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Microsoft Excel 2010 Introduction Quick Reference Guide (Cheat Sheet of Instructions, Tips & Shortcuts - Laminated Card)

Beezix Inc

Laminated quick reference card showing step-by-step instructions and shortcuts for how to use Microsoft Office Excel 2010. This guide is suitable as a training handout, or simply an easy to use reference guide, for any type of user. The following topics are covered:

Creating Workbooks, Entering and Editing Data, Undo and Redo, Resizing Column Width and Row Height, Inserting and Deleting Rows Columns and Cells, Clearing Cells, Clearing Formatting, Formatting Numbers and Cells, Aligning and Merging Cell Contents, Borders and Grids, Viewing the Worksheet as it will Print, Entering Dates, Entering Sequences.
Entering Formulas & Functions, Entering a SUM Function Quickly, Absolute vs. Relative Cell References.
Copying and Moving Data: Copying to Adjacent Cells; Cut, Copy, Paste; Drag & Drop.
Sheet Features: Renaming, Moving, Copying, Selecting, Inserting, Deleting Sheets.
Editing Multiple Worksheets Simultaneously, Copying Data and Formatting to Multiple Worksheets.
Previewing, Printing and Page Setup, Printing a Specific Area, Using Page Break Preview to Adjust Page Breaks, Repeating Rows/Columns on Every Page.
Working with Previous Versions (Compatibility Mode).
Also includes: Lists of Selection and Movement Shortcuts.

This guide is one of several titles available for Excel 2010: Excel 2010 Introduction; Excel 2010 Tables, PivotTables, Sorting & Filtering; Advanced & Macros; Charts & Sparklines; Functions & Formulas.

CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Seventh Edition (Exams 220-701 & 220-702)

Michael Meyers

Get complete coverage of the latest release of the CompTIA A+ exams inside this fully revised and updated resource. Written by the leading authority on CompTIA A+ certification and training, this expert guide covers CompTIA A+ exams 220-701 and 220-702. You'll find learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, exam tips, practice exam questions, in-depth explanations, and more than 1,000 photographs and illustrations. Designed to help you pass the CompTIA A+ exams with ease, this definitive volume also serves as an essential on-the-job IT reference.

Covers all exam objectives, including how to:

  • Work with CPUs, RAM, motherboards, power supplies, and other PC components
  • Install, partition, and format hard drives
  • Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot WIndows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista
  • Troubleshoot PCs and implement security measures
  • Install video and multimedia cards
  • Work with portable PCs, PDAs, smartphones, and wireless technologies
  • Manage printers and connect to networks and the Internet
  • Understand safety and environmental issues
  • Establish good communication skills and adhere to privacy policies

The CD-ROM features:

  • Practice exams for 701 & 702
  • 600+ chapter review questions
  • New video introduction to CompTIA A+
  • One-hour video training segment
  • Mike's favorite PC tools and utilities
  • Searchable e-book

Mac OS X Lion: The Missing Manual

David Pogue

With Lion, Apple has unleashed the most innovative version of Mac OS X yet—and once again, David Pogue brings his humor and expertise to the #1 bestselling Mac book. Mac OS X 10.7 completely transforms the Mac user interface with multi-touch gestures borrowed from the iPhone and iPad, and includes more 250 brand-new features. This book reveals them all with a wealth of insight and detail--and even does a deep dive into iCloud, Apple's wireless, free syncing service for Macs, PCs, iPhones, and iPads.

  • Perfect for newcomers. Get crystal-clear, jargon-free introduction to the Dock, the Mac OS X folder structure, Safari, Mail, and iCloud.
  • Go in-depth. Learn how use key new features such as full-screen apps, Mission Control, the new Mac App Store, Launchpad, Resume, Auto Save, Versions, AirDrop, and more. Are you even more of a power user? Learn to set up a network, make a Lion flash drive, and even learn the basics of Lion's underlying Unix.

