Computing with a Laptop for the Older Generation

• Among the many topics covered are:
• Advice on selecting the right machine for your needs
• Unpacking, connecting and getting your machine operational
• Installation and configuring of applications software
• Using external drives, printers ,expansion cards and docking stations etc.
• Connecting to the Internet using Wi-Fi and general security matters such as Firewalls, encryption, antivirus etc.
• Using System Restore, backing up data, battery and power management, keyboard difficulties and screen problems etc.

Laptop computers have rapidly fallen in price, increased in specification and performance and become much lighter in weight. They can be used practically anywhere, then stored out of sight when not in use. Therefore, it is not surprising that their sales now far exceed desktop machines and that they are also becoming increasingly popular with the older generation of computer users. The friendly and practical approach of this book will help you to understand and get the most from your laptop PC in an easy and enjoyable way.