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Paperback. Condizione: New. Homes that contain devices that can be controlled by smart speakers, voice commands and apps are becoming a reality for an increasing number of people. What was once the stuff of science fiction is now firmly established as part of the real world and is easily accessible for anyone who wants to add an exciting new dimension to their home. 100 Top Tips - Create Your Smart Home to Stay Safe and Save Money contains tips covering all aspects of setting up and using smart home devices securely. These include: Setting up your home so that it is ready to be transformed into a smart home Ensuring that your home is flexible enough so that you have alternatives if smart devices do not work properly Using smart speakers (digital voice assistants) to create a digital companion in your home Linking smart speakers to your smart home devices so that they can communicate with each other Deploying smart lighting to take the ultimate control over the lighting systems in your home Installing smart heating to control your central heating and save money Making your home more secure with a range of smart security devices Cutting down the time spent on domestic chores by using devices such as robotic lawnmowers and robotic vacuum cleaners Enhancing entertainment options with robots and artificial intelligence (AI) devices Addressing security issues with smart home devices, to prevent other people gaining access to your smart home.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Homes that contain devices that can be controlled by smart speakers, voice commands and apps are becoming a reality for an increasing number of people. What was once the stuff of science fiction is now firmly established as part of the real world and is easily accessible for anyone who wants to add an exciting new dimension to their home. 100 Top Tips - Create Your Smart Home to Stay Safe and Save Money contains tips covering all aspects of setting up and using smart home devices securely. These include: Setting up your home so that it is ready to be transformed into a smart home Ensuring that your home is flexible enough so that you have alternatives if smart devices do not work properly Using smart speakers (digital voice assistants) to create a digital companion in your home Linking smart speakers to your smart home devices so that they can communicate with each other Deploying smart lighting to take the ultimate control over the lighting systems in your home Installing smart heating to control your central heating and save money Making your home more secure with a range of smart security devices Cutting down the time spent on domestic chores by using devices such as robotic lawnmowers and robotic vacuum cleaners Enhancing entertainment options with robots and artificial intelligence (AI) devices Addressing security issues with smart home devices, to prevent other people gaining access to your smart home.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. 100 Top Tips - Microsoft Excel will help you boost your productivity and get more value from your spreadsheets with this powerful book of tips. It showcases: time-saving features (including data entry shortcuts) powerful functions for processing text and numbers insightful data analysis features, including pivot tables and what-if analysis. You'll also discover how to use graphs, debug formulas, and print everything out cleanly. Whether you've been using Excel for years and never gone beyond the basics, or are just entering the world of spreadsheets, this book will quickly supercharge your skills. As you would expect from the In Easy Steps brand the book is written in an approachable style with step by step instructions provided for many of the tips, and full colour screenshots guiding you through the processes.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. 100 Top Tips - Create Great Photos Using Your Smartphone contains tips covering all aspects of capturing, displaying and sharing photos on your phone. These include: Finding and using your phone's camera settings so you can set up the camera exactly as you want Using basic techniques that can instantly help you capture stunning photos Looking at ways to improve the composition of your photos Utilizing lighting conditions to get the best photos Creating stunning portraits of family and friends Releasing your artistic side with a range of creative options Viewing buildings and architecture in a new way, to get the most effective photos Capturing iconic shots of famous landmarks Editing photos on your phone and also downloading them to a computer for more sophisticated editing to make them stand out from the crowd Making sure your photos are safely backed up for safe keeping and sharing them with family and friends 100 Top Tips - Create Great Photos Using Your Smartphone will help the reader to capture eye-catching photos of a variety of subjects and in a range of lighting conditions.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. 