Publisher's Synopsis
Stop missing out! It′s time to discover all the Internet has tooffer let′s get started!
The Internet is an essential part of life for millions. Are youready to join them? Let this book be your guide it′s beengiving new Internet users confidence for 18 years! You′ll learn howto get online and find things on the web, download music andmovies, shop, exchange e–mail, bank and pay bills, join Facebookand Twitter, and much more.
Meet the Internet see what it is, interpret the lingo,and learn all about security and privacy issues
Climb aboard move step by step through picking anInternet provider and getting your computer online
Ready, set, browse use your browser to find your wayaround the web
Communicate exchange e–mail and instant messages, useInternet–based video conferencing, and chat
Make friends get started with Facebook and Twitter andknow how to safeguard your information
Entertain yourself enjoy videos and music, shop foranything you want, pay your bills, and manage your investments all online
Watch out sidestep online hazards such as spam, spyware,and viruses
Publish start a blog to share your views, or post photosand videos online
Open the book and find:
What parents should know to keep kids safe
Where to find online games
Why you should consider using Firefox or Chrome
How to set up a home network
Cool things you can find and do online
Secrets for filtering spam outof your e–mail
Twitter tips
Advice on using Facebook privacy options
Learn to:
Pick the web browser that works best for you
Set up e–mail and find anything with a web search
Take advantage of Facebook, Twitter, and other social mediasites
Stream media on your PC or mobile device
