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Android phones continue to be the most popular smartphones around the world, combining power, efficiency and the comprehensive Android operating system and interface. However, with the constantly expanding range of functions and features, it can be a daunting task getting the most out of your Android phone. This is where Android Phones for Seniors in easy steps, 4th edition comes in: this comprehensive, all-color guide will give you the tools and knowledge to get up and running with your Android phone, and soon you will be using it like an expert!Android Phones for Seniors in easy steps, 4th edition covers versions up to Android 13 – the most widely used version of Android – but it can also be used for most other versions of Android too. Throughout the book you will learn how to: Get started with the Android interface and become confident using the Home screen and its features.Learn about how Android can be customized to your own exact requirements. Make the most out of the Android apps on your phone and discover how to add more with a couple of taps. Keep in touch with family and friends using the web, email, messaging, and social media so that you are never out of the loop. Use your Android phone to take great photos and videos, and then make them even better with the editing features on the phone. Keep entertained with music and videos using the apps on your Android phone. Learn how to use the range of search options so that you can always find things on your phone and online. In addition to the impressive range of standard features on Android phones, the book also covers the latest innovations in Android version 13, including: Customizing apps so that their color, theme, and language matches the rest of the appearance of your phone. A new stylish media player for playing all your favorite songs and videos. Taming notifications so that you are only notified about the things that are most important to you, and all the rest are muted. A range of new security features, so you can feel confident when using your Android phone. Using your Android phone with other compatible devices for maximum flexibility and productivity. Spatial audio, so you can get the best sound wherever you are in a room. Android phones are not only powerful communication devices, but they are also great fun to use, and help to open up a wealth of online and digital possibilities. With your phone and Android Phones for Seniors in easy steps, 4th edition next to you, you will have the exciting world of Android at your fingertips. Presented in larger type than our standard books, for easier reading.

100 Top Tips - Stay Safe Online and Protect Your Privacy contains tips covering all aspects of staying as safe as possible in the online world. These include: Detailing the types of threats that are out thereEnsuring that passwords for all of your devices are as secure as possibleIdentifying and avoiding common online scams and consStaying protected when using websitesDealing with threats that can be contained within emailsLooking at general social media security threatsUnderstanding security issues related specifically to FacebookProtecting yourself against identity theftKeeping your money safe when using online bankingUsing security options to keep children safe in the online worldWith 100 Top Tips - Stay Safe Online and Protect Your Privacy at your side, you will be one step closer to protecting yourself from the ongoing threats in the online world.

Written with the Senior reader in mind and presented in larger type for easier reading, iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 9th edition will help you to quickly feel confident using your iPhone. It covers all models of iPhone using iOS 16 and will show you how to:Make and receive calls and send messages.Use FaceTime to make video calls, and to share music or videos on FaceTime calls. Find apps to stay healthy, shop online, plan your vacation, get instant news, and keep on top of everyday tasks. Make secure payments using your iPhone. Explore the iTunes Music Library; share music, videos, apps, calendars and photos with children and grandchildren. Master new iOS 16 features and customize your iPhone to suit your needs. Written in larger type and using non-technical language, iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 9th edition will help you get more out of your iPhone – so you don’t have to ask the kids!

iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 10th edition will help you to quickly feel confident using your iPhone. It covers all models of iPhone using iOS 17 and shows you how to:Send messages, make and receive calls.Use FaceTime to make video calls, and to share music or videos while on a call. Find apps to stay healthy, shop online, plan your vacation, get instant news, and keep on top of everyday tasks. Make secure payments using your iPhone. Explore the iTunes Music Library; share music, videos, apps, calendars and photos with children and grandchildren. Master neat features like personalizing your Call screen and setting up your iPhone to get real-time data even when on StandBy. Written in larger type and using non-technical language, iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 10th edition will help you get more out of your iPhone – so you don’t have to ask the kids!