100 Top Tips - Stay Safe Online and Protect Your Privacy contains tips covering all aspects of staying as safe as possible in the online world. These include: Detailing the types of threats that are out there Ensuring that passwords for all of your devices are as secure as possible Identifying and avoiding common online scams and cons Staying protected when using websites Dealing with threats that can be contained within emails Looking at general social media security threats Understanding security issues related specifically to Facebook Protecting yourself against identity theft Keeping your money safe when using online banking Using security options to keep children safe in the online world With 100 Top Tips - Stay Safe Online and Protect Your Privacy at your side, you will be one step closer to protecting yourself from the ongoing threats in the online world.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. 100 Top Tips - Create Great Photos Using Your Smartphone contains tips covering all aspects of capturing, displaying and sharing photos on your phone. These include: Finding and using your phone's camera settings so you can set up the camera exactly as you want Using basic techniques that can instantly help you capture stunning photos Looking at ways to improve the composition of your photos Utilizing lighting conditions to get the best photos Creating stunning portraits of family and friends Releasing your artistic side with a range of creative options Viewing buildings and architecture in a new way, to get the most effective photos Capturing iconic shots of famous landmarks Editing photos on your phone and also downloading them to a computer for more sophisticated editing to make them stand out from the crowd Making sure your photos are safely backed up for safe keeping and sharing them with family and friends 100 Top Tips - Create Great Photos Using Your Smartphone will help the reader to capture eye-catching photos of a variety of subjects and in a range of lighting conditions.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. 100 Top Tips - Stay Safe Online and Protect Your Privacy contains tips covering all aspects of staying as safe as possible in the online world. These include: Detailing the types of threats that are out there Ensuring that passwords for all of your devices are as secure as possible Identifying and avoiding common online scams and cons Staying protected when using websites Dealing with threats that can be contained within emails Looking at general social media security threats Understanding security issues related specifically to Facebook Protecting yourself against identity theft Keeping your money safe when using online banking Using security options to keep children safe in the online world With 100 Top Tips - Stay Safe Online and Protect Your Privacy at your side, you will be one step closer to protecting yourself from the ongoing threats in the online world.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. 100 Top Tips - Microsoft Excel will help you boost your productivity and get more value from your spreadsheets with this powerful book of tips. It showcases: time-saving features (including data entry shortcuts) powerful functions for processing text and numbers insightful data analysis features, including pivot tables and what-if analysis. You'll also discover how to use graphs, debug formulas, and print everything out cleanly. Whether you've been using Excel for years and never gone beyond the basics, or are just entering the world of spreadsheets, this book will quickly supercharge your skills. As you would expect from the In Easy Steps brand the book is written in an approachable style with step by step instructions provided for many of the tips, and full colour screenshots guiding you through the processes.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Edinburgh by Smartphone is a city guidebook for the digital age, offering unique insight into the city and giving you the chance to put your smartphone to excellent use as your traveling companion!Edinburgh by Smartphone concentrates on photo locations for capturing iconic shots of the most famous sights in the city, and also some less well-known locations that nevertheless offer excellent photographic opportunities. The second main element of the book details walks around the city that can easily be incorporated into any city break. Each photo spot has clear what3words references for getting to the required location and where to stand when you get there. It also provides background information about the photo subjects, and lists nearby refreshments options and other notable attractions in the vicinity.The photo spots include: Edinburgh CastleThe Scott MonumentGreyfriars BobbySt. Giles' CathedralThe Royal MileCalton HillHolyroodhouse PalaceScottish Parliament BuildingArthur's SeatVictoria StreetThe GrassmarketDean Village The walks covered in the book (complete with distances and estimated number of steps) are: Old Town Walk. Exploring Edinburgh's historic Old Town, centred around the Royal Mile.New Town Walk. In contrast to the Old Town, the New Town presents ordered Georgian elegance and this walk takes you through its streets. Literary Walk. Edinburgh has an extremely rich literary history, and this walk takes you to the places where many of Edinburgh's most famous writers lived and worked, including Sir Walter Scott, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, J. K. Rowling and Ian Rankin. Dark Side Walk. It is impossible to escape the fact that Edinburgh has had more than its fair share of devious and murderous characters over the centuries. This walk takes in the sites where they operated, and details many of their activities, including the numerous ghostly stories that have flourished around the city. Water of Leith Walk. As an antidote to the hustle and bustle of the city centre, this walk takes you through the nearby tranquil Water of Leith, including the picturesque and historic Dean Village. Arthur's Seat Walk. Looming large over the city, this walk takes you to the summit of Arthur's Seat (and back), for a vigorous walk and stunning views over the city. Getting the best out of a smartphone camera is also looked at, so you can take the best photos possible, feel confident using your smartphone camera, and concentrate all your attention on the photo subjects.