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PowerPoint 2010 for Dummies

by Doug Lowe

Published 1 January 2010
Start creating dynamite presentations with PowerPoint 2010

PowerPoint, the number one presentation software, has been revised and improved with the introduction of Microsoft Office 2010. More than 120 million people are using PowerPoint to create business and educational presentations worldwide.

Both new and veteran PowerPoint users will improve their skills with the fun and friendly advice in PowerPoint 2010 For Dummies. Bestselling author Doug Lowe makes it easy to grasp the new features and shows you how to create presentations with pizzazz.

PowerPoint is used in more than 60 countries to create visual presentations for business and educational settingsThe newest revision to PowerPoint adds new features, an online version of the software, and improved audiovisual and video editing capabilitiesThis easy-to-follow guide explains how to create and edit slides, import data from other applications, and add charts, clip art, sound, and videoAlso covers working with hyperlinks, creating Web pages with PowerPoint, video editing, and collaboration via online access

PowerPoint 2010 For Dummies helps you take full advantage of the enhancements in the new version, so you can create more effective and impressive presentations.

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Networking for Dummies

by Doug Lowe

Published 1 March 1994
Your company just hooked you up to a network and you're wondering what the heck you're supposed to do with it? Tired of burning spreadsheets onto CDs just so you can share them with coworkers, and you're wondering what it'll take to set up a network in your organization? Been tasked with setting up a network and you don't have a clue about where to begin? Don't fret, you'll find all the answers you're looking for in "Networking for Dummies".Written for even the most network shy novice, it begins with the most basic of basics. A network is nothing more than two or more computers connected by a cable (or wireless adapter) so that they can share information and progresses through all the essentials, from cables, routers and hubs to building a wireless network. In clear, simple language, peppered with enough wry quips and jabs at the cult of IT to make it fun, Doug Lowe walks you through: what a network is and how to use it; how to build a wired or wireless network; how to secure and optimize a network; how to troubleshoot a network; safely connecting a network to the Internet; and networking with all major operating systems.
This new edition of the bestselling guide features extensive updates on the latest networking tools and trends including new Windows Vista and Server 2003 R2 the latest broadband options, new storage and back ups, and an all new chapter on VoIP and Internet telephony.

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* Eight minibooks cover ASP.NET basics, Web controls, using HTML and ASP, C#, Visual Basic, database programming, using the .NET Framework, and advanced ASP.NET 2 (including themes, custom server controls, and Web parts)* The ideal resource for Web programming newcomers as well as the 1.5 million existing ASP developers who want a complete ready-reference that covers the new ASP.NET 2 updates* More than double the size of ASP.NET 2 For Dummies (0-7645-7907-X), the latest edition of the bestselling ASP beginner book that boasts combined sales of more than 100,000 copies across all editions* Written by veteran Dummies author Doug Lowe, who is renowned for his ability to explain complex topics in plain English

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The ultimate reference guide for network administrators

Network administrators now have a single, convenient place to turn for all the information they need. Networking All-in-One For Dummies, 4th Edition is like ten books in one, covering such topics as networking basics, network security, setting up TCP/IP and connecting to the Internet, handling mobile devices, and much more. This valuable book covers all the newest updates and trends, including Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2.

A single-source reference for network administratorsIncludes ten minibooks: Networking Basics; Building a Network; Network Administration and Security; TCP/IP and the Internet; Wireless Networking; Telecom, Convergence, and Mobile Devices; Windows Server 2008 Reference; Using Other Windows Servers; Linux Networking Reference; and AppendicesExplores the latest technologies in broadband, storage, and back-upDelves into new trends in networking and includes the latest Windows Server 2008 R2 and Windows 7 updates

System administrators will want to keep this practical all-in-one guide within reach.

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PowerPoint 2013 for Dummies

by Doug Lowe

Published 13 February 2013

Get up and running with this full-color guide to PowerPoint 2013!

PowerPoint, the number one presentation software, has been revised and improved with the introduction of Microsoft Office 2013. With this all-new, full-color book by your side, you will learn how to take full advantage of all of PowerPoint's powerful and dynamic capabilities. Bestselling veteran For Dummies, author Doug Lowe breaks it all down so that you can create a powerful and effective slideshow presentation with the new wide-screen theme and variant that incorporates videos, pictures, and shapes, and allows you to create customized icons using powerful tools.

Shows you how to create presentations with pizzazz using the new collection of themes, and then helps you align shapes, text boxes, and graphicsZeroes in on all of PowerPoint's updated features, such as zooming in and out smoothly, switch slides easily (in or out of sequence), and projecting to a second screenExplains how to Place and track comments next to the text you're discussing so everyone can see who replied to whom, and whenHighlights ways to work with hyperlinks, create web pages with PowerPoint, video edit, and much more

PowerPoint 2013 For Dummies points you to the power of this updated application so that you can create effective and impressive presentations.

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If you're setting up a network at home or creating and managing one for business, there are dozens of things to consider. "Networking All-In-One Desk Reference For Dummies, 2nd Edition" replaces a whole shelf full of reference books with one handy volume that covers just what you need to know. And with technology changing faster than the colors in a rock band's light show, you'll be glad this updated edition includes the latest information. Written by Doug Lowe, who's been managing corporate networks for more than 20 years, this helpful guide shows you how to work with all Windows XP service packs as well as Fedora Linux. It's made up of nine minibooks that cover: Networking basics; Building a network; Network administration and security; Troubleshooting and disaster planning; TCP/IP and the Internet; Home networking; Wireless networking; Windows 2003 server reference; and Linux reference. If you're a networking newbie, the first two minibooks gives you all the startup information to get your network up and running. If you've already done that, you're probably interested in keeping it running at peak performance.
Book IV is loaded with information about finding, diagnosing, and fixing problems you might encounter. Looking for the scoop on keeping your network safe from online bad guys? Check Book III. Want to go wireless? Book VII tells you what you need to know. In these pages, you'll find out how to: plan your network, select interface cards, hubs, and routers, and install all the hardware and software; set up your network so it's easy to use but hard to break into; create a disaster recovery plan; understand IP addresses, subnetting, routing, DHCP, DNS, and other TCP/IP protocols and tools; incorporate other gadgets into your home network, including VoIP Internet-based telephone service; and take advantage of the economical Linux networking alternative Best of all, it's easy to locate what you need. There's even a handy "cheat sheet" that puts really important information about cabling rules, private IP address ranges, valuable network administration tips, and helpful Web sites at your fingertips. With this book on hand, you'll experience a net increase in your networking prowess!

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Take your electronics skills to the next level! If you're looking for a solitary resource that covers everything you need to know about electronics, then look no further. This friendly-and-straightforward guide introduces the basics of electronics and enhances your learning experience by debunking and explaining concepts such as circuits, analog and digital, schematics, voltage, safety concerns, and more. Packed with nearly 900 pages of detailed information, this book shows you how to develop your own breadboard, design your own circuit, and get savvy with schematics. * Covers the basics of electronics and demystifies a variety of electronics concepts * Encourages you to dive in and design a variety of fun and interesting entertainment, electronics, mobile, and automotive projects * Offers troubleshooting advice for common electronics challenges * Reviews circuits, schematics, voltage, safety concerns, and much more So, get plugged in and start your next electronics project today with this book by your side!