Are you a visual learner? Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something?and skip the long–winded explanations? If so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you'll find clear, full–color illustrations that introduce you to computers, from working with different operating systems, applications, e–mail, and the Internet to the newest wireless devices, digital video technologies, and multimedia formats. Each task–based spread includes these great features to get you up and running on your computer in no time: Jargon–free captions that offer practical tips and tricks Succinct explanations that walk you through step by step Full–color illustrations that demonstrate each concept or task Self–contained lessons that break big topics into bite–sized modules Learn How To: Choose a computer, printer, and software Understand memory and data storage Find your way around Windows® XP or Mac OS® X Install and uninstall programs Create word documents, spreadsheets, and presentations Use multimedia applications and the Internet