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My Internet for Seniors, 1st edition
Published by Que Publishing (February 15, 2016) © 2016
- Michael R. Miller
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Chapter 1: Choosing an Internet Service Provider for Your Home    3
What the Internet Is--And How It Works    4
Understanding Internet Service Providers    4
Connecting to Your ISPÂ Â Â Â 5
Examining Different Types of Internet Connections    6
DSLÂ Â Â Â 7
Cable    7
Fiber Optic    8
Satellite    8
Dial-Up    9
Comparing Different Types of Connections    9
Installing Internet Service    11
Install with a Modem and Wireless Router    12
Install with an Internet Gateway    13
Chapter 2: Connecting to the Internet--At Home or Away    17
Connecting to a Home Network    17
Connect with a Windows 10 Computer    18
Connect with a Windows 8/8.1 Computer    20
Connect with a Windows 7 Computer    22
Connect with a Mac Computer    23
Connect with an Apple iPhone or iPad    24
Connect with an Android Smartphone or Tablet    25
Connecting to a Public Wi-Fi Hotspot    26
Connect with a Windows 10 Computer    26
Connect with a Windows 8/8.1 Computer    28
Connect with a Windows 7 Computer    30
Connect with a Mac Computer    31
Connect with an Apple iPhone or iPad    31
Connect with an Android Smartphone or Tablet    33
Chapter 3: Choosing and Using a Web Browser    37
Comparing Web Browsers    38
Using Microsoft Edge for Windows 10Â Â Â Â 39
Go to a New Web Page    39
Work with Tabs    40
Save Favorite Pages    41
Return to a Favorite Page    41
Browse in Private    42
Browse in Reading View    43
Configure Browser Settings    44
Using Internet Explorer    45
Go to a New Web Page    45
Work with Tabs    46
Save Favorite Pages    46
Return to a Favorite Page    47
Browse in Private    48
Configure Browser Settings    48
Using Google Chrome    49
Open and Browse Web Pages    50
Work with Tabs    51
Bookmark Favorite Pages    52
Return to a Bookmarked Page    53
Browse Anonymously in Incognito Mode    54
Configure Browser Settings    54
Using Mozilla Firefox    55
Open and Browse Web Pages    55
Work with Tabs    56
Bookmark Favorite Pages    57
Return to a Bookmarked Page    57
Browse Anonymously in Private Mode    58
Configure Browser Settings    59
Using Apple Safari    59
Open and Browse Web Pages    60
Work with Tabs    61
Bookmark Favorite Pages    61
Return to a Bookmarked Page    62
Browse Anonymously in Private Mode    62
Configure Browser Settings    63
Chapter 4: Browsing and Searching the Web    65
How the Web Works    65
Browsing the Web    68
Enter a Web Address    69
Follow a Link    70
Searching the Web    70
How Search Engines Work    71
How Web Searches Work    71
Constructing an Effective Query    72
Searching with Google    73
Conduct a Basic Search    74
Fine-Tune Your Search Results    75
Search for Images    76
Searching with Bing    77
Conduct a Basic Search    78
Fine-Tune Your Search    78
Search for Images    79
Researching Online with Wikipedia    80
Search Wikipedia    80
Read an Article    81
Chapter 5: Shopping Safely Online    85
Making a Purchase Online    85
Discover Online Retailers    86
Search or Browse for Merchandise    87
Examine the Product    88
Make a Purchase    89
Check Out and Pay    90
How to Shop Safely Online    92
Shop Safely    92
Buying and Selling on eBay    94
Bid in an eBay Auction    95
Buy a Fixed Price Item    97
Sell an Item    99
Buying and Selling on Craigslist    102
Buy an Item on Craigslist    102
Sell an Item on Craigslist    104
Chapter 6: Using Facebook and Other Social Media    109
Using Facebook    109
Discover Friends on Facebook    110
Post a Status Update    112
Find Out What Your Friends Are Up To    115
Explore Your Friends’ Timelines    117
Using LinkedIn    118
Edit Your Profile    119
Find New Connections    120
Receive and Reply to Private Messages    122
Compose a New Message    123
