Xbox 360 For Dummies

Author : Brian Johnson,Duncan Mackenzie
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2011-05-09
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781118084830

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Xbox 360 For Dummies by Brian Johnson,Duncan Mackenzie Pdf

Microsoft's Xbox now accounts for 37 percent of the game console market, and the new Xbox 360 is due out for the 2005 holiday season, months before Sony's PlayStation 3. When gamers take the new Xbox home, however, they'll soon discover that it's more than a just a game machine-it's a full-fledged home media hub with more power than most PCs. This friendly guide shows how to maximize both gaming and non-gaming features of this amazing machine. Topics covered include hooking up Xbox 360, taking advantage of HDTV and Dolby capabilities, using built-in digital video recording and wireless functions, storing media files, playing music, and displaying photos Shows how to have even more fun by taking an Xbox online for massively multiplayer gaming, instant messaging, and more Discusses the social potential of the Xbox, which people can use to make new friends, join groups and teams, and even throw fantastic parties Includes tips for securing the Xbox from online threats

Author : Danny Briere,Pat Hurley
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2015-09-01
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9780470411896

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Home Theater For Dummies by Danny Briere,Pat Hurley Pdf

Overwhelmed with big screen TV and home theater audio options? What do you need to build the perfect home theater experience? Home Theater For Dummies, 3rd Edition shows you how to plan a home theater system and choose components that fit your budget and your room. Beginning with the most basic information, this guide helps you choose what you need and put it all together. It explains DLP, 3LCD, HDMI, DTV, and HDTV so you can talk intelligently with salespeople at the electronics store. You’ll find out about Blu-ray, explore HD and satellite radio options, and see how to incorporate a Wii, Xbox, or Playstation 3 into your set-up. Learn to: Choose among plasma, LCD, and projection TVs Know the difference between digital TV and HDTV Assess and choose an LCD TV, a new 3D TV, or an HD radio Set up your audio system and TV for maximum performance Use a Media Center or Home Theater PC Fine-tune your system and add cool touches such as accessing home theater content from your cell phone Explore HD and satellite radio options, CD players, DVD-Audio disks, and options for old cassettes and vinyl Set up your system with the proper cables for each component, or learn what it takes to go wireless Calibrate your video with a calibration disk, an optical comparator, or a DVD containing THX Optimizer Get the perfect home theater experience by following the expert tips and techniques presented in Home Theater For Dummies, 3rd Edition. You’ll be watching movies and listening to audio in no time!

Author : Woody Leonhard
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1242 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2013-11-06
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781118821008

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Windows 8.1 All-in-One For Dummies by Woody Leonhard Pdf

Ten minibooks in one get you thoroughly caught up on Windows 8.1! With new improvements and changes, Windows 8.1 offers a refreshed user interface, better integration between the new and traditional Windows interfaces, and more. This updated top-selling guide is what you need to get up to speed on everything Windows 8.1. Nine minibooks in one cover such essential topics as navigating the new Start Screen, understanding Windows 8.1 apps, securing Windows 8.1, and much more. Take the guesswork out of Windows 8.1 from day one with this complete, all-in-one resource. Helps you get up to speed on the Windows 8.1 operating system, including its Start Screen, which is a feature sure to please traditional Windows users Provides top-notch guidance from trusted and well-known Windows expert and author Woody Leonhard Covers Windows 8.1 inside and out, including how to customize the Start screen, manage apps, and control privacy Delves into core Windows 8.1 apps such as e-mail, people, and SkyDrive Shows you how to connect online, add hardware, back up and update, and secure Windows 8.1 Discover new improvements, old favorites, and everything in between with Windows 8.1 All-in-One For Dummies.