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. London by Smartphone is a city guidebook for the digital age, offering unique insight into the city and giving you the chance to put your smartphone to excellent use as your traveling companion!London by Smartphone concentrates on photo locations for capturing iconic shots of the most famous sights in the city, and also some less well-known locations that nevertheless offer excellent photographic opportunities. The second main element of the book details walks around the city, that can easily be incorporated into any city break. Each photo spot has clear what3words references for getting to the required location and where to stand when you get there. It also provides background information about the photo subjects, lists nearby refreshments options and other notable attractions in the vicinity. The nearest tube station to each location is also provided.The top photo sights include:Buckingham PalaceBig BenHouses of ParliamentTower of LondonTower BridgeSt. Paul's CathedralTrafalgar SquareThe hidden sights show a different side to the city, and these include:The quirky Hardy TreeThe thought-provoking Postman's ParkThe aquatic Little VeniceThe street art of the Leake Street ArchesThe walks covered in the book (complete with distances and estimated number of steps) are: Jubilee Loop Walk. This includes some of London's top sights, and also the attractive and relaxing St. James's Park.Thames Walk. The River Thames is at the very heart of London, and this walk takes you along its bank, crossing three of its famous bridges, and identifying many interesting sights and locations along the way. Hyde Park Walk. London is blessed with several exceptional green spaces and this walk guides you through one of them in Hyde Park. It includes several monuments and statues, including the tranquil Serenity statue, the Serpentine body of water that cuts through Hyde Park, and some of the floral attractions within the park. Monopoly Walk. For fans of the board game this walk is a must, as it follows some of the iconic London Monopoly locations and includes an option for spotting examples of the Monopoly pieces. Spitalfields and Whitechapel Walk. This walk explores some of the character and diversity of this area in the east end London that has helped shape its history over the centuries. It also includes details about the locations of the notorious Jack the Ripper murders. Getting the best out of a smartphone camera is also looked at, so you can take the best photos possible, feel confident using your smartphone camera, and concentrate all your attention on the photo subjects.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. The Raspberry Pi is an inexpensive programmable credit-card sized computer that plugs into your TV and a keyboard. It can be used for many of the things that your PC does, like spreadsheets, word-processing and playing games, but its real purpose is to inspire children (and adults) to learn how to program. Over five million Raspberry Pis have been sold worldwide, so far!Raspberry Pi 3 in easy steps starts with the basic components you"ll need, setting up the system and logging into the console. Then, in easy steps, it introduces you to the Raspbian operating system that is optimized for the Raspberry Pi. You"ll learn how to customize the look and feel of your system, how to navigate the file system, and how to use the powerful system "shell" to make things happen for you. The new GPIO interface is fully described, and the new NOOBS installer is also described for setup. Raspberry Pi 3 in easy steps enables complete beginners to create their very own computer programs with the Scratch visual programming environment. It also instructs programming in the high-level (human-readable) Python programming language, which is processed by the Python "interpreter" to produce results fast. Examples demonstrate how to use the included Python "pygame" module, to make your own games, and how to use the included "Tkinter" module to create graphical windowed apps. Raspberry Pi 3 in easy steps also illustrates how to control electrical input and output on the Raspberry Pi header from Python scripts, including lighting a lamp, adding more buttons and controlling projects. With the knowledge gained from this book the reader can confidently advance to any future electronic Raspberry Pi project or other explore other programming environments. Covers the latest versions of Python.