Chromebook For Dummies

Peter H. Gregory (AT&T Wireless Services, Woodinville, Washington)

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For Dummies
03 May 2023

Computer hardware

The return of the bestselling Chromebook guide on the market

Chromebook For Dummies, Third Edition, is your easy-to-follow guide to the low-cost alternative to a traditional laptop. This beginner’s manual walks you through setting up your Chromebook, transitioning from using a traditional computer, and customizing the system to fit your needs. In case you’re wondering, the Chromebook can be used for anything you'd normally do online—checking email, browsing websites, watching videos. This book takes you through all of it, giving you the latest updates on new Chromebook hardware and software features. Navigate apps, apply advanced settings and features, and turn to this guide time and again as you customize and optimize your Chromebook’s performance.

Get all the basics on using your Chromebook, in easy-to-follow Dummies style Set up and start using your Chromebook with ease

Learn about the latest features in the Chrome operating system Discover the benefits of Chromebook versus traditional laptops

New and novice Chromebook users will love this approachable intro to Google’s little portable computer.

By: Peter H. Gregory (AT&T Wireless Services Woodinville Washington)
Imprint: For Dummies
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 3rd edition
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 188mm, Spine: 28mm
Weight: 658g
ISBN: 9781394168804
ISBN 10: 1394168802
Pages: 480
Publication Date: 03 May 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started with Chromebook 5 Chapter 1: Choosing and Setting Up Your Chromebook 7 Chapter 2: Working with the Chromebook Desktop 19 Chapter 3: Surveying the Chrome Browser 33 Chapter 4: Getting Your Hands on the Keyboard and Touchpad 49 Chapter 5: Finding and Exploring Chromebook Apps 67 Chapter 6: Working with Gmail and Google Calendar 77 Chapter 7: Working with Files and Google Drive 105 Part 2: Harnessing Business Power with the Chromebook 121 Chapter 8: Writing with Word Processing. 123 Chapter 9: Summarizing Spreadsheets 149 Chapter 10: Preparing Presentations 185 Chapter 11: Using Other Office Tools 221 Part 3: The Chromebook Recreational Vehicle 239 Chapter 12: Managing Your Music 241 Chapter 13: Having Fun with Photos 261 Chapter 14: Playing Video on the Chromebook 277 Chapter 15: Chatting with Friends and Family 297 Chapter 16: Reading Ebooks on the Chromebook 319 Part 4: Advanced Chromebook Settings 335 Chapter 17: Customizing Your Chromebook 337 Chapter 18: Securing Your Chromebook 357 Chapter 19: Troubleshooting Your Chromebook 383 Part 5: The Part of Tens 401 Chapter 20: Ten (Plus One) Hardware Features to Consider When Buying a Chromebook 403 Chapter 21: Ten (Plus One) Handy Chromebook Shortcuts 411 Chapter 22: Ten Great ChromeOS Apps 417 Chapter 23: Ten Chromebook Security Tips 423 Index 429

Peter H. Gregory is a senior director of cybersecurity at GCI General Communication, Inc. He is the author of more than fifty books on information security and emerging technology and is an expert in privacy policy, standards and compliance, risk management, and cybersecurity risk assessments.

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Chromebook For Dummies

Peter H. Gregory (AT&T Wireless Services, Woodinville, Washington)

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