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Getting the Most From Your Laptop
It is not surprising that the sales of laptops have now surpassed the sales of desktop PCs. Laptops have fallen dramatically in price and their specification and computing power now equals or exceeds many desktop machines. Laptops also have the added advantage of being able to be used in any convenient place and then stored away.
You may
use your laptop as your main computer or just as an additional work station. You may want to use your laptop on the move, at home or in the office, or perhaps any combination of these. What ever your specific needs are, this book will help you to choose the right machine, get it set up and operating effectively and achieve the most in terms of use and productivity.
Amongst the many topics covered are:
* Understanding laptop PC specifications.
* Choosing a laptop that suits your particular needs.
* Getting the new computer set up properly.
* Getting the operating system and other software fully up-to-date.
* Connecting your laptop to a wired or Wi-Fi network.
* Using USB and other ports to expand your laptop's capabilities.
* Using a laptop keyboard and touch pad.
* Optimising battery life and keeping the battery in good condition.
* Synchronising the data on your laptop and desktop PCs.
* Troubleshooting common problems.
* Keeping your data safe and secure.
This book is essential reading for anyone who has a laptop or is thinking
of buying one. It applies to both Windows XP and Vista machines.
Laptop basics & selection
Setting up your laptop
Customising & updating
Transfering settings
Troubleshooting
Expansion
Synchronising
Security
Networking
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