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Are you struggling to stay afloat in a sea of paperwork, emails, meetings and an ever-growing to-do list? Are you working longer and longer hours in a vain attempt to catch up and, any time you do, they drop another pile of work on you? Don't worry, you are not alone and help is at hand.You don't need work to longer hours or even harder, you need to work smarter by making the time you spend at work really effective. You can do it and you will be amazed at how much more you can get done when you optimize your time. Effective Time Management in easy steps will show you how, not just by working more effectively now but also how to plan your future career. And you'll have more free time outside work plus the energy to enjoy it. This book will show you, in easy steps, how to: Understand what you spend your time on now and how much of it is wastedIdentify your long-term goals and plan how to get thereIdentify the things that really matter and prioritize themHow to use your time most effectively and organize your workUnderstand how to read, write, use the 'phone and manage emails effectivelyLearn how to say No and deal with interruptionsMake meetings more effectiveMake the most out of home workingReduce stress and make the most out of lifeDevelop your own personal action plan.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Video Chatting for Seniors in easy steps enables readers to fully embrace the world of video chatting - including Zoom, FaceTime, Skype, and Facebook Messenger. Written with the Senior reader in mind and presented in larger type for easier reading. In the digital world there is sometimes one event that can propel a technology to the forefront of the public's awareness. In the case of video chatting this has been the Covid-19 pandemic. Video chatting has been used, in one form or another, for many years, but it was not until the pandemic that it became an invaluable tool for millions of people around the world, for keeping in touch with family and friends. As with most forms of popular technology, there are a number of elements to consider to successfully engage with the video chatting revolution. These include: The different devices that can be used for video chatting. Getting connected for video chatting, both at home using Wi-Fi, and mobile connections for when you are out and about. Video chatting apps that provide the means to communicate with family and friends. Video Chatting for Seniors in easy steps is the ideal companion to help you navigate the expanding world of video communication, covering the following areas: Finding the right equipment for successful video chatting. Following good etiquette so that your video chats go as smoothly as possible. Getting set up with your video chatting apps. Undertaking video chats with individuals and groups. Using text chat to enhance the video chatting experience. Making audio calls using video chatting apps. A detailed look at the most popular video chatting apps: Zoom; FaceTime; Skype; and Facebook Messenger. Looking at other video chatting apps, to expand the possibilities for communicating with family and friends. Video chatting on a range of digital devices is very much here to stay and, with Video Chatting for Seniors in easy steps by your side, you will be able to fully embrace it and be communicating like an expert with sound and vision.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Windows 10 is the latest version of the popular Microsoft operating system and addresses many of the issues with its predecessor, Windows 8 (and 8.1). It consolidates the operating system so that users with a mouse and keyboard have their own specific version, as do mobile users with tablets and phones. One of the biggest changes in Windows 10 is the return of the familiar Start Menu. This is accessed from the Start Button and is where you can access areas within your computer, perform certain functions and also open apps from a variety of locations, using a selection of colored tiles. The operation of apps has also been standardized so that it is similar for the new Windows apps and the more traditional ones, all opening in their own window, with a traditional toolbar. "Get Going with Windows 10 in Easy Steps" looks at some of the new features that have been added, including a new web browser, Windows Edge, that allows users to draw on and annotate web pages and then send them to other people; a new personal digital assistant voice search, Cortana; and an improved File Manager that provides a Quick Access section for all of the items you like to use most frequently. The return of old favorites and the addition of new features help elevate Windows 10 to the most advanced operating system that Microsoft has produced. "Get Going with Windows 10 in Easy Steps" provides a handy, full-color, guide so that readers can soon be using Windows 10 like an expert.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. London by Smartphone is a city guidebook for the digital age, offering unique insight into the city and giving you the chance to put your smartphone to excellent use as your traveling companion!London by Smartphone concentrates on photo locations for capturing iconic shots of the most famous sights in the city, and also some less well-known locations that nevertheless offer excellent photographic opportunities. The second main element of the book details walks around the city, that can easily be incorporated into any city break. Each photo spot has clear what3words references for getting to the required location and where to stand when you get there. It also provides background information about the photo subjects, lists nearby refreshments options and other notable attractions in the vicinity. The nearest tube station