Author : Bill Loguidice,Christina Loguidice
Publisher : Que Publishing
Page : 483 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2012-01-26
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780132832069

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My Xbox by Bill Loguidice,Christina Loguidice Pdf

This is the quick, visual, one-stop tutorial for everyone who wants to get maximum fun and entertainment out of their Xbox 360, Xbox Live, and Kinect controller. Gaming experts Christina and Bill Loguidice cover everything Xbox has to offer, uncovering cool features and tools most users won't ever discover on their own. You learn how to get started with Xbox 360; fast-network your Xbox 360s; run the media content in your Windows PCs; personalize your Xbox experiences; find great stuff on Microsoft's Game, Video, and Music Marketplaces; get acquainted with your Xbox friends and communities; get to know the Kinect controller and Hub; and find great Kinect games and get better at playing them. This book's concise, step-by-step instructions link to callouts on Xbox screen captures that show you exactly what to do. Tips and Notes help you discover powerful new techniques and shortcuts, and Help features guide you past common problems. This book is designed for all 50,000,000 Xbox 360 owners: from those who've just purchased their first system, to those diving headfirst into Kinect gaming, to millions of Xbox Live subscribers who want to get even more out of Microsoft's online services.

Author : Lawrence C. Miller
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2011-03-23
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781118086568

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Home Networking Do-It-Yourself For Dummies by Lawrence C. Miller Pdf

Step by step guide to connecting all your electronic devices into one network A home network allows you to share Internet connections, photos, video, music, game consoles, printers, and other electronic gadgets. This do-it-yourself guide shows you step by step how to create a wired or wireless network in your home. In the For Dummies tradition of making technology less intimidating, Home Networking Do-It-Yourself For Dummies breaks down the process into easy steps with clear instructions. Increasing broadband speeds, cellular technology, the explosive growth of iPhone sales, and the new Home Group feature in Windows 7 all contribute to a booming interest in home networking This step-by-step guide walks do-it-yourselfers through the process of setting up a wired or wireless network with Windows 7 and Windows Vista Demonstrates how to connect desktops or laptops, printers, a home server, a router, high-speed Internet access, a video game system, a telephone line, and entertainment peripherals Shows how to share files, music, and video, and connect to an iPhone Provides maintenance and troubleshooting tips Home Networking Do-It-Yourself For Dummies enables you to take advantage of everything a home network can offer without hiring a technology wizard.

Author : Bill Loguidice,Christina Loguidice
Publisher : Que Publishing
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2014-05-26
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780133539936

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My Xbox One by Bill Loguidice,Christina Loguidice Pdf

My Xbox One Step-by-step instructions with callouts to colorful Xbox One images that show you exactly what to do Help when you run into problems with Xbox One, Kinect™, Xbox Live®, or SmartGlass Tips and Notes to help you get the most from your Xbox One system Full-color, step-by-step tasks show how to have maximum fun with your new Xbox One! Learn how to • Set up Xbox One, Kinect, and Xbox Live quickly–and start having fun now! • Personalize settings, gamertags, avatars, gamerpics… your whole Xbox One experience • Start your party, add chat, use built-in Skype, even make group video calls • Capture video of your best gameplay moments with Game DVR • Watch great video from practically anywhere: cable or satellite, DVD, Blu-ray, Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon Prime, and more • Play or stream all the music you love • Web surf with Xbox One’s supercharged version of Internet Explorer • Use SmartGlass to transform your iPhone, iPad, Android, or Windows 8 device into a second Xbox screen or remote control CATEGORY: Consumer Electronics COVERS: Xbox One USER LEVEL: Beginning-Intermediate

Author : Danny Briere,Pat Hurley,Edward Ferris
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 421 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2011-02-08
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781118052457

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Wireless Home Networking For Dummies by Danny Briere,Pat Hurley,Edward Ferris Pdf

Wireless home networks are better than ever! The emergence of new industry standards has made them easier, more convenient, less expensive to own and operate. Still, you need to know what to look for (and look out for), and the expert guidance you’ll find in Wireless Home Networks For Dummies, 3rd Edition helps you ensure that your wire-free life is also a hassle-free life! This user-friendly, plain-English guide delivers all of the tips, tricks, and knowledge you need to plan your wireless home network, evaluate and select the equipment that will work best for you, install and configure your wireless network, and much more. You’ll find out how to share your Internet connection over your network, as well as files, printers, and other peripherals. And, you’ll learn how to avoid the “gotchas” that can creep in when you least expect them. Discover how to: Choose the right networking equipment Install and configure your wireless network Integrate Bluetooth into your network Work with servers, gateways, routers, and switches Connect audiovisual equipment to your wireless network Play wireless, multiuser computer games Establish and maintain your network’s security Troubleshoot networking problems Improve network performance Understand 802.11n Whether you’re working with Windows PCs, Mac OS X machines, or both Wireless Home Networking For Dummies, 3rd Edition, makes it fast and easy to get your wireless network up and running—and keep it that way!

