Jump Right In


Book Description

This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. Intended primarily for courses in Computer Concepts and Office Applications, this text also provides practical content to current and aspiring industry professionals. A computer literacy approach designed for the needs of today’s readers! Jump Right In! , by best-selling author and expert teacher, Jean Andrews, combines proven and innovative educational research with cutting edge technology. The content, design, and approach compel readers to engage proactively in learning essential computer skills and applications including Office 2013 and Windows 8 (or Windows 7). The teach-yourself approach of Jump Right In! provides multiple learning paths based on the needs of different types of learners. Break through to improved results with MyITLab ® for Jump Right In! –a fully integrated learning system that includes Grader projects, training and assessment simulations, the Pearson eText, and all of the student and instructor resources in one place! MyITLab personalizes learning to help your students better prepare for class, quizzes, and exams–resulting in more dynamic experiences in the classroom and improved performance in the course. Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; MyITLab does not come packaged with this content. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyITLab, contact your Pearson representative. MyITLab is not a self-paced technology and should only be purchased when required by an instructor.




Microsoft Office 2013/365 and Beyond


Book Description

Microsoft Office 2013/365 and Beyond is divided into five sections with 16 chapters that progressively introduce you to computer concepts from the moment you hit the power button all the way through to using a variety of productivity software applications available in Microsoft Office 2013 and Microsoft Office for Mac 2011. The focus of this text is to provide readers with the skills needed to discuss essential computer concepts, navigate and conduct basic tasks using an operating system, and develop files using basic productivity applications. The companion disc includes all of the files needed to complete the chapter exercises within the text. You will also find video tutorials, a repository of high-resolution images from the chapters, and samples of completed projects for comparison. Features: * Designed to address the Windows operating system and the 2013 Microsoft Office application suite * Integrates the use of both MacOS and OpenOffice into the text to describe the respective concepts in Windows and Microsoft Office (MS Outlook, Word, PowerPoint & Excel) * Includes a dynamic 4-color design with supplementary video tutorials to enhance the learning process * Discusses common computer applications, including Adobe Reader (for reading PDF files) and Microsoft OneNote for Windows (for managing files). Additional productivity tools like OpenOffice.org are presented * Includes a comprehensive DVD with sample tutorial videos, project files from the text, figures, Excel functions and formulas, and MS Office shortcuts * Numerous instructor supplements and companion Web site available upon adoption




Microsoft Office and Beyond


Book Description

This book is a companion for students and novices to begin with the computing environment and the tasks associated with productivity software that will be used throughout their education and professional careers. Designed to primarily address the Windows operating system and the 2010 Microsoft Office application suite, it also includes instructions for students using OpenOffice and MacOS platforms. The focus of this text is to provide new students and those with some experience with the skills needed to proficiently discuss essential computer concepts, navigate and conduct basic tasks using an operating system, and develop files using basic productivity applications. Video tutorials on the DVD will support each chapter by demonstrating the principles presented. FEATURES: • Designed to address the Windows operating system and the 2010 Microsoft Office application suite • Integrates the use of both MacOS and OpenOffice into the text to describe the respective concepts in Windows and Microsoft Office • Includes 4-color design with supplementary video tutorials • Covers the topic of interoperability of the software packages throughout the text • Numerous instructor supplements available upon adoption • Includes a comprehensive DVD with project files, tips, figures, and shortcuts.




Microsoft Office 2013


Book Description

This book covers introductory Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, with an additional Windows 8 chapter. Move students beyond the point-and-click. The goal of the Exploring series is to move students beyond the point and click, to understanding the why and how behind each skill. And, because so much learning takes place outside of the classroom, this series provides learning tools that students can access anywhere, any time. Students go to college now with a different set of skills than they did years ago. With this in mind, the Exploring series seeks to move students beyond the basics of the software at a faster pace, without sacrificing coverage of the fundamental skills that everyone needs to know. NOTE: This is just the spiral bound book with access card that includes the online. content that used to be on the CD/DVD. ALERT: If the student wants access to MyITLab, they would need to order the package ISBN that includes the book and the MyITLab access card. There are many packages that include MyITLab so the student should request the ISBN from their Instructor before purchasing. Several versions of Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products exist for each title, and registrations are not transferable. To register for and use Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products, you may also need a Course ID, which your instructor will provide. One of the packages 013381016X / 9780133810165 Exploring Microsoft Office 2013, Volume 1 & MyITLab -- Access Card -- for Exploring Microsoft Office 2013 Package Package consists of 0133142671 / 9780133142679 Exploring Microsoft Office 2013, Volume 1 0133775143 / 9780133775143 MyITLab without Pearson eText -- Access Card -- for Exploring Microsoft Office 2013 (Replacement Card)




Absolute Beginner's Guide to Computer Basics, Portable Documents


Book Description

Everything casual users need to know to get the most out of their new Windows 7 PCs, software, and the Internet The best-selling beginner's guide, now completely updated for Windows 7 and today's most popular Internet tools - including Facebook, craigslist, Twitter, and Wikipedia Easy step-by-step instructions cover setting up a new PC, getting online, working with digital media, using productivity tools, and much more By the world's #1 author of beginning technology books, Michael Miller This year, you may be one of the millions of casual computer users that will buy a new Windows 7 notebook or desktop PC. You'll want to know how to find your way around, get comfortable, and get the job done - without jargon, complexity, or hassle. There's a book for you: Michael Miller's Absolute Beginner's Guide to Computer Basics, Windows 7 Edition. It's the one book that covers everything today's beginners and near-beginners need to know: not just about Windows, but also about software, hardware, and the Internet. Through 90+ books, author Michael Miller has established an unparalleled track record in explaining complicated concepts simply and clearly, and empowering beginners. Now, he's thoroughly updated his best-selling Absolute Beginner's Guide to Computer Basics to cover today's user experience - with Windows 7, Internet Explorer 8, and today's hottest online tools, from craigslist and Facebook to Twitter, Wikipedia, and Google Docs. Miller offers step-by-step instructions and friendly, practical advice for making the most of Windows 7's improvements, including the new taskbar, Action Center, and Aero Snap. He walks through setting up a new computer; connecting to the Internet; working with digital media; burning custom CDs; watching DVD movies; using Microsoft Office and other popular software; managing money online; setting up home networks; keeping PCs running reliably; and protecting them from spam, viruses, and spyware. This is the one indispensable book for today's PC novice.




