system-targeting users of netbook computers and allowing them to work primarily on the web- including how to send e-mail, work with pictures, save and manage files, use common office applications as well as more specialized programs, and deal with problems. (Check Catalog)

Using LinkedIn

2011-01-18T19:43:00.002-05:00

This book/online guide's step-by-step instructions and b&w screenshots are simple enough to get all readers started using LinkedIn quickly. Readers will learn how to create a profile, develop a network, search for people and jobs, manage recommendations, and participate in groups. The book's companion website offers video walkthroughs of tasks like importing Webmail contacts and searching for recruiters, plus audio/podcast 'sidebars' on topics such as LinkedIn advertising opportunities. The website also offers updates on new LinkedIn features. Rutledge is a business technology author and consultant. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) (Check Catalog)

Dreamweaver CS5: The Missing Manual

2011-01-11T19:36:00.001-05:00

A guide to the Web design program covers such topics as text formatting, Cascading Style Sheets, links, images, tables, page layout, HTML, forms, and site management.(Check Catalog)

Microsoft Excel 2010 Plain & Simple

2011-01-04T19:12:00.002-05:00

Get the guide that makes learning Microsoft Excel 2010 plain and simple! This full color, no-nonsense book shows you the quickest ways to solve a problem or learn a skill, using easy-to-follow steps and concise, straightforward language. You'll analyze, manage, and share information in more ways than ever before.
Here's WHAT you'll learn: Manage your financial data and personal expenses Get started quickly with prebuilt templates Create formulas and functions to do the hard work Sort, filter, update, and copy your data Use charts and graphics to bring data to life Collaborate with colleagues by sharing spreadsheets online
Here's HOW you'll learn it: Jump in whenever you need answers Easy-to-follow STEPS and SCREENSHOTS show exactly what to do Handy TIPS teach new techniques and shortcuts Quick TRY THIS! exercises help apply what you learn right away (Check Catalog)

Adobe Photoshop CS5 for Photographers: A Professional Image Editor's Guide to the Creative Use of Photoshop for the Macintosh and PC (Paperback)

2010-12-28T10:31:00.000-05:00

An introduction to the latest version of Adobe Photoshop furnishes information on the latest enhancements and features of the graphics editing tool, along with practical techniques, real-life applications, and keyboard shortcuts.(Check Catalog)

100% Photoshop: Create Stunning Illustrations Without Using Any Photographs (Paperback)

2010-12-21T10:29:00.001-05:00

Describes how to use the tools in Adobe Photoshop to create digital artwork that does not start with a photograph, and provides step-by-step instructions for drawing interiors, everyday objects, and fantasy and science fiction themes.(Check Catalog)

The Yahoo! Style Guide: the Ultimate Sourcebook for Writing, Editing, and Creating Content for the Digital World (Paperback)

2010-12-14T10:27:00.000-05:00

An authoritative guide to Web style elements by the leading Internet site provides coverage of grammar and punctuation as well as online-specific details, from targeting an audience and writing clearly to streamlining for mobile devices and maximizing search result inclusion.(Check Catalog)

Laptops for Dummies (Paperback)

2010-12-07T10:20:00.001-05:00

Laptops For Dummies, 4th Edition covers the many issues unique to laptops include synchronizing with the desktop, coordinating email pickup between two machines, remote access to the desktop, networking, power management, storage, and especially laptop security. The 4^th Edition provides a general update to cover new technology, current processors available, and steps to update memory and hard drive capacities; includes more information on connectivity and communication; interfaces between laptops; add-ons; networking procedures; information specific to professionals working on the road; and more. The 4^th Edition also features Windows 7 as well as other laptop-friendly operating systems.(Check Catalog)

Beginning Mac OS X Snow Leopard Server: From Solo Install to Enterprise Integration (Paperback)

2010-12-02T10:17:00.000-05:00

Publisher's Description -
This book is intended for those who need to get things done with Mac OS X Server 10.6. As such, you can use this book two ways. Those new to Mac OS X Server can read straight through the entire book, and by the end should feel competent to administer any Mac server thrown their way. For those with some knowledge of Mac OS X Server, or perhaps a thorough knowledge of other Unix-based servers, the book is arranged by tasks so that you can either start reading at any point, skipping material you already know, or pick and choose the chapters you'll find most helpful to your own work or system needs. This task-oriented approach also makes the book useful as a general reference for all aspects of Mac OS X Server.
Throughout the book, special emphasis is given to the new features of the latest release, Mac OS X Server 10.6, aka Snow Leopard Server. For instance, you'll find out how to integrate an iPhone with Mac OS X Server using the new Mobile Access features, or how to install an SSL certificate in the web service, Apache.