This bestselling guide, iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 13th edition, is updated to cover iPadOS 17. Written in larger type, it’ll help senior folks learn how to use and enjoy myriad iPad features with ease:Choose the right model for you, master Multitasking Gestures, and customize the iPad for your needs.Use your iPad to keep in touch with family and friends. Make video calls; send fun messages; take and share photos. Shop and order food and more online; take a virtual tour of your favorite art galleries and museums; plan and book your trips. Explore the new and enhanced features in iPadOS 17, such as the Health app, and make the most of your new device! Written in large type, in full color, and using non-technical language, iPad for Seniors in easy steps 13th edition will help you get much more out of your iPad – so you don't have to ask the kids!

Adobe Lightroom is a world-leading photo-editing and storage solution from the creators of the popular image-editing apps Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Elements. However, Lightroom is more than just a single app; it is a comprehensive service including versions for a range of devices, and a linked online cloud service for storing, accessing, and sharing your photos. Lightroom has an easy-to-use interface that contains all of the tools required to unleash every last pixel of your photographic creativity Lightroom in easy steps begins by looking at the desktop, mobile and web versions of Lightroom and shows how they can be used individually and together to effortlessly capture, edit, and share photos between your devices. This provides a one-stop-shop for all of your photography needs, whether you are at home or at different locations capturing photos.Lightroom has a sophisticated range of color-editing tools, for fine-tuning every aspect of a photo. These are looked at in detail, so you can master all of the techniques required to edit your photos to your own exact requirements. These include: Profiles, which are preset options that can apply a range of editing elements to photos, mostly unprocessed ones (RAW). Once a profile has been created, it can be used on similar photos to create a consistent appearance. If required, additional editing can be undertaken once a profile has been applied.Light, including exposure, contrast, highlights, shadows, whites, and blacks. Color, including white balance, temperature, tint, black and white, vibrance, hue, saturation, and luminance. Targeted adjustment, including the Tone Curve and the Color Mixer. Effects, including texture, clarity, dehaze, and vignette. Detail, including sharpening - to improve the focus of a photo - reducing color noise, and applying film grain effects. Optics, for correcting camera lens issues for digital photos, including chromatic aberration, lens corrections, and defringing. Geometry, which can be used to edit the geometric perspective in photos - for instance if buildings do not initially appear straight. In addition to the manual editing functions, there are also over 40 preset editing techniques that can be applied to photos in a single click. These include color presets, and there is everything from presets for street photos to nature and architecture. Lightroom is also a powerful tool for organizing photos - a vital function, as digital photo libraries can expand at a staggering rate. Lightroom in easy steps shows how to manage and handle all of your photos through the use of albums, folders, and stacks. The powerful search options also ensure that you never lose track of any of your photos, with functions for adding keywords, metadata, flags, and ratings. There is also a valuable filter option that can be used to display photos according to a range of criteria, including Keywords, Cameras, Locations and People.Being able to safely store and share your photos is an important part of any photo app, and Lightroom has both of these options well covered. Group albums can be created to share photos with family and friends, and even give other people access to edit your photos themselves. There are extensive settings that can be used to ensure you can share your photos in exactly the way you want. Additional sharing options include adding photos and albums to a variety of online services, known as connections. Lightroom can also export photos in several different photo file formats and add watermarks to them for security if you are sharing them or displaying them online. These functions are all covered in the book too.Lightroom in easy steps demystifies the latest developments in the world of digital photo editing, organizing, sharing, and storing so that all of your attention can be focused on making your photos as stunning as possible.

iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 11th edition will help you to quickly feel confident using your iPhone. It covers iOS 18 and shows you how to:Send messages, make and receive calls.Use FaceTime to make video calls, and to share music or videos while on a call. Find apps to stay healthy, shop online, plan your vacation, get instant news, and keep on top of everyday tasks. Make secure payments using your iPhone. Explore the iTunes Music Library; share music, videos, apps, calendars and photos with children and grandchildren. Master neat features like personalizing your Call screen and setting up your iPhone to get real-time data even when on StandBy. And more!Written in larger type than our standard books and using non-technical language, iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 11th edition will help you get more out of your iPhone – so you don’t have to ask the kids!Covers iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Max

