Books in Computers Made Easy series

A Foundation in Computers & Software That's Easy to UnderstandComputers Made Easy is designed to take your overall computer skills from a beginner to the next level. Get a top level understanding without a complex education. This easy to use guide will help you navigate your way to becoming proficient with computers, operating systems, hardware and software.IntroductionChapter 1 – What is a Computer? Chapter 2 – Computer Peripherals Chapter 3 – Microsoft Windows Chapter 4 – Software Chapter 5 – Printers Chapter 6 – The Internet Chapter 7 – Email Chapter 8 – Office Productivity Software Chapter 9 – Antivirus and Antispyware Software Chapter 10 – Avoiding Scams Chapter 11 – Error Messages, Crashes, & Troubleshooting Chapter 12 – Wi-Fi and Internet Troubleshooting Chapter 13 – Backup and Protection Chapter 14 - Security Chapter 15 – Cloud Storage Chapter 16 – Basic NetworkingWhat’s Next?About the AuthorJames Bernstein has been working with various companies in the IT field since 2000, managing technologies such as SAN and NAS storage, VMware, backups, Windows Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Networking, Microsoft Office, Exchange, and more.He has obtained certifications from Microsoft, VMware, CompTIA, ShoreTel, and SNIA, and continues to strive to learn new technologies to further his knowledge on a variety of subjects.He is also the founder of the website OnlineComputerTips.com, which offers its readers valuable information on topics such as Windows, networking, hardware, software, and troubleshooting. James writes much of the content himself and adds new content on a regular basis. The site was started in 2005 and is still going strong today.

Everyone has to get a new computer at some time or another so why not get the computer you always wanted? Sure you can buy a nice computer off of the store shelf but you never really get exactly what you want that way. When you build your own computer, you are in charge of what components are going to be used so you know that it will perform the way you want it to.The goal of this book is to help you choose the parts (components) for your new computer so you can end up with a computer that does what you want it to do. Then you will be taken through the build process with step by step instructions and illustrations making it easy to get your new computer up and running in no time. Finally you will be guided through the process of installing an operating system on your computer so you can start enjoying your work.The chapters in the book cover the following topics:Chapter 1 – Why Build Your Own Computer?Chapter 2 – Choosing Components Chapter 3 – Planning Your BuildChapter 4 – Putting the Pieces TogetherChapter 5 – Initial Power UpChapter 6 – Installing Your Operating SystemAbout the AuthorJames Bernstein has been working with various companies in the IT field since 2000, managing technologies such as SAN and NAS storage, VMware, backups, Windows Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Networking, Microsoft Office, Exchange, and more.He has obtained certifications from Microsoft, VMware, CompTIA, ShoreTel, and SNIA, and continues to strive to learn new technologies to further his knowledge on a variety of subjects.He is also the founder of the website OnlineComputerTips.com, which offers its readers valuable information on topics such as Windows, networking, hardware, software, and troubleshooting. Jim writes much of the content himself and adds new content on a regular basis. The site was started in 2005 and is still going strong today.

Networking Made Easy is designed to take your overall networking skills from a beginner to the next level. Get a top-level understanding without a complex education. This easy to use guide will help you navigate your way to becoming proficient with network fundamentals and technology.Chapter 1 – What is a Network?Chapter 2 – Networking hardwareChapter 3 – Network CablingChapter 4 – Wireless NetworkingChapter 5 – IP AddressingChapter 6 - ProtocolsChapter 7 – The InternetChapter 8 – Windows NetworkingChapter 9- Virtualization & Cloud ComputingChapter 10 – Network TroubleshootingAbout the AuthorJames Bernstein has been working with various companies in the IT field since 2000, managing technologies such as SAN and NAS storage, VMware, backups, Windows Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Networking, Microsoft Office, Exchange, and more.He has obtained certifications from Microsoft, VMware, CompTIA, ShoreTel, and SNIA, and continues to strive to learn new technologies to further his knowledge on a variety of subjects.He is also the founder of the website OnlineComputerTips.com, which offers its readers valuable information on topics such as Windows, networking, hardware, software, and troubleshooting. Jim writes much of the content himself and adds new content on a regular basis. The site was started in 2005 and is still going strong today.