Task-oriented approach to server administration makes it easy to find and accomplish what needs to get done
Thorough subject coverage including workflows for Mac OS X Snow Leopard Server GUI-level features, command-line features, and alternatives
Features introductory material for new administrators, emphasis on new features for upgrading to Snow Leopard Server, and more advanced material for experienced IT and enterprise administrators who want to get the most out of Mac OS X Snow Leopard Server

What you'll learn

The key features of Mac OS X Server, including new services such as mobile access for iPhone integration and Address Book Server
The most efficient approach to suit your working style, including GUI and command-line alternatives
When to call on third-party products where no Apple products are available
Integration strategies for a range of network and server configurations
How to enable each required service and all of their services from start to finish

Who is this book for?

This book is for administrators interested in a complete course on Mac OS X Snow Leopard Server, including first-time Mac OS X Server admins, admins upgrading from older versions, and experienced Unix or Mac admins who want to master all aspects of Apple's newest Server software. (Check Catalog)

The Photoshop Elements 8 Book for Digital Photographers (Paperback)

2010-11-30T20:46:00.000-05:00

Publisher's Description - Best-selling author Scott Kelby pairs up again with Matt Kloskowski to deliver the definitive book on using Photoshop Elements 8 to create the best possible images. With this newest release of Photoshop Elements, Scott and Matt show readers how to work with their images like a pro, from importing to organization to correction to output. Readers will learn all they need to know about the digital photography workflow, as well as the latest industry secrets to help them create the best special effects, apply the most useful sharpening techniques, and avoid many of the common hassles and problems that are encountered in digital photography (such as digital noise and color halos). (Check Catalog)

Microsoft SharePoint 2010 for Dummies (Paperback) by Williams, Vanessa L.

2010-10-27T16:33:00.000-04:00

Offers instructions and focused coverage of this powerful tool, including using and customizing team sites, hosting a public-facing site, branding and designing a website, and using the search and business intelligence features. (Check Catalog)

Photoshop Elements 8 in Easy Steps: For Windows and Mac (Paperback) by Vandome, Nick

2010-10-19T13:51:00.000-04:00

Photoshop Elements is the number one selling photo editing software, and Photoshop Elements 8 in Easy Steps gives readers everything they need to know to use its full power. From editing and displaying to sharing images, it’s all here. The book looks at obtaining images, color enhancements, and techniques such as skin tone adjustment, cloning, and removing flaws and blemishes. There are also sections on quick fixes and quickly selecting and editing areas of a photo, as well as removing unwanted objects in any scene. The book also covers Elements’ stunning special features, including improved effects, color-coordinated layouts, animated slideshows, dynamic online galleries, photo emails, and fun flip-books. It also shows how to use Photoshop.com, to enhance, store, and share images. From key new tools for quickly applying editing effects to merging information from multiple photos, Photoshop Elements in Easy Steps makes readers pro photo editors in no time. (Check Catalog)

Office 2010 Simplified

2010-09-21T20:26:00.000-04:00

Offers the easiest way to learn about a particular topic, featuring large illustrations or screen shots perfect for the visual learner who likes concise guides that show, rather than tell, how to do something.
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Laptops All-in-One for Dummies

2010-09-18T12:12:00.000-04:00

Each book covers all the necessary information a beginner needs to know about a particular topic, providing an index for easy reference and using the series' signature set of symbols to clue the reader in to key topics, categorized under such titles as Tip, Remember, Warning!, Technical Stuff and True Story.
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Blogging All-in-One for Dummies

2010-09-08T12:47:00.000-04:00

Teach Yourself Visually Powerpoint 2010

2010-08-20T16:22:00.001-04:00

Offers advice on using the business presentation software to create transparencies and handouts, publish presentations on the Internet, and create timesaving macros.