Discover the joy of using an iPad with iPad with iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 14th edition – updated for iPadOS 18.Written in larger type than our standard books, iPad for Seniors in easy steps will help seniors learn and enjoy key iPad features with confidence and ease: Choose the right iPad: Find the perfect model for your needs and customize it to suit your lifestyle.Stay connected: Make video calls, send fun messages, and share photos with family and friends. Shop and explore: Order food, shop online, take virtual museum tours, and plan your next adventure – all from your iPad. Master new features: Get the most out of the enhanced tools in iPadOS 18 like Apple Intelligence and the new Passwords app. No need to ask the kids for help anymore!

Unlock the full power of Windows 11 with Windows 11 in easy steps!Discover the best features and functions of Windows 11 with this concise, easy-to-follow guide! Whether you’re new to Windows or upgrading to the latest version, this best-selling book is your perfect companion. You’ll learn how to: Navigate the Desktop, Start button, and Start menu with ease.Personalize customizable widgets for real-time updates like news and weather. Stay connected for work and with friends and family using Teams, Outlook, and Chat. Harness the power of AI with Copilot for quick answers to voice and text queries. Organize your files and keep your system running smoothly. You’ll master Windows 11 essentials in no time!

Windows 11 for Seniors in easy steps, 2nd edition is the perfect guide to help you navigate Windows 11 at your own pace. It’ll guide you through all the essentials you need to know.Confidently explore the desktop, Start menu and Quick Settings.Harness the power of AI with Copilot to find information and make life easy. Stay connected via Outlook and Teams. Personalize Windows and utilize Accessibility features to suit your needs. Get things done – shop online, book holidays, print photos, and manage household budgets. Keep your computer secure and working in tip-top condition! Packed with helpful tips and designed for seniors, this guide will help you get more from Windows 11 stress-free!

Stay connected, stay confident – with Laptops for Seniors in easy steps, 9th edition at hand!Laptops open up a world of possibilities, and you can use them anywhere! Laptops for Seniors in easy steps, 9th edition is your friendly guide to getting started and making the most of your laptop, especially mastering the key features of Windows 11. You’ll learn how to:Master the Windows 11 interface with ease.Explore apps for fun and practical tasks. Use MS Teams to connect with loved ones. Set widgets of interest and stay up-to-date. Enjoy online shopping, watching movies and TV, photo editing and sharing, and more. Share your laptop without giving up privacy. Keep your laptop working in tiptop condition. Avoid ergonomic issues so that you can use your laptop comfortably for years to come! Perfect for beginners – empowering for all!

Discover the joy of using an iPad with iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 15th edition – updated for iPadOS 26.Written in larger type than our standard books, iPad for Seniors in easy steps will help seniors learn and enjoy key iPad features with confidence and ease: Choose the right iPad: Find the perfect model for your needs and customize it to suit your lifestyle.Stay connected: Make video calls, send fun messages, and share photos with family and friends. Shop and explore: Order food, shop online, take virtual museum tours, and plan your next adventure – all from your iPad. Master new features: Get the most out of the enhanced tools in iPadOS 26. No need to ask the kids for help anymore!

Unlock smarter productivity with Microsoft 365 in easy steps, 2nd edition — now fully updated with a strong focus on Copilot, Microsoft’s powerful AI assistant. Whether you’re upgrading to Microsoft 365 from a previous version or using it for the very first time, this guide will teach you the key features of all M365 essential apps, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access, while showing how AI can supercharge them to create, analyze, and refine your content faster than ever. Master how to:Create reports, newsletters, and cards in Word.Calculate and manage financial matters in Excel. Perfect your presentations and slide shows in PowerPoint. Keep in touch and stay organized with Mail, Calendar, and People in Outlook. Collaborate and share documents using OneDrive and Teams. Discover how to access Microsoft 365 online, and on any device. Get started with other M365 apps including Microsoft Designer, Microsoft Clipchamp, Microsoft Forms, Microsoft To Do, and Mobile Microsoft 365. With a whole chapter on M365 Copilot – Microsoft’s Artificial Intelligent (AI) assistant – this updated guide will help you to use AI-enabled Microsoft 365 and work smarter, in no time!

