Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Book Review: New Tech Books

Windows 8: The Missing Manual

Do you have a lot of questions about Windows 8? Since the radical change in Windows last year, many customers are confused on how to use the new features. This book answers beginner questions about Windows 8 like “Where is my Start Menu?” and “Are my old programs compatible?”
Other topics include security, included software, Internet Explorer, photos and video, backing up, printing, and more.

Network Security

With the rise of malicious hackers on the Internet, it couldn’t hurt to become savvier in the world of cyber security. With this book, you can learn to defend your network against a wide range of existing and emerging threats.
Topics include attacker types, exploits used, and how to prevent them from accessing your data.

Microsoft Word 2013

Microsoft has done it again. In their latest version of Microsoft Word, they have added support for Windows 8, which allows for office documents to be manipulated in the cloud!
Learn how to create documents on your PC or touch-enabled device, create custom styles/templates, organize content, collaborate on SkyDrive, and more.

Kindle Fire HD: The Missing Manual

Do you own a Kindle Fire? Maybe. Do you know how to use it? Maybe not. This book is written to bring you up to speed on how to use a Kindle Fire HD. You’ll learn how to download music onto the device, browse the web, watch TV shows and movies, and of course, read!
Other topics include sending email, playing games, listening to audiobooks, and more.

Laptops for Dummies

Learn the basics of laptops with this book. If you are considering buying one, this book will help you assess your needs. If you already own one, this book gives step by step instructions on how to set it up, what the different slots are, how to start it, how to connect to the Internet, and maintain it.

HTML

Have you ever wanted to design your own website? How about modify and existing one? With this book, you can get started with creating custom websites in minutes. Learn the key skills and concepts, practice your knowledge with hands on exercises, get tips from the experts, and more.
Other topics include multimedia, Cascading Style Sheets, and JavaScript.

Networking for Dummies

This book will put you on your way to becoming a networking guru. It begins with an overview of standards, hardware, network operating systems, and other essentials, and moves on to TCP/IP, security, servers, and finally, Linux. 

Reviewed by S. Lutz