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Rocket Surgery Made Easy: The Do-it-Yourself Guide to Finding and Fixing Usability Problems

2010-08-02T10:25:00.001-04:00

Spells out an approach to usability testing that anyone can easily apply to his or her own website, application or other product, in a book that explains how to test any design, keep one's focus on finding the most important problems and fix the problems one finds using the author's "the least you can do" approach.
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Laptops for Seniors in Easy Steps- Windows 7 Edition: For the over 50s

2010-08-02T10:25:00.000-04:00

Laptops have often been seen as the domain mainly of students and business people. However, they're also excellent for senior users their mobility means they can be used anywhere---to surf the Web and to keep in touch with family and friends.

Laptops for Seniors in Easy Steps demonstrates that the over 50s can have the freedom to take their computing and wireless technology with them at all times and be fully paid up members of the mobile computing revolution. Wherever you see one of these icons you know there's a handy tip to spice up your learning, flag something to remember or ward you away from potential dangers.
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Teach Yourself Visually Access 2010

2010-07-26T14:34:00.001-04:00

Each illustrated resource offers visual learners a great beginner's guide to a particular topic, augmenting step-by-step instructions with full-color screen shots.
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Office 2010 for Dummies

2010-07-26T14:34:00.000-04:00

Your Office iscalling! And you're inluck, because this helpful guide walks you step-by-step through the various parts of the Office suite. In no time you'll be mastering the Ribbon interface, working with Word, crunching numbers with Excel, making your point with PowerPoint, organizing your life with Outlook, and using Access like a pro.
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Microsoft Office Excel 2010 Quicksteps

2010-07-19T10:56:00.001-04:00

Wildflowers of Cork City and County is a stimulating, contemporary account of the flora and habitats of Ireland's largest county. A handsome mix of photography and information, this work is comprehensive and enjoyable, an enduring contribution to an understanding of our flora.

Beginning with an account of the recording of Cork flora since 1745, the book goes on to describe the floristic features of the county and city, with each chapter focusing on a specific habitat. Modern and historical botanical studies are combined to describe the particular species of each habitat, while plants unique to a habitat are highlighted. Attention is also drawn to species with special features, culinary and medicinal uses, distinctively scented or highly poisonous. Cork City and Cork Harbour are each accorded their own chapter, given their remarkable floral and ecological diversity. Over 1,200 plant species and hybrids (both native and naturalised) are included in this work.

Wildflowers of Cork City and County provides a wealth of botanical data for both the professional botanist and enthusiastic amateur. No one with an interest in Ireland's flora should be without this book-a classic of its kind.

Star using Excel 2010 right way---the QuickSteps way. Color screenshots and clear instructions make it easy to ramp up on the latest release of Microsoft's powerful spreadsheet application. Follow along and quickly learn how to create workbooks, enter and edit data, use formulas and functions, create charts and tables, analyze data, extend Excel, and more. Get up to speed on Excel 2010 in no time with help from this practical, fast-paced guide.
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Microsoft Office Powerpoint 2010 Quicksteps

2010-07-19T10:56:00.000-04:00

Start using PowerPoint 2010 right away---the QuickSteps way. Color screenshots and clear instructions make it easy to ramp up on the latest release of Microsoft's powerful presentation application. Follow along and quickly learn how to create great-looking slides, add text, tables, charts, graphics, sound, and video, and deliver a polished presentation guaranteed to impress. Get up to speed on PowerPoint 2010 in no time with help from this practical, fast-paced guide.
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Microsoft Office Word 2010 Quicksteps

2010-06-29T10:44:00.000-04:00

Start using Word 2010 right away---the QuickSteps way. Color screenshots and clear instructions make it easy to ramp up on the latest release of Microsoft's powerful word processing application. Follow along and quickly learn how to create and format documents, add tables, charts, and graphics, use mail merge, collaborate with others, save Word documents as web pages, and much more. Get up to speed on Word 2010 in no time with help from this practical, fast-paced guide.
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Teach Yourself Visually Excel 2010