Post a Status Update    124
Using Pinterest    125
Create New Pinboards    125
Find and Repin Interesting Items    126
Pin an Item from a Web Page    127
Find People to Follow    129
Using Twitter    130
Find Tweeters to Follow    131
View Tweets    132
Post a Tweet    134
Chapter 7: Finding Old Friends--And Making New Ones    137
Discovering Old Friends on Social Media    138
Find Friends on Facebook    138
Find Colleagues on LinkedIn    141
Searching for Friends on Google and Bing    143
Finding Friends on People Finder Sites    145
AnyWho    145
PeekYou    145
Spokeo    146
That’sThem    146
White Pages    147
Zabasearch    147
Making New Friends on Online Dating Sites    149
eHarmony Senior Dating    150
Match.com    150
OKCupid    151
OurTime    152
SeniorPeopleMeet    153
Chapter 8: Finding News, Sports, and Weather Online    157
Reading the News Online    157
National and International News    158
Local News    160
Keeping Up with Your Favorite Sports Online    161
Sports Portals    162
Major League Sports Sites    163
Getting Weather Forecasts Online    165
Weather Portals    165
Chapter 9: Watching Movies, TV Shows, and Videos Online    169
Watching Movies and TV on Netflix    170
Watch a Program on Netflix    170
Watching TV Shows on Hulu    173
Watch TV Programs on Hulu    173
Viewing and Sharing Videos on YouTube    175
View a Video    175
Upload Your Own Video    177
Chapter 10: Listening to Music Online    181
Listening to Streaming Music Services    182
Listen to Pandora    182
Listen to Spotify    184
Listening to Local Radio Stations Online    186
Listen to iHeartRadio    186
Listen to TuneIn    188
Chapter 11: Getting Productive Online    193
Using Microsoft Office Online    194
Create or Open a File    195
Use Word Online for Word Processing    196
Use Excel Online for Spreadsheets    198
Use PowerPoint Online for Presentations    200
Using Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides    202
Create or Open a File    202
Use Google Docs for Word Processing    204
Use Google Sheets for Spreadsheets    205
Use Google Slides for Presentations    207
Storing Your Files Online    209
Use Google Drive    210
Use Microsoft OneDrive    211
Chapter 12: Sharing Your Photos Online    215
Sharing Photos with Google Photos    216
Upload Photos from Your PCÂ Â Â Â 217
View Photos    218
Share Photos with Others    219
Download Photos to Your PCÂ Â Â Â 221
Use the Google Photos Mobile App    222
Sharing Photos on Flickr    225
Upload Photos from Your PCÂ Â Â Â 225
View Photos    227
Download Photos to Your PCÂ Â Â Â 228
Share Photos with Others    229
Sharing Photos on Shutterfly    231
Upload Photos from Your PCÂ Â Â Â 232
View Your Photos    233
Share Photos with Others    234
Print Photos    235
Chapter 13: Exploring Your Genealogy Online    239
Using Ancestry.com    239
Start Your Family Tree    240
View Your Family Tree    242
Using FamilySearch    244
Create a Family Tree    244
Search for Additional Information    246
Chapter 14: Managing Your Finances Online    249
Banking Online    249
Do Online Banking    250
Pay Your Bills Online    251
Tracking Your Investments    252
View Financial Information Online    252
Chapter 15: Tracking Your Health Online    255
Finding Medical Information Online    255
Search Online Health Sites    256
Searching for Physicians Online    258
Find a Doctor    258
Ordering Prescription Drugs Online    259
Shop Online Pharmacies    260
Chapter 16: Playing Games Online    263
Exploring Different Types of Games    263
Arcade Games    264
Board Games    264
Brain Training Games    265
Card Games    266
Casino Games    266
Puzzle and Matching Games    267
Simulation Games    268
Sports Games    268
Trivia Games    269
Word Games    270
Finding Online Games    271
Discover Multigame Websites    272
Find Other Games Online    273
Chapter 17: Emailing Friends and Family    277