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not only the latest buzz word in the digital world; it is already embedded in all parts of modern life – you are almost certainly using AI on a daily basis, even if you don’t know it. One undeniable fact is that the subject of AI is a complicated and extensive one, which can throw up a multitude of questions and issues.AI for Seniors in easy steps offers a very real (and human) guide to the complexities of AI, and shows how its power can be harnessed to improve numerous aspects of everyday life. AI is a wide-ranging – and, at times, confusing – subject, and the book breaks down many of its intricacies so that the whole subject seems a lot more manageable. The book starts by: Explaining in straightforward terms exactly what AI is and how it works. AI jargon is broken down, so you will soon know all about the language of AI and how it relates to the operation of the technology.Outlining the drawbacks and concerns surrounding AI so that you can feel confident and secure when using it and interacting with it. Showing the general uses of AI, including those that you are probably already using. The rest of the book covers specific topics that are beginning to increasingly rely on AI. Each chapter has examples of AI apps that can be used in each area, all in the familiar In Easy Steps style. These include:Chatbots, such as ChatGPT, used to simulate human conversation. They can be used for a range of tasks, but most commonly they provide answers to questions and requests, either simple or complex. Writing tools for creating, editing, and formatting written content. Online uses for AI and how it is beginning to influence how we all interact online. Family and in the home, where AI can have a significant impact on common organizational tasks and also control smart devices around the home. Photos and videos for perfecting your photos when they are taken or when editing them, and even converting various types of content into videos. Entertainment, which can be used to tailor your entertainment needs but is also becoming a contentious issue due to the increasing use of AI to create and manipulate music and actors for movies and TV shows. Health and safety, which is one of the most exciting areas of AI, and one that has a genuine opportunity to positively transform the lives of millions of people. Finance, where AI can be used to enhance your financial wellbeing and also monitor the negative aspects of the technology in the world of finance. AI for Seniors in easy steps will ensure that the mysteries, concerns and benefits of AI are fully explained and illustrated so that you can confidently engage with this essential and exciting new technology.

Unlock the full potential of your iPhone with iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 12th edition. Featuring the iPhone 18 models and the latest iPhone operating system – iOS 27 – this guide shows how to:Take the appearance of your iPhone to the next level: customize app icons, the Home screen, and the Lock Screen, just the way you want.Stay connected with family and friends through calls, messages, and FaceTime.Manage unwanted calls so that you can screen unknown numbers and scam messages. Discover apps for health, shopping, travel planning, news updates, and daily tasks. Dive into Apple’s AI-powered features, bringing you smarter ways to use your iPhone. View summaries of notifications so that you can keep on top of every update. Keep yourself entertained with music, photos, and movies, and even share items with family and friends. iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 13th edition will ensure that you never miss a trick in the digital world, and help make your iPhone work better for you every day.

A handy guide for any Senior new to the iPad – get up and running quickly! Presented in larger type than our standard books, for easier reading. Covers all models with iPadOS 27. Discover the joy of using an iPad with iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 16th edition – updated for iPadOS 27.Written in larger type than our standard books, iPad for Seniors in easy steps will help seniors learn and enjoy key iPad features with confidence and ease: Choose the right iPad: Find the perfect model for your needs and customize it to suit your lifestyle.Stay connected: Make video calls, send fun messages, and share photos with family and friends. Shop and explore: Order food, shop online, take virtual museum tours, and plan your next adventure – all from your iPad. Master new features: Get the most out of the new features in iPadOS 27. No need to ask the kids for help anymore!

