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ASUS Eee PC For Dummies J McNamara

ASUS Eee PC For Dummies By J McNamara

ASUS Eee PC For Dummies by J McNamara


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The Asus Eee PC is the perfect Internet appliance for today's on-the-go, always-on, Internet-enabled lifestyle, and Eee PC For Dummies makes it easy to get the most out of your investment. Whether you use your Eee PC at home, in class, or at the coffee shop, you need never miss another Facebook update or Myspace friend.

ASUS Eee PC For Dummies Summary

ASUS Eee PC For Dummies by J McNamara

What can you do with your Eee PC? Find out how to get the most from this mini-laptop with Asus Eee PC For Dummies. It shows you how to get things done-using the Linux operating system and applications, navigating the tabbed desktop, adding hardware and software, backing up and restoring the Eee PC, and more. You'll learn how to set up Windows, take advantage of all the pre-installed software, ensure that your computer is secure, and even run your Eee PC on solar power. You'll find tips for configuring printers and changing touchpad settings, techniques for making Skype phone calls and listening to Internet radio, and advice for adding storage and peripherals. It also helps you: Take full advantage of this exciting, ultra-portable netbook PC Set up your wireless connection Make free Skype phone calls and video calls Use OpenOffice.org, Thunderbird e-mail, Mozilla Firefox, and other included applications Use the versatile OpenOffice productivity suite, including Writer for word processing, Calc for spreadsheets, and Impress for presentations Compare the advantages of Windows vs. Linux Discover the science, language, math, and art functions that kids can enjoy on the Eee Enjoy built-in games, watch videos, play music, organize and view photos, and more Boost storage and memory with SD cards and USB drives, go Bluetooth, and add a GPS Get the scoop on backups, explore the advanced desktop, and customize the user interface The Eee PC makes it simple to surf the Web, play games, work, and more. Asus Eee PC For Dummies makes it easier!

About J McNamara

Joel McNamara is a writer, technology consultant, and outdoor adventurer. He has worked in the computer industry for 25 years and advises international humanitarian organizations on safety and security issues. Joel is also the author of Geocaching For Dummies and Secrets of Computer Espionage .

Table of Contents

Introduction. Part I: Getting Started with the Eee PC. Chapter 1: Meet the Eee PC. Chapter 2: First Steps with the Eee PC. Chapter 3: Getting Connected with the Eee PC. Part II: Day to Day with the Eee PC. Chapter 4: Cruising the Internet. Chapter 5: Getting Down to Work I: OpenOffice. Chapter 6: Getting Down to Work II: Other Programs. Chapter 7: Eee PC for Kids. Chapter 8: Eee PC at Play. Chapter 9: Confi guring the Eee PC. Chapter 10: Getting Help. Chapter 11: Eee PC and Windows XP. Part III: Adding Software to the Eee PC. Chapter 12: Installing Linux Software. Chapter 13: Popular Linux Programs. Chapter 14: Popular Free Windows Programs. Part IV: Hardware and Accessories for the Eee PC. Chapter 15: Expanding Storage and Memory. Chapter 16: Essential Eee PC Accessories. Chapter 17: Power to the Eee PC. Part V: Eee PC Advanced Topics. Chapter 18: Backing Up and Restoring the Eee PC. Chapter 19: A Real Desktop: Advanced Mode. Chapter 20: Command-Line Linux. Chapter 21: Customizing the User Interface. Part VI: Part of Tens. Chapter 22: Ten Eee PC Troubleshooting Tips. Chapter 23: Top Ten Eee PC Internet Resources. Bonus Chapter 1: Using Other Linux Distributions. Bonus Chapter 2: Ten Power Saving Tips. Index.

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GOR004185834
9780470411544
0470411546
ASUS Eee PC For Dummies by J McNamara
Used - Good
Paperback
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
20081212
384
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