iPad for Seniors For Dummies

Author(s): Nancy C. Muir

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The full-color guide to the exciting new iPad, written specifically with the needs of seniors in mind! The iPad is the perfect device for the senior market, combining the Web, e-mail, photos, video, and book reading into an intuitive, portable device. Written by veteran Dummies author Nancy Muir, this fun and friendly guide shows you how to use the many features and capabilities of the iPad to make life easier! You'll learn how to use the multitouch screen to zoom in and out on Web pages and choose a font and size that makes reading comfortable so that you can get directions, plan vacations, enjoy photos, keep in touch with family, obtain financial and legal information, and much more.* Assumes no prior information or experience and begins with the basics of getting acquainted with your iPad and its features* Introduces the intuitive touch methodology for interacting, zooming, and scrolling* Walks you through organizing your calendar, finding and browsing sites, sending e-mails, sharing photos, buying and playing music, and more* Focuses on subjects that are particularly helpful to seniors, such as getting directions, protecting personal information, setting passwords, maintaining and troubleshooting the iPad, and more You'll quickly discover that the iPad and iPad for Seniors For Dummies are the perfect combinations to get connected and stay connected!

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Nancy C. Muir hosts a site on technology for seniors at www.techsmartsenior.com. She has written more than 50 books including Computers For Seniors For Dummies and Laptops For Seniors For Dummies.

Introduction. Part I: Making the iPad Your Pad. Chapter 1: Buying Your iPad. Chapter 2: Looking Over the Home Screen. Chapter 3: Getting Going. Chapter 4: Accessibility and Ease of Use. Part II: Taking the Leap Online. Chapter 5: Browsing the Internet with Safari. Chapter 6: Working with E-Mail in Mail. Chapter 7: Shopping the iTunes Store. Chapter 8: Expanding Your iPad Horizons with Apps. Part III: Having Fun and Consuming Media. Chapter 9: Using Your iPad as an eReader. Chapter 10: Playing Music with the iPod App. Chapter 11: Playing with Photos. Chapter 12: Watching Videos and YouTube. Chapter 13: Finding Your Way with Maps. Part IV: Managing Your Life and Your iPad. Chapter 14: Keeping On Schedule with Calendar. Chapter 15: Managing Contacts. Chapter 16: Making Notes. Chapter 17: Troubleshooting and Maintenance. Index.

General Fields

  • : 9780470883174
  • : John Wiley and Sons Ltd
  • : John Wiley & Sons Ltd
  • : 0.73
  • : 01 July 2010
  • : 233mm X 187mm X 17mm
  • : United Kingdom
  • : books

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  • : Nancy C. Muir
  • : Paperback
  • : 004.165
  • : 320
  • : col. Illustrations