LEADER 07787nam 2200601 450 001 9910150235903321 005 20230725032326.0 010 $a1-283-27554-6 010 $a9786613275547 010 $a0-273-74641-3 035 $a(CKB)2670000000122762 035 $a(StDuBDS)AH25270838 035 $a(SSID)ssj0000580900 035 $a(PQKBManifestationID)12243913 035 $a(PQKBTitleCode)TC0000580900 035 $a(PQKBWorkID)10606966 035 $a(PQKB)11359619 035 $a(MiAaPQ)EBC5136300 035 $a(Au-PeEL)EBL5136300 035 $a(CaONFJC)MIL327554 035 $a(OCoLC)1015873719 035 $a(EXLCZ)992670000000122762 100 $a20190813d2011 uy 0 101 0 $aeng 135 $aur||||||||||| 181 $ctxt 182 $cc 183 $acr 200 10$aComputer problems solved for the over 50s /$fJoli Ballew 205 $a1st ed. 210 1$aHarlow, England :$cPrentice Hall,$d[2011] 210 4$dİ2011 215 $a1 online resource (225 p. ) $ccol. ill 225 1 $aIn simple steps 300 $aBibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph 311 $a0-273-74635-9 327 $aContents Top 10 Computer Problems Tips 1 Set a password 2 Uninstall unwanted software 3 Run the System Configuration utility 4 Improve performance with ReadyBoost 5 Add an external hard drive 6 Review shared settings 7 Create a homegroup 8 Get Windows Live Essentials 9 Enable the Guest account 10 Share media over a network 1 Know your computer Explore your system Find your Windows Experience Index Calculate free hard drive space Explore programs listed in the Notification area Explore your hardware in Device Manager Explore the All Programs menu Create a password reset disk Create a system repair disk 2 First steps and quick fixes Set a password Run Windows Update Update third-party programs Check the Action Center in Windows 7 Scan with Windows Defender Reboot the PC, modems and routers Use System Restore Update a driver Replace missing system files Run the System Configuration utility Locate Help 3 Free up hard drive space Delete unnecessary files and folders Search for and delete specific file types Uninstall unwanted software Delete unnecessary System Restore files Delete unwanted media files Run Disk Cleanup Empty the Recycle Bin Access Disk Defragmenter 4 Fix hardware problems Understand common hardware problems Verify Windows compatibility Improve performance with ReadyBoost Troubleshoot sound problems Troubleshoot printer problems Locate a driver on the internet Download and install a driver Rollback a bad driver Add an external hard drive Reseat non-working internal hardware 5 Fix software problems Browse menus for Help Update software Reinstall software Run in Windows XP mode Google error messages Consider an alternative program Uninstall an error-prone application 6 Repair boot problems Restart the computer Boot to the Last Known Good Configuration Boot with Safe mode (and then reboot) Choose Startup Repair Boot with your system recovery disk Perform a repair installation Run Disk Check 7 Diagnose and repair network problems Review troubleshooting tasks already introduced Verify required hardware is powered on Reconnect cables and connections Reposition wireless access points Run the network troubleshooter Replace damaged cables, splitters and other hardware Verify your network is private Review sharing settings Create a user account Require a password Remove unwanted networks Create a homegroup Join a homegroup 8 Install missing and must-have applications Download and installation basics Get Windows Live Essentials Get a Windows Live ID Get Microsoft Security Essentials Get PowerPoint Viewer Get Adobe Reader Consider QuickTime Consider iTunes Consider Skype Consider Firefox 9 Fix email problems Change how often Mail checks for email Show images and enable links Unblock attachments Label email as Junk Label email as Not Junk Apply a junk email filter Empty Sent and Deleted Items folders Get rid of an email stuck in your Outbox or Inbox Update the time and date on your PC Decipher error messages Export contacts 10 Resolve problems with Internet Explorer 8 Rule out network problems Use Compatibility View Change security settings Verify cookies are enabled Manage add-ons Reset Internet Explorer settings Run the Malicious Software Removal Tool Get online support Check for an update Show toolbars Delete unwanted Favorites 11 Resolve security warning messages Know the difference between system and third-party messages Explore the Action Center Resolve a problem in the Action Center Uninstall unwanted manufacturer update software Check the security report for a website View all parts of an email Turn off security messages 12 Remove a virus Know the signs of a virus First steps Install anti-virus updates Run anti-virus software scans Choose an online solution Use the Malicious Software Removal Tool Look on the internet for removal instructions Final steps 13 Manage and share data Review sharing settings Create a folder Move or copy data into a folder Delete a file or folder Share a file or folder Configure specific sharing permissions Understand libraries Add a folder to a library Find a missing file or folder Restore data from the Recycle Bin Create a search folder Remove the Read Only attribute 14 Fix problems with media Move media files into media libraries Clean up your media libraries Share media from Media Player Access media over your network Learn what program you need to play a file Obtain third-party media software Associate a file type with a program Set multiple file associations Convert files to another format Troubleshoot DVD playback Change record settings in Media Center 15 Manage and maintain your PC Delete unwanted data Compress files and folders Move rarely used data off of your PC Organise your files in folders Enable the Guest account Keep your desktop clean Pin items to the Start menu or taskbar Review problem reports and solutions Keep your computer up to date 16 Install hardware to improve performance Install a digital camera, web cam or media card Install a printer Locate a driver Download and install a driver Use ReadyBoost Install software Change when the computer sleeps Change what happens when you press the Power button Top 10 Computer Problems Solved 330 $aThis title is written for anyone over the age of 50 who needs to learn how to troubleshoot, repair, and resolve problems associated with their new or aging computer and its associated hardware and software. 330 $bUse your computer with confidence This practical book will have you achieving immediate results using: a friendly, visual approach simple language practical, task-based examples large, full-colour screenshots. Discover everything you want to know about using your computer in this easy- to- use guide, from the most essential tasks that you ll want to perform, to solving the most common problems you ll encounter. Practical. Simple. Fast. Get the most out of your computer with practical tips on every page: . ALERT: Solutions to common problems . HOT TIPS: Time-saving shortcuts . SEE ALSO: Related tasks and information . DID YOU KNOW? Additional features to explore . WHAT DOES THIS MEAN? Jargon explained in plain English 410 0$aIn simple steps. 606 $aSoftware maintenance 606 $aComputers$xMaintenance and repair 615 0$aSoftware maintenance. 615 0$aComputers$xMaintenance and repair. 676 $a004.16 700 $aBallew$b Joli$0912523 801 0$bMiAaPQ 801 1$bMiAaPQ 801 2$bMiAaPQ 906 $aBOOK 912 $a9910150235903321 996 $aComputer problems solved for the over 50s$92878799 997 $aUNINA