| Chapter 1 Understanding Computer Basics |
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Exploring Different Types of PCs |
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Which Type of PC Should You Buy? |
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Setting Up Your New Computer System |
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Set Up a Traditional Desktop PC |
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Set Up an All-in-One Desktop PC |
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| Chapter 2 Performing Basic Operations |
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Using Windows with a Mouse or Touchpad |
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Mouse and Touchpad Operations |
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Using Windows with a Keyboard |
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| Chapter 3 Using Your Windows 10 PC-If You've Never Used a Computer Before |
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Powering Up and Powering Down |
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Turn On and Configure Your New PC-For the First Time |
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Turn On Your System-Normally |
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Finding Your Way Around Windows |
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| Chapter 4 Using Your Windows 10 PC-If You've Used Windows Before |
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Windows 10 for Windows 8/8.1 Users |
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Windows 10 for Windows 7 Users |
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Windows 10 for Windows XP Users |
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The 10 Most Important New Features of Windows 10 |
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1 Back to the Desktop (Goodbye, Start Screen) |
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2 The Start Menu Returns-Better Than Ever |
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3 Things Look a Little Different |
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4 Take Control with the Action Center |
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5 Manage System Settings with the Settings Tool |
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6 Windows Apps on the Desktop |
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7 Smart Searching-and More-with Cortana |
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8 A New Way to Browse the Web |
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9 Improved Task Switching |
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10 Mobile Device Integration |
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Windows 10 Updates for Windows 10 Users |
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| Chapter 5 Connecting Printers and Other Peripherals |
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Connecting Devices via USB |
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Connect Other Peripherals |
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Connecting Your PC to Your TV |
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| Chapter 6 Personalizing Windows |
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Personalizing the Windows Desktop |
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Personalize the Start Menu |
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Change the Desktop Background |
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Personalizing the Lock Screen |
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Change the Lock Screen Background |
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Display a Slideshow on the Lock Screen |
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Add Apps to the Lock Screen |
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Change Your Account Picture |
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Configuring Other Windows Settings |
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Configure Settings from the Settings Tool |
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Working with User Accounts |
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Create a New User Account |
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Sign In with Multiple Users |
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| Chapter 7 Making Windows Easier to Use |
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Employing Ease of Access Functions |
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Access Ease of Access Features |
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Improve Onscreen Contrast |
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Make the Cursor Easier to See |
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Read Text Aloud with Narrator |
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Use the On-Screen Keyboard |
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Using Alternative Input Devices |
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Attach a Different Keyboard |
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| Chapter 8 Using Windows 10 on a Touchscreen Device |
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Using Windows in Tablet Mode |
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Using Windows with Touch Gestures |
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| Chapter 9 Using Windows 10 Apps |
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Launching Your Favorite Programs |
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Pin a Tile to the Start Menu |
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Pin a Program to the Taskbar |
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Create a Shortcut on the Desktop |
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Working with Apps on the Desktop |
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Maximize, Minimize, and Close a Window |
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Switch Between Open Windows |
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Using Windows 10's Built-in Apps |
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Shopping the Microsoft Store |
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Download and Install a New App |
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| Chapter 10 Finding and Installing Traditional Software |
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Working with Traditional Software Programs |
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Finding and Installing Traditional Software Programs |
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Install Software from a Disc |
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| Chapter 11 Connecting to the Internet-at Home or Away |
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Connecting to the Internet-and Your Home Network |
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Connect to Your Home Network |
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Access Other Computers on Your Network |
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Connecting to the Internet at a Wi-Fi Hotspot |
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Connect to a Wi-Fi Hotspot |
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| Chapter 12 Browsing and Searching the Web |
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Open and Browse Web Pages |
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Save Multiple Tabs as Favorites |
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Return to a Favorite Page |
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Read a Page in Reading View |
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Open and Browse Web Pages |
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Bookmark Your Favorite Pages |
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Return to a Bookmarked Page |
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Browse Anonymously in Incognito Mode |
