Name: My Internet for Seniors By Michael Miller
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My Internet for Seniors by Michael Miller

The perfect book to help anyone 50+ get the most out of the Internet--safely and securely! My Internet for Seniors helps you quickly and easily get online and start using everything the Internet has to offer. With step-by-step tasks, large text, close-up screen shots, and a custom full-color interior designed for comfortable reading, you'll quickly be getting the most out of your online experience. Top-selling author Michael Miller wrote this book from his 50+ perspective, and it covers everything you need to connect your computer, tablet, or smartphone to the Internet and start accessing websites, email, social networks, and more. Choose the right type of Internet service for your home Connect to the Internet--at home or away Choose and use the right web browser for your needs Browse and search the Web Shop safely online Use Facebook and other social media Find old friends and make new ones online Find news, sports, and weather online Enjoy TV shows, movies, and music online Get productive with online office apps Share your photos online Research your family tree online Manage your finances and track your health Play online games Email friends and family Video chat in real time Explore the mobile Internet with your tablet or smartphone Stay safe and secure while online

About Michael Miller

Michael Miller is a prolific and popular writer of more than 150 nonfiction books, known for his ability to explain complex topics to everyday readers. He writes about a variety of topics, including technology, business, and music. His best-selling books for Que include My Social Media for Seniors, My Facebook for Seniors, My Windows 10 Computer for Seniors, My Samsung Galaxy S6 for Seniors, My Google Chromebook, Easy Computer Basics, and Computer Basics: Absolute Beginner's Guide. Worldwide, his books have sold more than 1 million copies. Find out more at the author's website: www.millerwriter.com Follow the author on Twitter: @molehillgroup

