Using Your Computer: The Beginner's Guide Third Edition

by Kyle MacRae

Incorporating all the latest developments in technology and software, this manual, now in its third edition, is ideal for anyone who lacks experience or confidence in using a PC. The reader will learn how to set up their PC, get to grips with Windows 7, work with software and drives, get online and send emails. With clear, jargon-free text, plenty of practical exercises and numerous hints and tips, this manual is aimed at the complete beginner and no technical knowledge whatsoever is assumed or required.

192 pages, Hardcover

First published December 1, 2011

Reviews

[Patrick McCallister · Rating 3 out of 5]

Sometimes I think about technology and how fast it moves. It really is a marvel! I'm always having to learn new operating systems, versions, user interfaces, the works! I decided I needed a refresher on everyone's favorite operating system - Windows XP. I thought I was in way over my head but fortunately, Kyle MacRae came to save the day. Kyle really knows how to communicate in a language that I understand. He even has an awesome sense of humor too! One of my favorite jokes refers to the mouse as a rodent! Why do they even call it a mouse anyway?

Full-color photographs and witty writing really make this a fun adventure. Unfortunately, I did not like when the book was telling me how to sit. I am reading a book about computers - not sitting? I know how to do that very well thank you. I wish there was a book in the series about keeping up with my teenage nephew on Facebook. Hope he's not getting into trouble at school!

I would like to see another entry in this series. Perhaps an intermediate edition?