to each location is also provided.The top photo sights include:Buckingham PalaceBig BenHouses of ParliamentTower of LondonTower BridgeSt. Paul's CathedralTrafalgar SquareThe hidden sights show a different side to the city, and these include:The quirky Hardy TreeThe thought-provoking Postman's ParkThe aquatic Little VeniceThe street art of the Leake Street ArchesThe walks covered in the book (complete with distances and estimated number of steps) are: Jubilee Loop Walk. This includes some of London's top sights, and also the attractive and relaxing St. James's Park.Thames Walk. The River Thames is at the very heart of London, and this walk takes you along its bank, crossing three of its famous bridges, and identifying many interesting sights and locations along the way. Hyde Park Walk. London is blessed with several exceptional green spaces and this walk guides you through one of them in Hyde Park. It includes several monuments and statues, including the tranquil Serenity statue, the Serpentine body of water that cuts through Hyde Park, and some of the floral attractions within the park. Monopoly Walk. For fans of the board game this walk is a must, as it follows some of the iconic London Monopoly locations and includes an option for spotting examples of the Monopoly pieces. Spitalfields and Whitechapel Walk. This walk explores some of the character and diversity of this area in the east end London that has helped shape its history over the centuries. It also includes details about the locations of the notorious Jack the Ripper murders. Getting the best out of a smartphone camera is also looked at, so you can take the best photos possible, feel confident using your smartphone camera, and concentrate all your attention on the photo subjects.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Edinburgh by Smartphone is a city guidebook for the digital age, offering unique insight into the city and giving you the chance to put your smartphone to excellent use as your traveling companion!Edinburgh by Smartphone concentrates on photo locations for capturing iconic shots of the most famous sights in the city, and also some less well-known locations that nevertheless offer excellent photographic opportunities. The second main element of the book details walks around the city that can easily be incorporated into any city break. Each photo spot has clear what3words references for getting to the required location and where to stand when you get there. It also provides background information about the photo subjects, and lists nearby refreshments options and other notable attractions in the vicinity.The photo spots include: Edinburgh CastleThe Scott MonumentGreyfriars BobbySt. Giles' CathedralThe Royal MileCalton HillHolyroodhouse PalaceScottish Parliament BuildingArthur's SeatVictoria StreetThe GrassmarketDean Village The walks covered in the book (complete with distances and estimated number of steps) are: Old Town Walk. Exploring Edinburgh's historic Old Town, centred around the Royal Mile.New Town Walk. In contrast to the Old Town, the New Town presents ordered Georgian elegance and this walk takes you through its streets. Literary Walk. Edinburgh has an extremely rich literary history, and this walk takes you to the places where many of Edinburgh's most famous writers lived and worked, including Sir Walter Scott, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, J. K. Rowling and Ian Rankin. Dark Side Walk. It is impossible to escape the fact that Edinburgh has had more than its fair share of devious and murderous characters over the centuries. This walk takes in the sites where they operated, and details many of their activities, including the numerous ghostly stories that have flourished around the city. Water of Leith Walk. As an antidote to the hustle and bustle of the city centre, this walk takes you through the nearby tranquil Water of Leith, including the picturesque and historic Dean Village. Arthur's Seat Walk. Looming large over the city, this walk takes you to the summit of Arthur's Seat (and back), for a vigorous walk and stunning views over the city. Getting the best out of a smartphone camera is also looked at, so you can take the best photos possible, feel confident using your smartphone camera, and concentrate all your attention on the photo subjects.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Swift Programming in easy steps teaches programming novices the skills required to create their own Apple Apps, whilst assisting programmers to gain new skills. For anyone seeking to discover the easiest way to create apps for Apple devices.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Photoshop Elements 2019 Tips, Tricks and Shortcuts in easy steps not only offers a comprehensive guide to getting up and running with the software, but goes further: providing a wealth of detail in ways to progress to more advanced photo-editing and also find some of the hidden secrets of the software. Although the book looks at some of the ways you can expand your photo-editing exploits, it does not forget new users or anyone who wants to brush up on the basics. Photoshop Elements 2019 Tips, Tricks and Shortcuts in easy steps covers versions for both PC and Mac users, and has something for everyone: an in depth introduction for new users, and a range of options for those who want to take their photo-editing to the next level. Throughout, there are hundreds of tips and handy hints so that the reader will feel like an Elements expert in no time.