Author : Andy Rathbone
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 435 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2013-09-25
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781118821022

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Windows 8.1 For Dummies by Andy Rathbone Pdf

The bestselling book on Windows, now updated for the new 8.1 features Microsoft has fine-tuned Windows 8 with some important new features, and veteran author Andy Rathbone explains every one in this all-new edition of a long-time bestseller. Whether you're using Windows for the first time, upgrading from an older version, or just moving from Windows 8 to 8.1, here's what you need to know. Learn about the dual interfaces, the new Start button, how to customize the interface and boot operations, and how to work with programs and files, use the web and social media, manage music and photos, and much more. You'll even find troubleshooting tips! This edition covers the upgrades in Windows 8.1, including the dual interfaces, basic mechanics, file storage, and how to get the free upgrade to Windows 8.1 Shows how to manipulate app tiles, give Windows the look you choose, set up boot-to-desktop capabilities, connect to a network, and create user accounts Covers working with programs, apps, and files; using the Internet and social media; new apps and capabilities for working with onboard and online media; and how to move files to a new PC Written by Andy Rathbone, author of every edition of the bestselling Windows For Dummies Windows 8.1 For Dummies is exactly what you need to get going and be productive with the newest Windows update.

Author : Andy Rathbone
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 949 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-20
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781118605226

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Windows 8 & Office 2010 For Dummies eBook Set by Andy Rathbone Pdf

Two complete e-books covering Windows and Office for one low price! This unique value-priced e-book set brings together two bestselling For Dummies books in a single e-book file. Including a comprehensive table of contents and the full text of each book, complete with cover, this e-book set gives you in-depth information on the leading PC productivity tools: Windows 8 and Office 2010. Best of all, you'll pay less than the cost of each book purchased separately. You'll get the complete text of: Windows 8 For Dummies, which covers The core components of Windows 8, the new Start screen, and how to work with programs and files Getting online with Internet Explorer, using e-mail and accessing social networks Playing CDs, music, and movies; working with photos, and customizing Windows Using Windows 8 on a touchscreen tablet Office 2010 For Dummies, which shows you how to Use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access Find recently used files and save, open, and close them with Backstage View Format Word documents and analyze data with Excel Create PowerPoint presentations with charts, graphics, movies, and sound About the authors Andy Rathbone, author of Windows 8 For Dummies, is an expert on PC operation and repair as well as tablet computing, and is the bestselling author of all editions of Windows For Dummies. Wallace Wang, author of Office 2010 For Dummies, is the bestselling author of several dozen computer books, including Beginning Programming For Dummies.

Author : Douglas Thompson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2005-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1411661397

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Xbox 360: A Complete Guide by Douglas Thompson Pdf

A complete guide to the Xbox 360, hardware, accessories, setup and use. This guide is written to assist you in setting up the Xbox 360 console, it's accessories and playing the newest video games.How to set up the video (standard and high definition), audio (surround sound or stereo) and networking (wired Ethernet or WiFi, 802.11 A B or G wireless) capabilities of the game machine.An understaning of Microsoft Xbox Live service and the operation of the Dashboard. The new reputation, scores and zones of the Live service.Detailed instructions to attach your MP3 player, Ipod, digital camera to play music and view pictures. Connecting Windows XP Media Center computers to watch videos through the Xbox 360.