Designing eye-catching and effective content for social media, websites, presentations or documents can seem like a daunting task, and in the past it has been. However, with Canva (online version and mobile app) anyone can turn their hand to graphic design and convert their ideas into reality. Design with Canva in easy steps shows how to get started, and progress, to enable you to get designing like a pro in no time.Packed full of design tips for all types of projects (from social media to business presentations), Design with Canva in easy steps explains the interface of the different versions and shows how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is used to make the entire process even more streamlined and engaging. The book covers some good practice of design, including: Combining the best options for fonts. Using color creatively and effectively. Adding headings for maximum effect. Making sure that white space does not go to waste. Aligning elements for impressive impact. Using a hierarchy to enhance the overall design. Laying out a roadmap to guide the user through content in a logical way. Creating consistent and impactful brand designs. Design with Canva in easy steps also shows how you can make the most of this exciting and versatile design tool for a range of projects, with dedicated chapters detailing start-to-finish examples of each of the following: Social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, and X. Websites. Presentations. Video editing. Emails. Documents. Spreadsheets. Creating your own graphic designs no longer needs to be a minefield of fonts, colors, and layouts. With Design with Canva in easy steps, you can take control of all your design needs, whether they are for business or your own personal projects.

Printed in large type for easy reading, this new edition of the popular guide to digital photography for seniors follows a task-based format. As with all the books in this series, this one takes readers through the essentials, from buying the right camera and understanding functions and capabilities to tips and techniques for taking better digital photos, especially for popular snaps like holiday shots, pictures of the family, and more formal portraits and landscapes. Author Nick Vandome details a variety of typical tasks, including photo editing, emailing photos, sharing pictures on the Web, and printing and displaying photos. With a wealth of full-color illustrations, this practical guide shows even the most nervous shutterbug how to enter the digital photography age with assurance and style.

We all communicate, every day, all of the time. So why can communications go so wrong in the workplace? Sometimes it is because the wrong methods are used at the wrong times, and sometimes it is because the communications process becomes too complicated and bogged down in corporate jargon. Effective Communications in easy steps offers clarity in the world of corporate communications. There is no blue-sky, synergy-based, customer-centric thinking here; just informed, clear, practical and common sense advice on how to use communications to actually get the right message across to the correct audience. Written by two communications experts, with over 25 years’ experience between them, the book will show you how to: Create a practical Communications Strategy that works.Understand how, and why, to evaluate your strategy. Build and maintain websites that keep delivering. Unravel the mysteries of social media. Explode the myths about communications at work. Get your message across using the right channel to engage your audience. Communications in the workplace should be a simple thing and, with Effective Communications in easy steps to guide you, it really can be.

"Android Tablets in Easy Steps" looks at the range of devices available and their specifications and functionality. It also gives a full rundown of the latest version of Android and how to use it on your tablet in terms of navigating around, performing all of your favorite tasks, getting online and turning your tablet into your own mobile entertainment center. Android on tablets has evolved from the same system as on smartphones and Android tablets offer the same interactive, touch screen experience. The book shows readers how to find their way around with Android and how to customize the look and feel of their tablet with a variety of different settings. Apps are a crucial part of Android tablets and "Android Tablets in Easy Steps" covers this in depth, from using the preinstalled ones, to downloading and using the huge selection available from the Google Play Store. It also shows how readers can use their Android tablet for their entertainment needs including music, movies, photos, books and games.

Windows 10 is the latest version of the popular Microsoft operating system and addresses many of the issues with its predecessor, Windows 8 (and 8.1). It consolidates the operating system so that users with a mouse and keyboard have their own specific version, as do mobile users with tablets and phones. One of the biggest changes in Windows 10 is the return of the familiar Start Menu. This is accessed from the Start Button and is where you can access areas within your computer, perform certain functions and also open apps from a variety of locations, using a selection of colored tiles. The operation of apps has also been standardized so that it is similar for the new Windows apps and the more traditional ones, all opening in their own window, with a traditional toolbar. "Get Going with Windows 10 in Easy Steps" looks at some of the new features that have been added, including a new web browser, Windows Edge, that allows users to draw on and annotate web pages and then send them to other people; a new personal digital assistant voice search, Cortana; and an improved File Manager that provides a Quick Access section for all of the items you like to use most frequently. The return of old favorites and the addition of new features help elevate Windows 10 to the most advanced operating system that Microsoft has produced. "Get Going with Windows 10 in Easy Steps" provides a handy, full-color, guide so that readers can soon be using Windows 10 like an expert.