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. HTML in easy steps, 9th edition instructs you how to employ the latest development for web page design with HyperText Markup Language (HTML). Modern web browsers support exciting features of the HTML standard that allows easy creation of stunning web pages and engaging interactive apps. HTML in easy steps, 9th edition contains examples and screenshots that illustrate each feature of HTML, describing how to incorporate meta information about a document within its "head" section and how to add structured "body" content. You'll learn how to create web pages to display text, images, lists, tables, hyperlinks, forms, audio, and video. Each chapter builds your knowledge so by the end of the book you'll have gained a sound understanding of HTML. HTML in easy steps, 9th edition has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to anyone looking to create compelling web pages for the latest browsers. Ideal for programmers who need to quickly learn the latest HTML techniques, students learning website design at school or college, those seeking a career in web development who need a thorough understanding of HTML, and the enthusiast eager to build the latest HTML features into their websites.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Start an Online Business in easy steps, 2nd edition will show you how to research, prepare and run your own online business and will also give you the tools and the confidence to be able to explain to other staff members, clients, potential suppliers and of course customers, about what your online business is, and what it can do for them.Now fully updated for today's online market, it will guide you through: Planning, registering, and financing your business.Setting up your business online, and marketing it effectively. Monetizing your site. Managing and retaining customers. The tricks of the trade to earn more from your website, and much more to make your site successful! This book is intended for entrepreneurs, employees, employers, parents, students. in fact anyone interested in starting a business online no matter what their level of experience. It is for the non-techie who wants to be involved with every facet of setting up and running their own e-business. Whether you have a great idea for an online business but don't know where to start, or you've just launched your online shop and need to attract customers, this book is for you.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Coding with HTML and JavaScript - Create Epic Computer Games is ideal for readers who want to learn the basics of making games with HTML and JavaScript - programming languages used by professional game developers.Step-by-step, this book will guide you to create your own epic computer games.Ideal for coders with some experience who are now ready to take their coding to the next level! You'll learn how to: Use HTML and JavaScript to code a series of games.Make images move and respond to keyboard presses.Draw objects on the HTML canvas, and use variables and timers.Import images and add sounds to personalise your projects.Develop your skills and build some amazing games.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Coding with Scratch - Create Fantastic Driving Games will take you from Scratch basics through to creating your own fantastic driving games in easy steps. Each game comes with challenges to take you to the next level of coding. Even includes mods to make your games more exciting. Have fun and amaze your friends and family! You'll learn how to:Use code to make a series of driving games including parking, racing, scrolling and two-player games.Design your own game levels, cars and tracks.Use variables to keep the score and to store the speed in your games.Add sounds and create your own code blocks and functions.To create the games in this book, children will need a desktop computer or a laptop. The games require a proper keyboard so will not work well on a tablet or iPad. It is recommended that children should be supervised when using the internet, especially when using a new website.This is the UK English edition.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Coding with Python - Create Amazing Graphics introduces coding in Python through a variety of projects. Each one teaches new coding concepts and results in some amazing graphics.Python is a powerful, text-based programming language essential to grasp for serious coding but can be dull to learn. This book focuses on inspired learning. Step-by-step, it illustrates how to use Python code to create exciting and colourful graphics - making learning Python great fun!Learn Python code to:Use random numbers to create unique artworkMix colours together using variables to create amazing effectsUse loops to repeat your code and create intricate patternsCode your own functions and build up your own designs.