The O'Leary Series: Microsoft Office 2013


Book Description

Timothy and Linda O'Leary Microsoft Office 2013: A Case Approach Making Office Relevant Timothy and Linda O'Leary and the Computer Information Technology Team at McGraw-Hill Higher Education offer your students a fully integrated learning program with time-tested quality and reliability. Office 2013: A Case Approach offers a running case study throughout the text to help students understand the material in a consistent, relevant environment. Through the theme “Making Office Relevant,” this text helps students understand why they need this course and skills. Updated for Office 2013, student success is assured through clear step-by-step instruction, plentiful screen captures, and conceptual explanations. Each lab, designed to be covered in 1 hour of class time, combines conceptual coverage with detailed software-specific instructions. The labs opens with a running case study that highlights real-world applications of each software program and leads students from problem to solution. The O'Leary Series helps students learn specific applications skills along with skills that cross all Office applications, which is especially important in mastering this version of Office. The O'Leary Series correlates with SIMnet Online, McGraw-Hill's online training and assessment program for Microsoft Office skills and basic computer concepts. Projects, however, are 1:1 within the SIMgrader component and allow students to practice their skills live in the Office application to receive immediate feedback via autograding. This integration with SIMnet helps meet the diverse needs of students and accommodate individual learning styles. Additional textbook resources can be found on the text's Online Learning Center: www.mhhe.com/olearyoffice2013. For more information on O’Leary; Microsoft Office 2013: A Case Approach and SIMnet Online for Office 2013, please visit www.simnetkeepitsimple.com or contact your McGraw-Hill representative.




Microsoft Office 2013/365 and Beyond


Book Description

This revision of the authors' Microsoft Office and Beyond covers the new Office 2013 version for Windows and the new subscription Office 365 version which includes both Windows and Mac. Fundamental computing skills as well as both Windows and Mac operating systems are covered in the early chapters for computer literacy. There is a greatly expanded set of end-of-chapter exercises and questions, as well as activities throughout each chapter. Supplementary materials included for this title will be video lectures for each chapter, PowerPoint slides for instructors, example solutions as appropriate for each chapter, and any files referenced or included in the text. Appendices cover the use of OneNote and the selection of a version of Office for the reader. --




The O'Leary Series: Microsoft Office Word 2013, Introductory


Book Description

Timothy and Linda O'Leary Microsoft Office 2013: A Case Approach Making Office Relevant Timothy and Linda O'Leary and the Computer Information Technology Team at McGraw-Hill Higher Education offer your students a fully integrated learning program with time-tested quality and reliability. Office 2013: A Case Approach offers a running case study throughout the text to help students understand the material in a consistent, relevant environment. Through the theme “Making Office Relevant,” this text helps students understand why they need this course and skills. Updated for Office 2013, student success is assured through clear step-by-step instruction, plentiful screen captures, and conceptual explanations. Each lab, designed to be covered in 1 hour of class time, combines conceptual coverage with detailed software-specific instructions. The labs opens with a running case study that highlights real-world applications of each software program and leads students from problem to solution. The O'Leary Series helps students learn specific applications skills along with skills that cross all Office applications, which is especially important in mastering this version of Office. The O'Leary Series correlates with SIMnet Online, McGraw-Hill's online training and assessment program for Microsoft Office skills and basic computer concepts. Projects, however, are 1:1 within the SIMgrader component and allow students to practice their skills live in the Office application to receive immediate feedback via autograding. This integration with SIMnet helps meet the diverse needs of students and accommodate individual learning styles. Additional textbook resources can be found on the text's Online Learning Center: www.mhhe.com/olearyoffice2013. For more information on O'Leary; Microsoft Office 2013: A Case Approach and SIMnet Online for Office 2013, please visit www.simnetkeepitsimple.com or contact your McGraw-Hill representative.




Microsoft Office Home and Student 2013 Step by Step


Book Description

The smart way to learn Microsoft Office Home and Student 2013—one step at a time! Experience learning made easy—and quickly teach yourself how to get more done with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote. With Step by Step, you set the pace—building and practicing the skills you need, just when you need them! Use Office anywhere with touch-enabled devices Save time and work more easily with templates Make professional-looking documents and presentations Build spreadsheets to calculate and visualize data Organize and share your best ideas with OneNote Work with friends using social media and the cloud




Enhanced Discovering Computers & Microsoft Office 2013: A Combined Fundamental Approach


Book Description

Combining computer concepts material from the best-selling Discovering Computers and step-by-step instruction on Office applications from Microsoft Office 2013, ENHANCED DISCOVERING COMPUTERS & MICROSOFT OFFICE 2013: A COMBINED FUNDAMENTAL APPROACH delivers the best of Shelly Cashman Series in one book for your Introduction to Computers course. For the past three decades, the Shelly Cashman Series has effectively introduced computer skills to millions of students. We're continuing our history of innovation by enhancing our proven pedagogy to engage you in more critical thought, personalization, and experimentation with Office 2013 software. In addition, computer concepts content has been fully updated and revised to reflect the evolving needs of Introductory Computing students, and focus solely on what you really need to know to be a successful digital citizen in college and beyond. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.