The iPad is a tablet computer that is stylish, versatile and easy to use, and now is one of the most popular tablets used by all ages. The range of models has been expanded over the years so that there are now different sizes to cover all mobile computing requirements.iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 6th edition, gives you all the essential information you need to know to make the most out of your iPad: Choose the right model for youNavigate around with Multi-Touch gesturesMaster Settings and apps to stay organizedFind, download and explore exciting appsUse your iPad to make travelling stress-freeEmail, share photos and video chat for freeAccess and share your music, books and videosLocate family members and stay in touchAccess your documents from anywhereA handy guide for any Senior new to the iPad, covering iOS 10, presented in larger type for easier reading. For all iPads with iOS 10, including iPad Mini and iPad Pro.

Get up and running quickly with your new Android Tablet. Covers Android 7.0 Nougat, and presented in larger type for easier reading.Android Tablets for Seniors in easy steps, 3rd edition Looks at the range of devices available and their specifications and functionality:Explains the Android operating system and how to use it on your tablet in terms of navigating around, performing all your favorite tasks, getting online and turning your tablet into a mobile library and entertainment center.Focuses on the latest version of Android, 7.0 Nougat, and shows the enhancements that have been made over previous versions, such as multi-view windows for viewing two apps at the same time, Quick Switch between apps, high-performance 3D graphics, a Doze feature for saving battery power, a new range of settings for customizing Android, replying to notifications without having to open a different app and enhanced safety and security features.Android Tablets for Seniors in easy steps, 3rd edition will show you how to:Get up and running with the interactive, touchscreen experience so that you can quickly find your way around with Android.Use the Android settings to ensure that your tablet looks and works in exactly the way that you want. Find your way around apps: the programs that give Android tablets their functionality – from using the preinstalled apps, to downloading and using the huge selection available from the Google Play Store, which is linked directly to Android tablets. It also shows how to get the best apps for popular activities such as travel, health and wellbeing, family history and online shopping. Connect to the web via Wi-Fi, using email, making phone and video calls to family and friends with Skype and diving into the world of social networking. Keep your tablet safe – security on tablets is just as important as on any other computer and this is covered in terms of preventing access to your tablet and staying safe online and when using your apps. Android Tablets for Seniors in easy steps, 3rd edition gives you the confidence to enter the world of the tablet and get the most out of your device, using Android 7.0 Nougat. The book features the Google Nexus but is applicable to all tablets running the Android operating system.

Smart Homes in easy steps shows you how to start to take advantage of the current smart technology that is beginning to revolutionize the way in which we run our homes!

The iPad is a tablet computer that is stylish, versatile and easy to use, and is one of the most popular tablets used by all ages. The range of models has been expanded over the years so that there are now different sizes to cover all mobile computing requirements.iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 9th edition gives you all the essential information you need to know to make the most out of your iPad: Choose the right model for youNavigate around with Multi-Touch gesturesCustomize the iPad for your needsMaster Settings and apps to stay organizedFind, download and explore exciting appsUse your iPad to make travelling stress-freeEmail, share photos and video chat for freeAccess and share your music, books and videosStay in touch with family membersAccess your documents from anywhereMaster Siri, and the new features in iPadOS 13.A handy guide for any Senior new to the iPad, presented in larger type for easier reading. Covers all iPads with iPadOS 13, including iPad mini and iPad Pro

macOS Catalina in easy steps covers the latest operating system that runs the sophisticated Mac desktop and laptop computers. This concise guide will get you up and running in no time, and then it’ll take you through the key features to help you use your Mac to do more. It covers:Multi-Touch navigation options for getting around in macOS Catalina.Working with and managing your apps. Productivity tools on your Mac. Getting online with Safari, Mail and FaceTime. Enjoying a digital lifestyle with photos, music, TV shows, books, games, podcasts, and more. The invaluable iCloud function for backing up, sharing and continuing from different devices. Using Siri, Dynamic Desktop and Dark Mode to make things even easier. Keeping your Mac working smoothly. Get more out of your Mac, Mac mini, Mac Pro or MacBook with minimum time and effort!