Chapter 1: Choosing an Internet Service Provider for Your Home 3 What the Internet Is--And How It Works 4 Understanding Internet Service Providers 4 Connecting to Your ISP 5 Examining Different Types of Internet Connections 6 DSL 7 Cable 7 Fiber Optic 8 Satellite 8 Dial-Up 9 Comparing Different Types of Connections 9 Installing Internet Service 11 Install with a Modem and Wireless Router 12 Install with an Internet Gateway 13 Chapter 2: Connecting to the Internet--At Home or Away 17 Connecting to a Home Network 17 Connect with a Windows 10 Computer 18 Connect with a Windows 8/8.1 Computer 20 Connect with a Windows 7 Computer 22 Connect with a Mac Computer 23 Connect with an Apple iPhone or iPad 24 Connect with an Android Smartphone or Tablet 25 Connecting to a Public Wi-Fi Hotspot 26 Connect with a Windows 10 Computer 26 Connect with a Windows 8/8.1 Computer 28 Connect with a Windows 7 Computer 30 Connect with a Mac Computer 31 Connect with an Apple iPhone or iPad 31 Connect with an Android Smartphone or Tablet 33 Chapter 3: Choosing and Using a Web Browser 37 Comparing Web Browsers 38 Using Microsoft Edge for Windows 10 39 Go to a New Web Page 39 Work with Tabs 40 Save Favorite Pages 41 Return to a Favorite Page 41 Browse in Private 42 Browse in Reading View 43 Configure Browser Settings 44 Using Internet Explorer 45 Go to a New Web Page 45 Work with Tabs 46 Save Favorite Pages 46 Return to a Favorite Page 47 Browse in Private 48 Configure Browser Settings 48 Using Google Chrome 49 Open and Browse Web Pages 50 Work with Tabs 51 Bookmark Favorite Pages 52 Return to a Bookmarked Page 53 Browse Anonymously in Incognito Mode 54 Configure Browser Settings 54 Using Mozilla Firefox 55 Open and Browse Web Pages 55 Work with Tabs 56 Bookmark Favorite Pages 57 Return to a Bookmarked Page 57 Browse Anonymously in Private Mode 58 Configure Browser Settings 59 Using Apple Safari 59 Open and Browse Web Pages 60 Work with Tabs 61 Bookmark Favorite Pages 61 Return to a Bookmarked Page 62 Browse Anonymously in Private Mode 62 Configure Browser Settings 63 Chapter 4: Browsing and Searching the Web 65 How the Web Works 65 Browsing the Web 68 Enter a Web Address 69 Follow a Link 70 Searching the Web 70 How Search Engines Work 71 How Web Searches Work 71 Constructing an Effective Query 72 Searching with Google 73 Conduct a Basic Search 74 Fine-Tune Your Search Results 75 Search for Images 76 Searching with Bing 77 Conduct a Basic Search 78 Fine-Tune Your Search 78 Search for Images 79 Researching Online with Wikipedia 80 Search Wikipedia 80 Read an Article 81 Chapter 5: Shopping Safely Online 85 Making a Purchase Online 85 Discover Online Retailers 86 Search or Browse for Merchandise 87 Examine the Product 88 Make a Purchase 89 Check Out and Pay 90 How to Shop Safely Online 92 Shop Safely 92 Buying and Selling on eBay 94 Bid in an eBay Auction 95 Buy a Fixed Price Item 97 Sell an Item 99 Buying and Selling on Craigslist 102 Buy an Item on Craigslist 102 Sell an Item on Craigslist 104 Chapter 6: Using Facebook and Other Social Media 109 Using Facebook 109 Discover Friends on Facebook 110 Post a Status Update 112 Find Out What Your Friends Are Up To 115 Explore Your Friends' Timelines 117 Using LinkedIn 118 Edit Your Profile 119 Find New Connections 120 Receive and Reply to Private Messages 122 Compose a New Message 123 Post a Status Update 124 Using Pinterest 125 Create New Pinboards 125 Find and Repin Interesting Items 126 Pin an Item from a Web Page 127 Find People to Follow 129 Using Twitter 130 Find Tweeters to Follow 131 View Tweets 132 Post a Tweet 134 Chapter 7: Finding Old Friends--And Making New Ones 137 Discovering Old Friends on Social Media 138 Find Friends on Facebook 138 Find Colleagues on LinkedIn 141 Searching for Friends on Google and Bing 143 Finding Friends on People Finder Sites 145 AnyWho 145 PeekYou 145 Spokeo 146 That'sThem 146 White Pages 147 Zabasearch 147 Making New Friends on Online Dating Sites 149 eHarmony Senior Dating 150 Match.com 150 OKCupid 151 OurTime 152 SeniorPeopleMeet 153 Chapter 8: Finding News, Sports, and Weather Online 157 Reading the News Online 157 National and International News 158 Local News 160 Keeping Up with Your Favorite Sports Online 161 Sports Portals 162 Major League Sports Sites 163 Getting Weather Forecasts Online 165 Weather Portals 165 Chapter 9: Watching Movies, TV Shows, and Videos Online 169 Watching Movies and TV on Netflix 170 Watch a Program on Netflix 170 Watching TV Shows on Hulu 173 Watch TV Programs on Hulu 173 Viewing and Sharing Videos on YouTube 175 View a Video 175 Upload Your Own Video 177 Chapter 10: Listening to Music Online 181 Listening to Streaming Music Services 182 Listen to Pandora 182 Listen to Spotify 184 Listening to Local Radio Stations Online 186 Listen to iHeartRadio 186 Listen to TuneIn 188 Chapter 11: Getting Productive Online 193 Using Microsoft Office Online 194 Create or Open a File 195 Use Word Online for Word Processing 196 Use Excel Online for Spreadsheets 198 Use PowerPoint Online for Presentations 200 Using Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides 202 Create or Open a File 202 Use Google Docs for Word Processing 204 Use Google Sheets for Spreadsheets 205 Use Google Slides for Presentations 207 Storing Your Files Online 209 Use Google Drive 210 Use Microsoft OneDrive 211 Chapter 12: Sharing Your Photos Online 215 Sharing Photos with Google Photos 216 Upload Photos from Your PC 217 View Photos 218 Share Photos with Others 219 Download Photos to Your PC 221 Use the Google Photos Mobile App 222 Sharing Photos on Flickr 225 Upload Photos from Your PC 225 View Photos 227 Download Photos to Your PC 228 Share Photos with Others 229 Sharing Photos on Shutterfly 231 Upload Photos from Your PC 232 View Your Photos 233 Share Photos with Others 234 Print Photos 235 Chapter 13: Exploring Your Genealogy Online 239 Using Ancestry.com 239 Start Your Family Tree 240 View Your Family Tree 242 Using FamilySearch 244 Create a Family Tree 244 Search for Additional Information 246 Chapter 14: Managing Your Finances Online 249 Banking Online 249 Do Online Banking 250 Pay Your Bills Online 251 Tracking Your Investments 252 View Financial Information Online 252 Chapter 15: Tracking Your Health Online 255 Finding Medical Information Online 255 Search Online Health Sites 256 Searching for Physicians Online 258 Find a Doctor 258 Ordering Prescription Drugs Online 259 Shop Online Pharmacies 260 Chapter 16: Playing Games Online 263 Exploring Different Types of Games 263 Arcade Games 264 Board Games 264 Brain Training Games 265 Card Games 266 Casino Games 266 Puzzle and Matching Games 267 Simulation Games 268 Sports Games 268 Trivia Games 269 Word Games 270 Finding Online Games 271 Discover Multigame Websites 272 Find Other Games Online 273 Chapter 17: Emailing Friends and Family 277 Understanding How Email Works 277 Email Addresses 278 POP/IMAP Email 278 Web-Based Email 279 Emailing with Gmail 280 Receive and Reply to Messages 280 Send a New Message 282 Send a File as an Attachment 283 Emailing with Yahoo! Mail 284 Receive and Reply to Messages 284 Send a New Message 285 Send a File as an Attachment 286 Chapter 18: Video Chatting with Friends and Family 289 Video Calling with Skype 290 Add a Contact 290 Make a Video Call 292 Make a Voice Call 293 Video Calling with Google Hangouts 294 Start a Video Hangout 294 Make a Voice Call 296 Chapter 19: Exploring the Mobile Internet with Your Smartphone or Tablet 299 Connecting and Browsing on an iPhone or iPad 299 Connect to a Wi-Fi Network 300 Browse the Web with Safari 303 Connecting and Browsing on an Android Phone or Tablet 305 Connect to a Wi-Fi Network 305 Browse the Web with Chrome 308 Discovering Essential Mobile Apps 310 Email Apps 311 Social Media Apps 312 Video Chat Apps 313 Streaming Video Apps 315 Streaming Music Apps 316 Shopping Apps 317 Other Useful Apps 319 Chapter 20: Staying Safe Online 323 Protecting Against Identity Theft and Phishing Scams 324 Avoid Phishing Scams 325 Keep Your Private Information Private 327 Hide Personal Information on Facebook 329 Make Your Facebook Posts Private 330 Protecting Against Online Fraud 331 Identify Online Scams 331 Avoid Online Fraud 333 Avoid Offline Fraud 333 Protecting Against Computer Viruses and Other Malware 336 Identify a Malware Infection 336 Protect Against Malware Infection 338 Use Anti-Malware Software 339 Protecting Against Online Attacks and Intrusions 340 Employ a Firewall 340 Glossary 343 Index 351

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ISBN 13

9780789757432

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0789757435

Title

My Internet for Seniors by Michael Miller

Author

Michael Miller

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Pearson Education (US)

Year published

2016-02-15

Number of pages

400

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My Internet for Seniors Michael Miller

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