Part I: First Steps with Your Laptop 5
Chapter 1: Discovering the Laptop Advantage 7
Chapter 2: Buying a Laptop 19
Chapter 3: Setting Up Your Laptop 37
Chapter 4: Managing Power 53
Chapter 5: Opting for a Tablet Computer 63
Part II: Exploring Windows 73
Chapter 6: Getting around the Windows 7 Desktop 75
Chapter 7: Setting Up Your Display 99
Chapter 8: Getting Help with Vision, Hearing, and Dexterity Challenges 113
Chapter 9: Setting Up Printers and Scanners 133
Chapter 10: Getting Help 151
Part III: Having Fun and Getting Things Done with Software 167
Chapter 11: Working with Software Programs 169
Chapter 12: Working with Files and Folders 183
Chapter 13: Using the Desktop Gadget Gallery and Gadgets 205
Chapter 14: Using Microsoft Works 219
Chapter 15: Getting the Most from Movies and Digital Photos 241
Chapter 16: Playing Music in Windows 7 259
Chapter 17: Playing Games in Windows 7 273
Chapter 18: Dabbling with Online Programs291
Part IV: Exploring the Internet 305
Chapter 19: Understanding Internet Basics 307
Chapter 20: Browsing the Web with Internet Explorer 323
Chapter 21: Staying Safe While Online 343
Chapter 22: Keeping In Touch with E-Mail 365
Chapter 23: Connecting with People Online 391
Chapter 24: Getting Involved in the Social Net 407
Part V: Taking Care of Your Laptop 421
Chapter 25: Laptop Security and Safety 423
Chapter 26: Maintaining Windows 445
Index 465
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