100 Top Tips - Create Great Photos Using Your Smartphone contains tips covering all aspects of capturing, displaying and sharing photos on your phone. These include: Finding and using your phone's camera settings so you can set up the camera exactly as you wantUsing basic techniques that can instantly help you capture stunning photosLooking at ways to improve the composition of your photosUtilizing lighting conditions to get the best photosCreating stunning portraits of family and friendsReleasing your artistic side with a range of creative optionsViewing buildings and architecture in a new way, to get the most effective photosCapturing iconic shots of famous landmarksEditing photos on your phone and also downloading them to a computer for more sophisticated editing to make them stand out from the crowdMaking sure your photos are safely backed up for safe keeping and sharing them with family and friends100 Top Tips - Create Great Photos Using Your Smartphone will help the reader to capture eye-catching photos of a variety of subjects and in a range of lighting conditions.

Homes that contain devices that can be controlled by smart speakers, voice commands and apps are becoming a reality for an increasing number of people. What was once the stuff of science fiction is now firmly established as part of the real world and is easily accessible for anyone who wants to add an exciting new dimension to their home.100 Top Tips - Create Your Smart Home to Stay Safe and Save Money contains tips covering all aspects of setting up and using smart home devices securely. These include: Setting up your home so that it is ready to be transformed into a smart homeEnsuring that your home is flexible enough so that you have alternatives if smart devices do not work properlyUsing smart speakers (digital voice assistants) to create a digital companion in your homeLinking smart speakers to your smart home devices so that they can communicate with each otherDeploying smart lighting to take the ultimate control over the lighting systems in your homeInstalling smart heating to control your central heating and save moneyMaking your home more secure with a range of smart security devicesCutting down the time spent on domestic chores by using devices such as robotic lawnmowers and robotic vacuum cleanersEnhancing entertainment options with robots and artificial intelligence (AI) devicesAddressing security issues with smart home devices, to prevent other people gaining access to your smart home

Windows 10 in easy steps, 5th Edition provides full-color and comprehensive coverage of the latest Windows operating system and shows how to get the most out of it, whether you are using a desktop computer or a mobile device. It details the new features and shows how these integrate with the more traditional elements of the operating system, including: Upgrading to Windows 10 and personalizing it for your needs. Getting to grips with the Windows 10 interface, navigating with the Start menu, the Start button, and the Taskbar. Customizing the live tiles feature, so that you can create your own look and feel. Accessing and downloading apps, and how to work with them and organize them. Working with files and folders, and using OneDrive for free storage and sharing files. Using Cortana, the Personal Digital Assistant, to search your computer or the web or to perform actions like opening apps or documents. Getting online with the web browser, Microsoft Edge, and keeping in touch by email and Skype. Perfecting photos, viewing movies, and playing music and games. It also covers the new features in the November 2019 Update, including: An updated Start menu that consists of one column, making it more streamlined. (This applies to new PCs and laptops with the September 2019 Update, or new user accounts that are created.) A new Light Theme to give the elements of Windows 10 a crisper look and feel. A greater range of options for how updates in Windows 10 are handled, giving you more control over the update process. It is now possible to uninstall a greater range of the built-in Windows 10 apps, if required. The Search box and the button for Cortana have been separated on the Taskbar. User accounts can be created so that they can be unlocked without a password, but are just as secure. Windows 10 is one of the most significant upgrades in Microsoft's history and Windows 10 in easy steps, 5th Edition is ideal for newbies and for those wanting to quickly grasp the essentials in the November 2019 Update.