Shortcuts for Computer Learning for Middle-Aged and Elderly People (2nd Edition) (1 Multimedia CD)

Author: Jiang Haiying
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: This book is specifically written for the needs of the elderly, explaining the basic use of computers. It covers understanding the functions of each part of the computer, mastering basic operations, writing articles, creating tables, keeping accounts, calculating expenses, sending emails, reading news, chatting, playing chess, booking tickets, consulting medical advice, browsing photos on the computer, editing photos, and creating photo albums. It also includes tips for handling simple problems. The book is fully illustrated, and following the instructions in the book guarantees 100% completion. The examples provided are representative and closely related to the daily lives of the elderly, featuring content that is familiar and enjoyable. It also includes a companion multimedia CD-ROM, allowing you to learn computers as if watching TV.
This book is tailored to the characteristics of middle-aged and elderly readers, starting from practical operations and explaining practical and basic computer skills in a step-by-step manner. It includes more than 40 application techniques: turning the computer on and off; using the mouse and keyboard; switching input methods; managing files and folders; online entertainment, chatting, and sending/receiving emails; editing, enhancing, and creating photo albums with digital photos; arranging documents using the Word software; managing finances with the Excel software; and protecting the computer from viruses.
By following the steps in the book and practicing hands-on while reading, you can easily learn to use computers. The language is simple and easy to understand, without unnecessary theoretical concepts or obscure technical terms. Each operation step is accompanied by illustrations where possible. To reduce the learning difficulty, the book also includes a companion multimedia learning CD-ROM, allowing you to learn computers as if watching TV through animated demonstrations and voice explanations.
This book is suitable for beginners who are just starting to use computers, especially for middle-aged and elderly readers with a certain educational background. It is also suitable as an introductory textbook for those seeking motivation and new opportunities in entrepreneurship, as well as for use in senior universities.