Understanding How Email Works    277
Email Addresses    278
POP/IMAP Email    278
Web-Based Email    279
Emailing with Gmail    280
Receive and Reply to Messages    280
Send a New Message    282
Send a File as an Attachment    283
Emailing with Yahoo! Mail    284
Receive and Reply to Messages    284
Send a New Message    285
Send a File as an Attachment    286
Chapter 18: Video Chatting with Friends and Family    289
Video Calling with Skype    290
Add a Contact    290
Make a Video Call    292
Make a Voice Call    293
Video Calling with Google Hangouts    294
Start a Video Hangout    294
Make a Voice Call    296
Chapter 19: Exploring the Mobile Internet with Your Smartphone or Tablet    299
Connecting and Browsing on an iPhone or iPad    299
Connect to a Wi-Fi Network    300
Browse the Web with Safari    303
Connecting and Browsing on an Android Phone or Tablet    305
Connect to a Wi-Fi Network    305
Browse the Web with Chrome    308
Discovering Essential Mobile Apps    310
Email Apps    311
Social Media Apps    312
Video Chat Apps    313
Streaming Video Apps    315
Streaming Music Apps    316
Shopping Apps    317
Other Useful Apps    319
Chapter 20: Staying Safe Online    323
Protecting Against Identity Theft and Phishing Scams    324
Avoid Phishing Scams    325
Keep Your Private Information Private    327
Hide Personal Information on Facebook    329
Make Your Facebook Posts Private    330
Protecting Against Online Fraud    331
Identify Online Scams    331
Avoid Online Fraud    333
Avoid Offline Fraud    333
Protecting Against Computer Viruses and Other Malware    336
Identify a Malware Infection    336
Protect Against Malware Infection    338
Use Anti-Malware Software    339
Protecting Against Online Attacks and Intrusions    340
Employ a Firewall    340
Glossary    343
Index    351
What the Internet Is--And How It Works    4
Understanding Internet Service Providers    4
Connecting to Your ISPÂ Â Â Â 5
Examining Different Types of Internet Connections    6
DSLÂ Â Â Â 7
Cable    7
Fiber Optic    8
Satellite    8
Dial-Up    9
Comparing Different Types of Connections    9
Installing Internet Service    11
Install with a Modem and Wireless Router    12
Install with an Internet Gateway    13
Chapter 2: Connecting to the Internet--At Home or Away    17
Connecting to a Home Network    17
Connect with a Windows 10 Computer    18
Connect with a Windows 8/8.1 Computer    20
Connect with a Windows 7 Computer    22
Connect with a Mac Computer    23
Connect with an Apple iPhone or iPad    24
Connect with an Android Smartphone or Tablet    25
Connecting to a Public Wi-Fi Hotspot    26
Connect with a Windows 10 Computer    26
Connect with a Windows 8/8.1 Computer    28
Connect with a Windows 7 Computer    30
Connect with a Mac Computer    31
Connect with an Apple iPhone or iPad    31
Connect with an Android Smartphone or Tablet    33
Chapter 3: Choosing and Using a Web Browser    37
Comparing Web Browsers    38
Using Microsoft Edge for Windows 10Â Â Â Â 39
Go to a New Web Page    39
Work with Tabs    40
Save Favorite Pages    41
Return to a Favorite Page    41
Browse in Private    42
Browse in Reading View    43
Configure Browser Settings    44
Using Internet Explorer    45
Go to a New Web Page    45
Work with Tabs    46
Save Favorite Pages    46
Return to a Favorite Page    47
Browse in Private    48
Configure Browser Settings    48
Using Google Chrome    49
Open and Browse Web Pages    50
Work with Tabs    51
Bookmark Favorite Pages    52
Return to a Bookmarked Page    53
Browse Anonymously in Incognito Mode    54
Configure Browser Settings    54
Using Mozilla Firefox    55
Open and Browse Web Pages    55
Work with Tabs    56
Bookmark Favorite Pages    57
Return to a Bookmarked Page    57
Browse Anonymously in Private Mode    58
Configure Browser Settings    59
Using Apple Safari    59
Open and Browse Web Pages    60
Work with Tabs    61
Bookmark Favorite Pages    61
