Computer for Your Parents

The basics of working on a computer "from scratch" are outlined. Written in an accessible manner for middle-aged and older individuals, it describes working in Microsoft Windows, sending emails, communicating on social networks, the process of creating blogs, and chatting on Skype. Attention is given to searching for information online and the problem of fighting viruses. It also provides the basics of working in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
The fourth edition has been revised and supplemented with modern trends, focused on working with the Windows 8.1 operating system and the latest software versions, and contains recommendations for choosing a modern laptop or tablet.