These days everyone has a desktop computer, laptop, or at least a device such as a smartphone or tablet that they use to go online, send emails, and so on. And for the people who use a personal computer at home or at work then there is a very good chance that it is running Microsoft Windows. And if it’s a newer computer then there is a very good chance its running Windows 10 since new or has been upgraded to Windows 10 from Windows 7 or Windows 8.Microsoft has said that Windows 10 will be the last version of their desktop operating system and that they will just continue to update it and add new features rather than come out with new versions. Time will tell if they will stick with this strategy or if they will feel the pressure to come out with something new just for the sake of generating some hype and of course more sales.This goal of this book is to help you get the most out of your Windows 10 computer and make you a more proficient computer user. I will cover the basics (in detail) to better help you understand how to do things like configure and customize Windows, use the great built in features and software as well troubleshoot issues that you may run into while using your computer. A lot of this content will apply to previous versions of Windows so you will be able to apply your newfound knowledge to older computers as well. *Updated for Version 1903*The chapters in the book cover the following topics:Chapter 1 – What is Windows?Chapter 2 – Installing WindowsChapter 3 – Configuring and Customizing WindowsChapter 4 – Installing DevicesChapter 5 – Windows AppsChapter 6 – File and Folder Management Chapter 7 – User AccountsChapter 8 – Microsoft Edge Web BrowserChapter 9 – Windows 10 SettingsChapter 10 – Networking Basics Chapter 11 – Basic TroubleshootingAbout the AuthorJames Bernstein has been working with various companies in the IT field since 2000, managing technologies such as SAN and NAS storage, VMware, backups, Windows Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Networking, Microsoft Office, Exchange, and more.He has obtained certifications from Microsoft, VMware, CompTIA, ShoreTel, and SNIA, and continues to strive to learn new technologies to further his knowledge on a variety of subjects.He is also the founder of the website OnlineComputerTips.com, which offers its readers valuable information on topics such as Windows, networking, hardware, software, and troubleshooting. Jim writes much of the content himself and adds new content on a regular basis. The site was started in 2005 and is still going strong today.

These days everyone has a desktop computer, laptop, or at least a device such as a smartphone or tablet that they use to go online, send emails, and so on. And for the people who use a personal computer at home or at work then there is a very good chance that it is running Microsoft Windows. And if it’s a newer computer then there is a very good chance its running Windows 10 since new or has been upgraded to Windows 10 from Windows 7 or Windows 8.Microsoft has said that Windows 10 will be the last version of their desktop operating system and that they will just continue to update it and add new features rather than come out with new versions. Time will tell if they will stick with this strategy or if they will feel the pressure to come out with something new just for the sake of generating some hype and of course more sales.This goal of this book is to help you get the most out of your Windows 10 computer and make you a more proficient computer user. I will cover the basics (in detail) to better help you understand how to do things like configure and customize Windows, use the great built in features and software as well troubleshoot issues that you may run into while using your computer. A lot of this content will apply to previous versions of Windows so you will be able to apply your newfound knowledge to older computers as well.The chapters in the book cover the following topics:Chapter 1 – What is Windows?Chapter 2 – Installing WindowsChapter 3 – Configuring and Customizing WindowsChapter 4 – Installing DevicesChapter 5 – Windows AppsChapter 6 – File and Folder Management Chapter 7 – User AccountsChapter 8 – Microsoft Edge Web BrowserChapter 9 – Windows 10 SettingsChapter 10 – Networking Basics Chapter 11 – Basic TroubleshootingAbout the AuthorJames Bernstein has been working with various companies in the IT field since 2000, managing technologies such as SAN and NAS storage, VMware, backups, Windows Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Networking, Microsoft Office, Exchange, and more.He has obtained certifications from Microsoft, VMware, CompTIA, ShoreTel, and SNIA, and continues to strive to learn new technologies to further his knowledge on a variety of subjects.He is also the founder of the website OnlineComputerTips.com, which offers its readers valuable information on topics such as Windows, networking, hardware, software, and troubleshooting. Jim writes much of the content himself and adds new content on a regular basis. The site was started in 2005 and is still going strong today.

