Chromebooks in easy steps illustrates all the clever features of this versatile, budget-friendly alternative to a Windows laptop or MacBook. Covering all Chromebook models, it:
Demystifies what a Chromebook is and how it differs from other types of laptops and tablets.
Shows how to get your Chromebook up and running in no time.
Guides you through the Chrome web browser, Gmail and other key apps such as Docs, Sheets, and Presentation.
Reveals how to make video calls using a variety of services, to stay in touch with friends and family.
Shows how to connect your Chromebook to external devices including printers.
Demonstrates how to upload and organise your photos, videos, and documents in the Cloud.
Covers how to make documents available offline when you don’t have an internet connection.
Guides you through how to watch TV and movies, and how to download and use Android apps and games.
Provides guidance on maintenance and troubleshooting.
Ideal for anyone new to the Chromebook, including Senior readers.
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1 Introducing Chromebooks |
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Connecting to the internet |
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Creating a new Google account |
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Using Chromebook as a guest |
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3 Navigating the Chrome OS Desktop |
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Accessing the Status Area |
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Useful keyboard shortcuts |
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Caps Lock and function keys |
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5 Using the Chrome Browser |
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Managing browsing history |
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Changing the search engine |
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6 Communicating with Gmail |
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Writing and sending emails |
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Replying to or forwarding an email |
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Adding and editing contacts |
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Organizing your inbox with labels |
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Archiving and muting messages |
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Navigating files on Drive |
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Creating and managing folders |
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Sharing folders and files |
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Transferring file ownership |
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Seeing files shared with you |
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Using Microsoft Office files |
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8 Office and Productivity |
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Using spreadsheets in Sheets |
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Creating Slides presentations |
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9 Media and Entertainment |
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Uploading and organizing photos |
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10 Adding and Managing Apps |
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Messaging and sharing files |
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Host options and shortcuts |
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12 Casting and Connecting |
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Using an external display |
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13 Maintenance and Troubleshooting |
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Adjusting system settings |
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Phil King is a journalist who specialises in writing about technology. He began his career at CRASH magazine in 1988 and has since edited several video games magazines, including PowerStation and NRevolution. He has worked as the books editor for Raspberry Pi has written for The MagPi, HackSpace, MacFormat, MUO, Gadget, Linux User, Android Magazine, and many more.
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