Chromebook for Dummies - Paperback

by Peter H. Gregory (Author)

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.

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Discover the popular and inexpensive laptop alternative

Looking for an inexpensive and easy-to-use alternative to standard laptops? Then look no further than Chromebook^(R), Google's low-cost laptop for checking email, browsing the web, and watching videos. Chromebook^(R) For Dummies walks you through every step of selecting, preparing and using your new Chromebook. You'll learn to transition from a traditional computer/laptop and customize your device to suit your individual needs. From navigating the desktop to accessing photos, this book will have you up and running like a pro in no time.

Inside...

• Set up your new Chromebook
• Work with the desktop interface
• Explore Chromebook apps
• Use the Chrome web browser
• Find and access your photos
• Watch videos and play music
• Send and receive emails and texts
• Secure your new device

Author Biography

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.