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www.pcwisdom.co.ukThis book is designed for people who want straightforward instructions in the use of their home computer. There are no unexplained a

Computing for the Older and Wiserwww.pcwisdom.co.uk10a computer room so you may have to set up in an unused corner of the living room. Having establis

Introductiontake no longer than an hour and that includes establishing an Internet connection and your email service. With your system properly set up

Computing for the Older and Wiserwww.pcwisdom.co.uk12Icons used in this bookOccasionally, you will notice symbolic images in the margin. These have be

IntroductionOf course, this does not mean that computers don’t go wrong. They do – in the same way that cars suddenly decide not to start – and they c

Computing for the Older and Wiserwww.pcwisdom.co.uk14RevisionThere may be more than one correct answer to each question.Why is a laptop better than a

IntroductionWhat is a computer mouse? (a) A large computer virus (b) Something I will learn about later in this book (c) The natural prey of a com

Computing for the Older and Wiserwww.pcwisdom.co.uk2Knowing age is no barrierOne Texan doctor began his computing career at the age of 86 and now has

Introductionwrists (see Chapter 2). There are even sound effects to warn you of impending disaster or incoming mail. All too often, you may be subject

Computing for the Older and Wiserwww.pcwisdom.co.uk4entertainment. For many older people the greatest reward is the satisfaction of acquiring a new sk

Introductiona card or take the cat to the vet. Making photocopies no longer require a car trip to the town library. Christmas card lists can be kept u

Computing for the Older and Wiserwww.pcwisdom.co.uk6When did the Sumerian dynasty reign? Who was the fi rst Pope to hold his court at Avignon? Why do w

Introduction‘puddingstone’, or it can be as detailed as uncovering the agricultural practices of the Mayan civilisation. It is like having a library o

Computing for the Older and Wiserwww.pcwisdom.co.uk8Getting Everything You Need to StartWell, you have made the decision to join the computing society

IntroductionHave you got a fi rm idea about what you are going to use the computer for? Use of the Internet and email requires an accessible telephone