Theres something new on practically every page of this new edition, and David Pogue brings his celebrated wit and expertise to every one of them. Apple's brought a new cat to town, and Mac OS X Lion: The Missing Manual is the best way to tame it.

How to Install Windows XP: The Complete Guide (How To Series)

Lukasz Czekajewski

Welcome to How to Install Windows XP: The Complete Guide. This book has been designed for one purpose and one purpose only – to help flawlessly install Windows XP. For this reason, this guide contains only as much theory as is required to fully understand each step of the installation procedure, while the rest of this publication is strictly practical. Every workshop available in this guide is illustrated, with more than 600 screenshots altogether, making it easy to complete each step of the installation and configuration process. What is more, inside one will find clickable links and references to various parts of this guide, which will accelerate the process of navigating across the book. All in all, this guide is as interactive, friendly and helpful as a computer guide could ever be.

This book was developed and prepared for beginners and semi-advanced computer users who are either having issues with Windows XP they are currently using, or would like to perform a ‘clean installation’ of Windows XP on a new computer or a new hard disk drive. Since most of the information in this book takes the form of step-by-step workshops, virtually any computer user from a beginner to expert will be able to take advantage of this guide.

This book consists of 10 distinctive chapters which are presented in the order in which all the operations should be carried out:

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 2: PREPARATIONS
CHAPTER 3: INSTALLING WINDOWS XP
CHAPTER 4: INITIAL CONFIGURATION
CHAPTER 5: INTERNET ACCESS
CHAPTER 6: UPDATING AND SECURING WINDOWS
CHAPTER 7: DRIVERS
CHAPTER 8: PROGRAMS
CHAPTER 9: FINAL OPTIMIZATION
CHAPTER 10: SYSTEM IMAGE

Mastering VMware vSphere 5

Scott Lowe

A new and updated edition of bestselling Mastering VMware vSphere 4

Written by leading VMware expert, this book covers all the features and capabilities of VMware vSphere. You'll learn how to install, configure, operate, manage, and secure the latest release.

  • Covers all the new features and capabilities of the much-anticipated new release of VMware vSphere
  • Discusses the planning, installation, operation, and management for the latest release
  • Reviews migration to the latest vSphere software
  • Offers hands-on instruction and clear explanations with real-world examples

Mastering VMware vSphere is the strategic guide you need to maximize the opportunities of virtualization.

Windows 7 Quick Reference Guide (Cheat Sheet of Instructions, Tips & Shortcuts - Laminated Card)

Beezix Inc

Laminated quick reference guide showing step-by-step instructions and shortcuts for how to use Microsoft Windows 7. Covers the following topics:

Starting a Program, Accessories (Calculator, Note Pad), Using the Shortcut Menu, Properties, Pinning a Program to the Start Menu, Opening Files or Folders, Using Jump Lists (Recently Used Files, Pinned Files, Common Tasks), Pinning Files to Jump Lists, Switching Among Open Windows.
Manipulating Windows: Moving, Enlarging, Restoring, Hiding or Minimizing, Restoring a Minimized Window, Showing the Desktop.
Exiting a Program/Closing a Window, Adding Gadgets to the Desktop, Using the Notification Area (Printing, Security, Sound), What to Try if a Program Freezes, Using the Control Panel, Saving a Document, Getting Help.
File Management with Windows Explorer: Changing Views, Show/Hide Menu Bar, Show/Hide Navigation Pane, Arrange Group or Sort Files and Folders, Navigating Folders in Explorer, Working with Libraries, Selecting Multiple Items, Moving or Copying Files or Folders, Creating a Folder, Creating a Shortcut to a Document Folder or Other Item, Renaming Files or Folders, Zipping Files or Folders, Deleting Files or Folders, Restoring Items from the Recycle Bin, Emptying the Recycle Bin, Burning to a CD/DVD, Searching for a File Folder or Program, Ending your Windows Sessions, and Changing Login Password.
Also includes a list of keyboard shortcuts.