With everything being connected these days it only makes sense that even our homes and small offices will benefit from having our computers networked together so they can communicate with each other. Microsoft Windows is the most popular operating system in the world and is seen in most businesses as well as most homes. If you have multiple computers, whether they be desktops or laptops and want to be able to share files, folders and printers between them then its not a super difficult thing to do assuming you have some decent Windows skills.The goal of this book is to get you up and running in regards to setting up your home or small office Windows based network. This book covers setting up peer to peer networking with workgroups rather than client server networks using Windows domains which is a much more expensive and costly way to go and not really needed except for situations with many computers and users.The chapters in the book cover the following topics:Chapter 1 – Installing WindowsChapter 2 – Networking BasicsChapter 3 – Setting up WorkgroupsChapter 4 – User AccountsChapter 5 – Sharing ResourcesChapter 6 – TroubleshootingAbout the AuthorJames Bernstein has been working with various companies in the IT field since 2000, managing technologies such as SAN and NAS storage, VMware, backups, Windows Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Networking, Microsoft Office, Exchange, and more.He has obtained certifications from Microsoft, VMware, CompTIA, ShoreTel, and SNIA, and continues to strive to learn new technologies to further his knowledge on a variety of subjects.He is also the founder of the website OnlineComputerTips.com, which offers its readers valuable information on topics such as Windows, networking, hardware, software, and troubleshooting. Jim writes much of the content himself and adds new content on a regular basis. The site was started in 2005 and is still going strong today.

Learn How Cloud Storage Works and Find a Service That Works For YouCloud Storage Made Easy was written to help you get an understanding of what cloud storage is and how its used. The focus of this book is to get you up to speed on the concepts of cloud storage and the most popular home and small business cloud storage platforms so you can make an educated choice as to what cloud storage service will work best for you.IntroductionChapter 1 – What is Cloud Storage?Chapter 2 – DropBoxChapter 3 – Microsoft OneDriveChapter 4 – Google One (Google Drive)Chapter 5 – iCloudChapter 6 – Amazon DriveChapter 7 – BoxChapter 8 – pCloudChapter 9 – SyncWhat’s Next?About the AuthorJames Bernstein has been working with various companies in the IT field since 2000, managing technologies such as SAN and NAS storage, VMware, backups, Windows Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Networking, Microsoft Office, Exchange, and more.He has obtained certifications from Microsoft, VMware, CompTIA, ShoreTel, and SNIA, and continues to strive to learn new technologies to further his knowledge on a variety of subjects.He is also the founder of the website OnlineComputerTips.com, which offers its readers valuable information on topics such as Windows, networking, hardware, software, and troubleshooting. James writes much of the content himself and adds new content on a regular basis. The site was started in 2005 and is still going strong today.

Learn How to Use Microsoft Office 2016 and Other Versions With Easy to Follow Steps and IllustrationsOffice Made Easy was written to take your overall office skills from a beginner to the next level of productivity. The book is based on Office 2016 but will apply to Office 2007-2019 since the functionality is basically the same. With this book you will get a top level understanding without a need for a complex education. This easy to use guide will help you navigate your way to becoming proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite of programs.IntroductionChapter 1 – What is Microsoft Office?Chapter 2 – The Office RibbonChapter 3 – Office OptionsChapter 4 – Microsoft WordChapter 5 – Microsoft ExcelChapter 6 – Microsoft PowerPointChapter 7 – Microsoft PublisherChapter 8 – Microsoft OutlookChapter 9 – Microsoft OneNoteChapter 10 – Office 365 & Office OnlineChapter 11 – Microsoft OneDrive What’s Next?About the AuthorJames Bernstein has been working with various companies in the IT field since 2000, managing technologies such as SAN and NAS storage, VMware, backups, Windows Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Networking, Microsoft Office, Exchange, and more.He has obtained certifications from Microsoft, VMware, CompTIA, ShoreTel, and SNIA, and continues to strive to learn new technologies to further his knowledge on a variety of subjects.He is also the founder of the website OnlineComputerTips.com, which offers its readers valuable information on topics such as Windows, networking, hardware, software, and troubleshooting. James writes much of the content himself and adds new content on a regular basis. The site was started in 2005 and is still going strong today.