2010-06-23T17:05:00.000-04:00

Each illustrated resource offers visual learners a great beginner's guide to a particular topic, augmenting step-by-step instructions with full-color screen shots.
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Teach Yourself Visually Word 2010

2010-06-23T17:04:00.000-04:00

Each illustrated resource offers visual learners a great beginner's guide to a particular topic, augmenting step-by-step instructions with full-color screen shots. Check Catalog

Word 2010 Simplified

2010-06-16T12:51:00.000-04:00

Excel 2010 Simplified

2010-06-10T14:18:00.000-04:00

Computer Security: 20 Things Every Employee Should Know

2010-06-07T11:46:00.000-04:00

Securing corporate resources and data in the workplace is everyone’s responsibility. Corporate IT security strategies are only as good as the employee’s awareness of his or her role in maintaining that strategy. This book presents the risks, responsibilities, and liabilities (known and unknown) of which every employee should be aware, as well as simple protective steps to keep corporate data and systems secure. Inside this easy-to-follow guide, you’ll find 20 lessons you can use to ensure that you are doing your part to protect corporate systems and privileged data. The topics covered include:

Phishing and spyware
Identity theft
Workplace access
Passwords
Viruses and malware
Remote access
E-mail
Web surfing and Internet use
Instant messaging
Personal firewalls and patches
Hand-held devices
Data backup
Management of sensitive information
Social engineering tactics
Use of corporate resources

Ben Rothke, CISSP, CISM, is a New York City-based senior security consultant with ThruPoint, Inc. He has more than 15 years of industry experience in the area of information systems security and privacy.
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Teach Yourself Visually Office 2010

2010-05-24T12:13:00.000-04:00

Each illustrated resource offers visual learners a great beginner's guide to a particular topic, augmenting step-by-step instructions with full-color screen shots.
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Photoshop Elements 8: Top 100 Simplified Tips & Tricks

2010-05-13T11:15:00.000-04:00

Provides instructions for one hundred tasks for Adobe Photoshop Elements 8, covering such topics as adjusting images, working with RAW photographs, choosing local control features, creating adjustment layers, sizing and sharpening photographs, and using plug-ins.
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Teach Yourself Visually MAC OS X Snow Leopard

2010-05-09T13:59:00.000-04:00

Explains how to use the latest version of the operating system to work with files, customize a computer, and explore applications, using full-color screenshots and step-by-step instructions to get users up and running quickly while detailing the new features of the system.
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Excel 2007 VBA Macro Programming

2010-05-04T13:32:00.000-04:00

Develop powerful, custom Excel applications using Visual Basic for Applications

Designed for power users, this unique resource helps you maximize the features and functionality of Excel. The book covers Excel VBA programming and application development--from the fundamentals to advanced techniques.

Twenty-one real-world projects--complete with working code--walk you step-by-step through the process of creating Excel VBA macros. New content includes coverage of the Ribbon, XML, pivot tables, and cubes.

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Sams Teach Yourself Wordpress in 10 Minutes

2010-04-27T12:48:00.000-04:00

Sams Teach Yourself WordPress in 10 Minutes gives you straightforward, practical answers when you need fast results. By working through its 10-minute lessons, you’ll learn everything you need to build great blogs with WordPress and WordPress.org, and reach any audience by web browser, RSS, or cell phone!
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Beginning Database Design: From Novice to Professional

2010-04-19T11:28:00.000-04:00

A guide to database design covers such topics as developing a data model, inheritance, normalization, queries, the user interface, and object-oriented implementations.
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Create Your Own Blog: 6 Easy Projects to Start Blogging Like a Pro

2010-04-13T13:06:00.000-04:00

Hussey (speaker, teacher, social media consultant, and long-time blogger) offers step-by-step guidance for creating a professional-quality blog. He takes it from the beginning with planning a first blog, installing and setting it up, and creating the conversation. He also discusses how to build an audience, create personal and business blogs, and podcasting and video blogs--not to mention how to make money with it.
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Microsoft Windows 7 on Demand

