This is just a small sample of the types of items you can check out with your DeKalb County Public Library card. Feel free to ask staff to help you find other titles.

If you’re browsing the shelves inside a branch, many computer-related books (from beginner to advanced) are in the 004-006 range of the non-fiction section. Most books about typing have call numbers that begin with 652.3. In branches that have separate Adult Basic Education sections, you may also find computer-related and typing books shelved together with other materials that have "LEA" in front of the call numbers.

Updated December 17, 2011

• Go! : with basic computer concepts ; getting started
  

  The primary goal of GO! with Computer Concepts Getting Started is to introduce students to basic computer concepts. Definition and discussion of computer types, hardware, software, network types and safe computing practices. Ideal for students and others seeking a conclusive introduction to computer concepts.

  
  
  
• The Internet for dummies
  

  Would-be Internet surfers learn life-saving techniques in this guide to the Internet. Cartoons, tips, hints, and technical boxes lead the way to instructions on connecting to the Internet, using tools such as e-mail, mailing lists, and network news, file transfer, navigation tools, and troubleshooting. A reference section lists public Internet service providers, sources of Internet software, read more ...
  
  

  Would-be Internet surfers learn life-saving techniques in this guide to the Internet. Cartoons, tips, hints, and technical boxes lead the way to instructions on connecting to the Internet, using tools such as e-mail, mailing lists, and network news, file transfer, navigation tools, and troubleshooting. A reference section lists public Internet service providers, sources of Internet software, on-line resources and publications, and Internet geographic zones. Includes a glossary. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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• Mavis Beacon teaches typing! : a brief course [the book]
  

  Teaches proper key reaches for the letter keys, top-row keys and symbols. Includes a variety of drills that increase speed and accuracy.

  
  
  
• The Seven Steps to Keyboarding for Success : a Comprehensive Guide for All Computer Users
  

  "A book for all computer users." (cover)

  
  
  
• Teach Yourself Visually PCs
  

  PCs made easy for visual learners

  Beginning computer users who want to see visually how things are done will learn quickly and easily with this full-color, step-by-step guide. Screen shots show clearly what you will see at each step, and numbered instructions guide you through dozens of common PC tasks. You'll learn all the basics, plus some intermediate topics including how t read more ...
  
  

  PCs made easy for visual learners

  Beginning computer users who want to see visually how things are done will learn quickly and easily with this full-color, step-by-step guide. Screen shots show clearly what you will see at each step, and numbered instructions guide you through dozens of common PC tasks. You'll learn all the basics, plus some intermediate topics including how to use multimedia applications, the Internet, wireless technologies, Windows 7, Office 2010, mobile devices, and key security processes.

  • Computer literacy is essential in today's world; this full-color guide makes it easy for visual learners to get up to speed quickly
  • Covers basic operating procedures, hardware and software, Windows 7, networks, the Internet, wireless devices, using multimedia applications, Office 2010, syncing with mobile devices, virus protection, and much more
  • Each lesson is fully illustrated with screen shots and numbered, step-by-step instructions

  If you learn best when someone shows you how it's done, Teach Yourself VISUALLY PCs is the computer book you've been looking for. 

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• Office 2007 all-in-one desk reference for dummies
  

  Revised and updated to cover changes to all of Office's applications and productivity tools, this edition covers Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, and productivity tools such as Microsoft OneNote and SharePoint.

  
  
  

• Word 2007 : the missing manual
  

  Word 2007: The Missing Manual offers complete coverage of Microsoft Word's dazzling new look and dramatically new way of doing things. With a unique and witty style that helps you learn quickly, this entertaining book doesn't just explain how every feature works-it shows you which tools to use and which to avoid. The important stuff you need to know: Learn how to navigate Word using the ribbon- read more ...
  
  

  Word 2007: The Missing Manual offers complete coverage of Microsoft Word's dazzling new look and dramatically new way of doing things. With a unique and witty style that helps you learn quickly, this entertaining book doesn't just explain how every feature works-it shows you which tools to use and which to avoid. The important stuff you need to know: Learn how to navigate Word using the ribbon-the new tabbed toolbar. Create and quickly format documents using templates and themes. Craft sophisticated page layouts with forms, tables, and graphics. Assemble long and complex documents with outlines and Master Documents. Share your documents with the world and collaborate with others. Master Word's powerful mail merge tool-great for sending out form letters. Customize Word with timesaving macros and the Visual Basic scripting language. Book jacket.

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• Word 2007 all-in-one desk reference for dummies
  

  How do I create columns? What about a mail merge? Can I write my blog in Word? And what on earth is that Ribbon thing? These and dozens of other questions about Word 2007 are answered in this handy reference! Find out how to add graphics and footnotes, create a table of contents, share Word documents, and much more. Discover how to: Use the new Ribbon interface, Work with templates and themes,  read more ...
  
  

  How do I create columns? What about a mail merge? Can I write my blog in Word? And what on earth is that Ribbon thing? These and dozens of other questions about Word 2007 are answered in this handy reference! Find out how to add graphics and footnotes, create a table of contents, share Word documents, and much more. Discover how to: Use the new Ribbon interface, Work with templates and themes, Insert tables, diagrams, and clip art, Collaborate and review documents, Create mailings and send faxes, Write macros. Book jacket.

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• Excel 2007 : the missing manual
  

  This text covers the entire gamut of how to build spreadsheets, add and format information, print reports, create charts and graphics, and use basic formulas and functions using the new Excel.

  
  
  
• Excel 2007 for dummies
  

  Completely rewritten to reflect the major changes Microsoft has made to Office, this reference includes information on creating and editing worksheets, formatting cells, entering formulas, creating and editing charts, inserting graphs, designing database forms, adding database records, using seek-and-find options, adding hyperlinks to worksheets, and more.

  
  
  

• PowerPoint 2007 for dummies
  

  New and inexperienced PowerPoint users will discover how to use the latest enhancements to PowerPoint 2007 quickly and efficiently so that they can produce unique and informative presentations PowerPoint continues to be the world's most popular presentation software This updated For Dummies guide shows users different ways to create powerful and effective slideshow presentations that incorpora read more ...
  
  

  New and inexperienced PowerPoint users will discover how to use the latest enhancements to PowerPoint 2007 quickly and efficiently so that they can produce unique and informative presentations PowerPoint continues to be the world's most popular presentation software This updated For Dummies guide shows users different ways to create powerful and effective slideshow presentations that incorporate data from other applications in the form of charts, clip art, sound, and video Shares the key features of PowerPoint 2007 including creating and editing slides, working with hyperlinks and action buttons, and preparing presentations for the Web

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