With everything being online these days it only makes sense that you need to be able to use the Internet to some degree or you will be left behind. If you don't know how to go online and find your way around you can't even do simple things like apply for a job. Thanks to the Internet, doing things such as keeping in touch with friends and family is easier than ever and even shopping for your favorite items is as simple as clicking a few buttons. Then of course we have the ability to stream movies and music on all of our devices so we can be entertained anywhere we have an Internet connection.The goal of this book is to get you up and running on the Internet if its new to you or if you feel you need some help figuring out the best and safest ways to navigate all there is to see online. Even if you have been a web user for a while there is still plenty of useful information in this book to take your browsing skills to the next level such as how to get the most out of your web browser, perform custom searches to fine tune your search results and ways to keep your computer or mobile device safe while online.The chapters in the book cover the following topics:Chapter 1 – What is the Internet?Chapter 2 – Web Browsers and Search EnginesChapter 3 – Surfing the InternetChapter 4 – Downloading Files and ProgramsChapter 5 – Streaming Movies and MusicChapter 6 – Online ShoppingChapter 7 – Online Applications and ServicesChapter 8 – Social MediaChapter 9 – Staying Safe and Secure OnlineAbout the AuthorJames Bernstein has been working with various companies in the IT field since 2000, managing technologies such as SAN and NAS storage, VMware, backups, Windows Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Networking, Microsoft Office, Exchange, and more.He has obtained certifications from Microsoft, VMware, CompTIA, ShoreTel, and SNIA, and continues to strive to learn new technologies to further his knowledge on a variety of subjects.He is also the founder of the website OnlineComputerTips.com, which offers its readers valuable information on topics such as Windows, networking, hardware, software, and troubleshooting. Jim writes much of the content himself and adds new content on a regular basis. The site was started in 2005 and is still going strong today.

A Foundation in Computers & Software That's Easy to UnderstandComputers Made Easy is designed to take your overall computer skills from a beginner to the next level. Get a top level understanding without a complex education. This easy to use guide will help you navigate your way to becoming proficient with computers, operating systems, hardware and software.Introduction Chapter 1 - What is a Computer? Chapter 2 - Computer Peripherals Chapter 3 - Microsoft Windows Chapter 4 - Software Chapter 5 - Printers Chapter 6 - The Internet Chapter 7 - Email Chapter 8 - Office Productivity Software Chapter 9 - Antivirus and Antispyware Software Chapter 10 - Avoiding Scams Chapter 11 - Error Messages, Crashes, & Troubleshooting Chapter 12 - Wi-Fi and Internet Troubleshooting Chapter 13 - Backup and Protection Chapter 14 - Security Chapter 15 - Cloud Storage Chapter 16 - Basic Networking What's Next?About the AuthorJames Bernstein has been working with various companies in the IT field since 2000, managing technologies such as SAN and NAS storage, VMware, backups, Windows Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Networking, Microsoft Office, Exchange, and more.He has obtained certifications from Microsoft, VMware, CompTIA, ShoreTel, and SNIA, and continues to strive to learn new technologies to further his knowledge on a variety of subjects.He is also the founder of the website OnlineComputerTips.com, which offers its readers valuable information on topics such as Windows, networking, hardware, software, and troubleshooting. James writes much of the content himself and adds new content on a regular basis. The site was started in 2005 and is still going strong today.