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Searching-and More-with Cortana |
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View News and Other Information |
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Search Cortana from Within Edge |
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Do Even More with Cortana |
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| Chapter 13 Shopping Safely Online |
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How to Shop Online Safely |
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Purchasing from Online Retailers |
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Discover Online Retailers |
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Search or Browse for Merchandise |
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Discover Price Comparison Sites |
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| Chapter 14 Discovering Useful Websites |
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Reading Local and Community News Online |
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Exploring Travel Opportunities Online |
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Discovering Recipes Online |
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Finding Healthcare Information Online |
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Research Medical Conditions |
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Obtaining Legal Advice Online |
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Find Legal Advice and Services |
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Managing Your Finances Online |
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Do Your Banking and Pay Your Bills |
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Discovering Organizations Online |
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Browse Useful Organizations |
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| Chapter 15 Protecting Yourself Online |
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Protecting Against Identity Theft and Phishing Schemes |
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Keeping Your Private Information Private |
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Hiding Personal Information on Facebook |
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Keeping Your Facebook Posts Private |
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Protecting Against Online Fraud |
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Protecting Against Computer Viruses and Other Malware |
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Protecting Against Malware |
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Using Anti-Malware Software |
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Using the Windows Defender Security Center |
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Protecting Against Ransomware |
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Protecting Against Online Attacks and Intrusions |
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| Chapter 16 Emailing Family and Friends |
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Using the Windows Mail App |
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Set Up Your Email Account |
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| Chapter 17 Video Calling and Text Messaging |
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Get to Know the Skype App |
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Sending and Receiving Text Messages on Your PC |
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Link Your Phone to Your PC |
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Send New Texts from Your PC |
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| Chapter 18 Connecting with Facebook and Pinterest |
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Sharing with Friends and Family on Facebook |
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Discover New-and Old-Friends on Facebook |
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Find Out What Your Friends Are Up To |
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Explore Your Friends' Profiles |
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Pinning Items of Interest to Pinterest |
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| Chapter 19 Storing and Sharing Your Pictures and Movies |
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Using Your Smartphone or Digital Camera with Your Windows PC |
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Transfer Photos from a Smartphone or Tablet |
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Transfer Photos from a Memory Card |
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Viewing Photos and Videos on Your PC |
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Create and View Photo Albums |
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Automatically Enhance a Photo |
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Adjust Brightness and Contrast |
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Turning Your Photos into Videos with Story Remix |
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Create an Automatic Story Remix |
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Create a Customized Video Project |
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Sharing Your Pictures and Videos Online |
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Sharing a Photo from the Photos App |
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| Chapter 20 Watching Movies and TV Shows on Your PC |
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| Chapter 21 Listening to Music on Your PC |
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Listening to Streaming Music |
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Purchasing Digital Music Online |
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Purchase Music from the Amazon Digital Music Store |
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Purchase Music from Google Play Music |
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Listening to Your Own Music in Windows 10 |
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Listen to Digital Music with the Groove Music App |
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| Chapter 22 Reading Books on Your PC |
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Reading eBooks with Amazon's Kindle App |
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Purchase eBooks from Amazon |
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Change How a Book Is Displayed Onscreen |
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Reading eBooks with Barnes & Noble's NOOK App |
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Purchase eBooks from Barnes & Noble |
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| chapter 23 Using Files and Folders |
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Navigate Folders and Libraries |
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Working with Microsoft OneDrive |
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Manage OneDrive Files on the Web |
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Manage OneDrive Files with File Explorer |
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Upload a File to OneDrive |
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Download a File to Your PC |
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Synchronizing Files On-Demand |
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| Chapter 24 Dealing with Common Problems |
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Performing Necessary Maintenance |
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365 | (4) |
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Backing Up Important Files |
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Recovering from Serious Problems |
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Restore Your Computer to a Previous State |
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