Return to a Bookmarked Page    62
Browse Anonymously in Private Mode    62
Configure Browser Settings    63
Chapter 4: Browsing and Searching the Web    65
How the Web Works    65
Browsing the Web    68
Enter a Web Address    69
Follow a Link    70
Searching the Web    70
How Search Engines Work    71
How Web Searches Work    71
Constructing an Effective Query    72
Searching with Google    73
Conduct a Basic Search    74
Fine-Tune Your Search Results    75
Search for Images    76
Searching with Bing    77
Conduct a Basic Search    78
Fine-Tune Your Search    78
Search for Images    79
Researching Online with Wikipedia    80
Search Wikipedia    80
Read an Article    81
Chapter 5: Shopping Safely Online    85
Making a Purchase Online    85
Discover Online Retailers    86
Search or Browse for Merchandise    87
Examine the Product    88
Make a Purchase    89
Check Out and Pay    90
How to Shop Safely Online    92
Shop Safely    92
Buying and Selling on eBay    94
Bid in an eBay Auction    95
Buy a Fixed Price Item    97
Sell an Item    99
Buying and Selling on Craigslist    102
Buy an Item on Craigslist    102
Sell an Item on Craigslist    104
Chapter 6: Using Facebook and Other Social Media    109
Using Facebook    109
Discover Friends on Facebook    110
Post a Status Update    112
Find Out What Your Friends Are Up To    115
Explore Your Friends’ Timelines    117
Using LinkedIn    118
Edit Your Profile    119
Find New Connections    120
Receive and Reply to Private Messages    122
Compose a New Message    123
Post a Status Update    124
Using Pinterest    125
Create New Pinboards    125
Find and Repin Interesting Items    126
Pin an Item from a Web Page    127
Find People to Follow    129
Using Twitter    130
Find Tweeters to Follow    131
View Tweets    132
Post a Tweet    134
Chapter 7: Finding Old Friends--And Making New Ones    137
Discovering Old Friends on Social Media    138
Find Friends on Facebook    138
Find Colleagues on LinkedIn    141
Searching for Friends on Google and Bing    143
Finding Friends on People Finder Sites    145
AnyWho    145
PeekYou    145
Spokeo    146
That’sThem    146
White Pages    147
Zabasearch    147
Making New Friends on Online Dating Sites    149
eHarmony Senior Dating    150
Match.com    150
OKCupid    151
OurTime    152
SeniorPeopleMeet    153
Chapter 8: Finding News, Sports, and Weather Online    157
Reading the News Online    157
National and International News    158
Local News    160
Keeping Up with Your Favorite Sports Online    161
Sports Portals    162
Major League Sports Sites    163
Getting Weather Forecasts Online    165
Weather Portals    165
Chapter 9: Watching Movies, TV Shows, and Videos Online    169
Watching Movies and TV on Netflix    170
Watch a Program on Netflix    170
Watching TV Shows on Hulu    173
Watch TV Programs on Hulu    173
Viewing and Sharing Videos on YouTube    175
View a Video    175
Upload Your Own Video    177
Chapter 10: Listening to Music Online    181
Listening to Streaming Music Services    182
Listen to Pandora    182
Listen to Spotify    184
Listening to Local Radio Stations Online    186
Listen to iHeartRadio    186
Listen to TuneIn    188
Chapter 11: Getting Productive Online    193
Using Microsoft Office Online    194
Create or Open a File    195
Use Word Online for Word Processing    196
Use Excel Online for Spreadsheets    198
Use PowerPoint Online for Presentations    200
Using Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides    202
Create or Open a File    202
Use Google Docs for Word Processing    204
Use Google Sheets for Spreadsheets    205
Use Google Slides for Presentations    207
Storing Your Files Online    209
Use Google Drive    210
Use Microsoft OneDrive    211
Chapter 12: Sharing Your Photos Online    215
Sharing Photos with Google Photos    216
Upload Photos from Your PCÂ Â Â Â 217
View Photos    218
Share Photos with Others    219