This guide is suitable as a training handout, or simply an easy to use reference guide, for any type of user.

Windows 7 For Dummies Book + DVD Bundle

Andy Rathbone

Windows 7 is Microsoft's much-anticipated new release of the operating system that powers nearly 90% of the world's computers. This two-for-one package provides the step-by-step guidance that will get you up and running with all the exciting new features.

This bundle includes the complete Windows 7 For Dummies book plus a DVD with two hours of video training. Featuring the expert advice you get in the book, the DVD shows you how to accomplish various Windows tasks and displays the screens you'll see as you proceed.

  • A two-for-one value - the full-size Windows 7 For Dummies book plus two hours of video training on DVD
  • Windows 7 has new features, an interface with more graphical elements, better interactivitiy with other devices, and faster speed
  • Whether you're new to computers or just to Windows 7, this handy package provides a simple, easy-to-use guide plus video illustration to help you accomplish basic tasks in Windows
  • Covers the things most books assume you already know, as well as how to work with files and programs, get things done online, and customize Windows 7
  • Shows you how to use movie, music, and photo management features, how to upgrade your system, and how to fix common problems you'll encounter
  • DVD shows you what you'll see on the screen as you master each step

This great book-and-DVD package will have you comfortably using Windows 7 faster than you can say 1-2-3!

Windows 7: The Missing Manual

David Pogue

In early reviews, geeks raved about Windows 7. But if you're an ordinary mortal, learning what this new system is all about will be challenging. Fear not: David Pogue's Windows 7: The Missing Manual comes to the rescue. Like its predecessors, this book illuminates its subject with reader-friendly insight, plenty of wit, and hardnosed objectivity for beginners as well as veteran PC users.

Windows 7 fixes many of Vista's most painful shortcomings. It's speedier, has fewer intrusive and nagging screens, and is more compatible with peripherals. Plus, Windows 7 introduces a slew of new features, including better organization tools, easier WiFi connections and home networking setup, and even touchscreen computing for those lucky enough to own the latest hardware.

With this book, you'll learn how to:

  • Navigate the desktop, including the fast and powerful search function
  • Take advantage of Window's apps and gadgets, and tap into 40 free programs
  • Breeze the Web with Internet Explorer 8, and learn the email, chat, and videoconferencing programs
  • Record TV and radio, display photos, play music, and record any of these to DVD using the Media Center
  • Use your printer, fax, laptop, tablet PC, or smartphone with Windows 7
  • Beef up your system and back up your files
  • Collaborate and share documents and other files by setting up a workgroup network

The Ubuntu Beginner's Guide - Third Edition (Computer Beginner's Guides)

Jonathan Moeller

The Ubuntu Beginner's Guide gives users new to Ubuntu Linux an overview of the operating system, from simple command-line tasks to advanced server configuration.

In the Guide, you'll learn how to:

-Use the Ubuntu command line.

-Manage users, groups, and file permissions.

-Install software on a Ubuntu system, both from the command line and the GUI.

-Configure network settings.

-Use the vi editor to edit system configuration files.

-Install and configure a Samba server for file sharing.

-Install SSH for remote system control.

-Install a DHCP server for IP address management.

-Install a LAMP server.

-Install web applications like WordPress and Drupal.

-Configure an FTP server.

-Manage ebooks.

-Convert digital media.

-Manage and configure Unity, the new Ubuntu interface.

-And many other topics.

The Unofficial Siri Handbook: The Essential Reference for Your iPhone 4S

GadChick

If you have an iPhone 4S, then chances are Siri is slowly becoming an important part of your mobile life. You have learned the basics, but Siri's vocabulary is quickly evolving and expanding, and there's likely a lot you had no idea you could do with it. Don't sweat it, GadChick has you covered with The Unofficial Siri Handbook.

This short eBook will show you key phrases you should know, and even how to add a :-) into a Siri message.

When you finish reading, stop by GadChick.com where you can read our free online magazine and blog posts.

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