2010-04-13T13:04:00.000-04:00

This visual reference features a color layout, labeled color screenshots, and step-by-step instructions for 500 simple to advanced tasks in Windows 7. Each task is presented in no more than two facing pages, with sidebars, time-saving tips, and cross-references to related information. Workshop sections show how to combine tasks into in-depth projects, using real-world project files available on a companion web site. Icons in the table of contents and throughout the book note new features for Windows 7. There is also a guide to new features with compete descriptions. An appendix offers an overview of the Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist exam for Windows 7. Johnson has written many books on computer software.
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Absolute Beginner's Guide to Computer Basics

2010-04-13T13:01:00.000-04:00

After walking through the typical steps for setting up a personal computer in the home, this guide tours the Windows operating system and provides basic instructions for creating documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. Black and white screenshots illustrate how to surf the web with Internet Explorer, buy a product on eBay, watch videos on the web, send and receive email, connect with friends on social networks, organize digital photos, and play digital music. The fifth edition covers Windows 7 and adds chapters on Wikipedia, craigslist, and online banking.
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iPod Touch for Dummies

2010-04-13T12:41:00.000-04:00

Presents an introduction to the features and functions of the iPod Touch, covering such topics as personalization, using iTunes, using Safari to access the Internet, downloading apps, and playing games.
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Netbooks for Dummies

2010-04-13T12:39:00.000-04:00

A guide to notebook computers covers such topics as selecting a netbook, operating systems, networking, security, navigators, external storage, gadgets, backup, and storage and memory.
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Mac OS X Snow Leopard: The Missing Manual

2010-04-13T12:37:00.000-04:00

To supplement what he calls the "flimsy" Apple booklet and online help for MAC OS X 10.6, the seventh major version of Apple's Unix-based operating system, the New York Times computer columnist explains the basics and power features of the Snow Leopard refinement of Leopard MAC OX 10.5. The manual includes a cost-saving companion website (rather than a CD) where practice files and cited Web addresses and downloadable PDF documents may be found; and appendices on installation, troubleshooting, converting from Windows-to-Mac, resources, and the master "secret" keystroke list.
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Computers for Seniors for Dummies

2010-04-13T12:34:00.000-04:00

Provides information on the basics of computers, covering such topics as buying a computer, working with Windows 7, creating documents with Works, playing games, listening to music, exploring the Internet, using email, and computer security.
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Fix Your Own Computer for Seniors for Dummies

2010-04-11T15:25:00.000-04:00

A guide to older computer users explains how to upgrade and repair processors, memory, connections, drives, multimedia cards, and peripherals.
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Windows 7 for Seniors for Dummies

2010-04-11T15:23:00.000-04:00

What the book will cover: Working with the Start menu; customizing the desktop; managing printers and other external devices; setting up and connecting to simple networks; upgrading to Windows 7; protecting your data and your computer. Special areas of focus for seniors: Using the Internet; sending and receiving e-mail; uploading, editing and downloading pictures; viewing video; listening to music; playing games; connecting with family and friends via webcam and instant messenger.
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Laptops for Seniors for Dummies

2010-04-11T15:14:00.000-04:00

Wireless Home Networking in Easy Steps

2010-04-06T12:31:00.000-04:00

From understanding the basic jargon to setting up and choosing the best products for individual requirements, this handy guide covers every aspect of home networking. Using a simple, step-by-step approach and screenshots, author Bill Westhead explains how to secure and protect a network from unauthorized use and reduce the risk of network hijacking and identity theft. Also here are useful definitions of terms and a troubleshooting guide for identifying common problems with hardware, software, and configurations and quickly solving them.
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Windows 7 Tips & Techniques in Easy Steps: Secrets Revealed

2010-04-06T12:28:00.000-04:00

Presents a step-by-step guide offering a variety of tips and techniques to get the most out of Windows 7, covering such topics as startup, customization, security, Internet, email, and multimedia.

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