Download Photos to Your PCÂ Â Â Â 221
Use the Google Photos Mobile App    222
Sharing Photos on Flickr    225
Upload Photos from Your PCÂ Â Â Â 225
View Photos    227
Download Photos to Your PCÂ Â Â Â 228
Share Photos with Others    229
Sharing Photos on Shutterfly    231
Upload Photos from Your PCÂ Â Â Â 232
View Your Photos    233
Share Photos with Others    234
Print Photos    235
Chapter 13: Exploring Your Genealogy Online    239
Using Ancestry.com    239
Start Your Family Tree    240
View Your Family Tree    242
Using FamilySearch    244
Create a Family Tree    244
Search for Additional Information    246
Chapter 14: Managing Your Finances Online    249
Banking Online    249
Do Online Banking    250
Pay Your Bills Online    251
Tracking Your Investments    252
View Financial Information Online    252
Chapter 15: Tracking Your Health Online    255
Finding Medical Information Online    255
Search Online Health Sites    256
Searching for Physicians Online    258
Find a Doctor    258
Ordering Prescription Drugs Online    259
Shop Online Pharmacies    260
Chapter 16: Playing Games Online    263
Exploring Different Types of Games    263
Arcade Games    264
Board Games    264
Brain Training Games    265
Card Games    266
Casino Games    266
Puzzle and Matching Games    267
Simulation Games    268
Sports Games    268
Trivia Games    269
Word Games    270
Finding Online Games    271
Discover Multigame Websites    272
Find Other Games Online    273
Chapter 17: Emailing Friends and Family    277
Understanding How Email Works    277
Email Addresses    278
POP/IMAP Email    278
Web-Based Email    279
Emailing with Gmail    280
Receive and Reply to Messages    280
Send a New Message    282
Send a File as an Attachment    283
Emailing with Yahoo! Mail    284
Receive and Reply to Messages    284
Send a New Message    285
Send a File as an Attachment    286
Chapter 18: Video Chatting with Friends and Family    289
Video Calling with Skype    290
Add a Contact    290
Make a Video Call    292
Make a Voice Call    293
Video Calling with Google Hangouts    294
Start a Video Hangout    294
Make a Voice Call    296
Chapter 19: Exploring the Mobile Internet with Your Smartphone or Tablet    299
Connecting and Browsing on an iPhone or iPad    299
Connect to a Wi-Fi Network    300
Browse the Web with Safari    303
Connecting and Browsing on an Android Phone or Tablet    305
Connect to a Wi-Fi Network    305
Browse the Web with Chrome    308
Discovering Essential Mobile Apps    310
Email Apps    311
Social Media Apps    312
Video Chat Apps    313
Streaming Video Apps    315
Streaming Music Apps    316
Shopping Apps    317
Other Useful Apps    319
Chapter 20: Staying Safe Online    323
Protecting Against Identity Theft and Phishing Scams    324
Avoid Phishing Scams    325
Keep Your Private Information Private    327
Hide Personal Information on Facebook    329
Make Your Facebook Posts Private    330
Protecting Against Online Fraud    331
Identify Online Scams    331
Avoid Online Fraud    333
Avoid Offline Fraud    333
Protecting Against Computer Viruses and Other Malware    336
Identify a Malware Infection    336
Protect Against Malware Infection    338
Use Anti-Malware Software    339
Protecting Against Online Attacks and Intrusions    340
Employ a Firewall    340
Glossary    343
Index    351
Michael Miller is a prolific and popular writer of more than 150 nonfiction books, known for his ability to explain complex topics to everyday readers. He writes about a variety of topics, including technology, business, and music. His best-selling books for Que include My Social Media for Seniors, My Facebook for Seniors, My Windows 10 Computer for Seniors, My Samsung Galaxy S6 for Seniors, My Google Chromebook, Easy Computer Basics, and Computer Basics: Absolute Beginner’s Guide. Worldwide, his books have sold more than 1 million copies.
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