Author : Sean Walberg,Loyd Case,Joel Durham, Jr.,Derek Torres
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 623 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2009-11-19
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780470619568

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Wireless All In One For Dummies by Sean Walberg,Loyd Case,Joel Durham, Jr.,Derek Torres Pdf

Link up, connect, or create a network-with no wires attached! With such an amazing abundance of electronic devices available in our daily lives, wouldn't it be nice to eliminate getting wrangled by all those wires? With this guide by your side, a team of technical authors walks you through creating a network in your home or office-without the expense and hassle of stringing cable or paying a network administrator. Eight self-contained minibooks answer your questions about wireless devices and wireless networks and address everything from hardware security to wireless hobbies and GPS. Clear, step-by-step instructions show you how to link your TV, computers, PDAs, laptops, TiVo, and sound systems to your wireless network. Discover how to configure networks and create a completely wireless environment Incorporate various hardware into your wireless network, such as notebook computers, handheld devices, sound systems, and printers Tackle common security issues and best troubleshooting practices Learn all the basics of wireless computing and how to make it work for you With this book, it's easier than ever to to create an office or home network on a Windows platform. Don't be a bird on a wire-become a part of a wireless world!

Author : Farkas
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8131749355

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The Xbox 360 Pocket Guide by Farkas Pdf

Author : Brian Johnson,Duncan Mackenzie,Harvey Chute
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2007-06-30
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780470189733

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Zune For Dummies by Brian Johnson,Duncan Mackenzie,Harvey Chute Pdf

Let Microsoft insiders Brian Johnson and Duncan Mackenzie introduce you to Zune, the exciting new portable media player that plays both audio and video. They explain the numerous entertaining possibilities of Zune, such as transferring a music collection to your Zune, purchasing new music, connecting with friends who share similar taste in music via ZuneLive!, and hooking Zune to your Xbox 360. Additional fun features covered include watching video on Zune, subscribing to podcasts, creating content to share with others, and a preview of upcoming Zune models.

Author : Woody Leonhard
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2011-02-04
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781118052099

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Windows Home Server For Dummies by Woody Leonhard Pdf

If you work in an office, you probably don’t lose much sleep worrying about whether your files are safe if your PC melts down. Company IT departments handle those things for business networks. But how about all those precious photos, address lists, the family genealogy, and everything else that lives on your home network? Windows Home Server can save the day if one of your personal PCs hiccups, and Windows Home Server For Dummies serves up all the stuff you need to know to put it to work. Forget everything you’ve heard about previous versions of Windows Server; this all-new variation has been designed for people who don’t wear white lab coats or pocket protectors. Woody Leonhard has tested it and it passed with flying colors. If you have a home or small business network, this book shows you how Windows Home Server helps you Share files among all the PCs in your home Access your files from anywhere Make regular backups automatically Store files securely Play music, TV shows, or movies on your Xbox Share multimedia across your network Keep your virus protection and system upgrades up to date Get regular reports on the overall health of your network Windows Home Server For Dummies provides sage advice on choosing a version of Windows Home Server, installing it, setting up users and passwords, using remote access, scheduling automatic scans and backups, and having fun with multimedia. Trust Woody— you’ll sleep better.

Author : Joe Hutsko
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2009-06-29
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780470469149

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Green Gadgets For Dummies by Joe Hutsko Pdf

Save some green by going green with these environmentally friendly gadgets! With concern for the future of our environment growing stronger and more serious every day, there has never been a better time to take a new approach to some of the most popular gizmos and gadgets on the market and learn how you can convernt to electronics that have minimal environmental impact. Green gadgets encompass everything from iPods to energy-efficient home entertainment devices to solar laptop chargers and crank-powered gizmos. This helpful resource explains how to research green gadgets, make a smart purchasing decision, use products you already own in a more environmentally friendly way, and say goodbye to electronics that zap both energy and money. Explore the environmental and financial benefits of green gadgets with this friendly reference Discusses which gadgets save energy-and which ones create energy Learn ways to offset your carbon footprint when you can't reduce consumption Get tips for understanding products labels and avoiding "greenwash" Discover how to calculate the energy and money your gadgets consume Get moving and start living green with this informative guide to environmentally and wallet-friendly gadgets! Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.