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. The iPad is a tablet computer that is stylish, versatile and easy to use, and is one of the most popular tablets used by all ages. The range of models has been expanded over the years so that there are now different sizes to cover all mobile computing requirements.iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 9th edition gives you all the essential information you need to know to make the most out of your iPad: Choose the right model for youNavigate around with Multi-Touch gesturesCustomize the iPad for your needsMaster Settings and apps to stay organizedFind, download and explore exciting appsUse your iPad to make travelling stress-freeEmail, share photos and video chat for freeAccess and share your music, books and videosStay in touch with family membersAccess your documents from anywhereMaster Siri, and the new features in iPadOS 13.A handy guide for any Senior new to the iPad, presented in larger type for easier reading. Covers all iPads with iPadOS 13, including iPad mini and iPad Pro.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. The days of only being able to search for items on computers using text searches are long gone: voice search is rapidly becoming one of the most popular ways to find content on computing devices and the web. One of the leaders in this area is the Amazon Echo: a high-quality speaker which uses Alexa: (a voice-controlled digital personal assistant) to perform a range of tasks: from playing music and making calls to smartphones, to answering questions and even controlling compatible devices in the home, such as turning on the heating. Although the Echo is an Amazon device, it can be accessed from most smartphones and tablets, using the Alexa app and an Amazon Account.Get going with Amazon Echo and Alexa in easy steps: leads you through the process of setting up the Amazon Echo, connecting it to your home Wi-Fi network and then controlling much of its functionality, so that you can start making the most of your digital personal assistant. The book then looks at the common voice commands that can be used with Alexa and adding to its library of skills: it learns from your commands and can tailor content to your specific interests.This pocket-sized book: will show you how to:Ask for a song, artist or genre from Amazon Music, Spotify, and TuneIn.Use multi-room music to play music on Echo devices in different rooms, and pair Bluetooth speakers with your Echo.Play audiobooks, radio stations, news briefings and more.Call or message anyone hands-free who also has an Echo device or the Alexa App.Quickly connect to other Echo devices in your home using just your voice.Find and book appointments on your calendar, and make lists.Set up voice purchasing, so that you can use the Echo to place, track and and cancel orders for you.Ask Alexa to control your compatible smart lights, switches, TVs, and thermostats, or request an Uber, order a pizza, get train times, traffic information, news, weather, sports results and more.Get going with Amazon Echo and Alexa in easy steps: shows how to quickly get up and running with this exciting digital personal assistant, and start transforming your day-to-day activities all in easy steps.ContentsIntroducing Echo and AlexaAsking AlexaAlexa SkillsGetting OrganizedVoice Calls and MessagingMusicShoppingUsing Echo in the HomeTroubleshooting.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. iPad in easy steps, 8th edition is the ideal guide to help you make the most of your Apple iPad tablet. Written in jargon-free, easy to understand language and laid out in easy steps with colour screenshots and illustrations, iPad in easy steps, 8th edition will soon have you whizzing through the features of your new iPad.It starts by showing you how to optimize the settings so that the iPad functions exactly how you want it to. Then it covers everything from using Siri and iCloud, sending emails, web browsing, photos, music, videos, games, maps and iBooks, to running presentations, using apps, syncing with other devices, and reading and writing documents.Includes tips, tricks and features not widely publicized by Apple and will help to ensure you get the most out of your new iPad.Covers all models of iPad with iOS 11, including iPad Mini and iPad Pro.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Take your coding into the next dimension!Coding with Scratch - Make 3D Games and Graphics starts by showing you how to make 3D graphics and then, step-by-step, it takes you through to making 3D games. Try the challenges and mods and make your games unique. Your adventure in game design begins here!Learn simple Scratch 3D techniques:How to build simple 3D models one layer at a time.Drawing shapes, cloning, animation, and adding perspective. How to make 3D landscapes including a park, a racetrack, a maze, and a city. How to speed up your code by creating your own render blocks and functions that work extra quickly. For children who have had some experience using Scratch.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Take your coding into the next dimension!Coding with Scratch - Make 3D Games and Graphics starts by showing you how to make 3D graphics and then, step-by-step, it takes you through to making 3D games. Try the challenges and mods and make your games unique. Your adventure in game design begins here!Learn simple Scratch 3D techniques:How to build simple 3D models one layer at a time.Drawing shapes, cloning, animation, and adding perspective. How to make 3D landscapes including a park, a racetrack, a maze, and a city. How to speed up your code by creating your own render blocks and functions that work extra quickly. For children who have had some experience using Scratch.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. The Kindle Fire is a fully-fledged tablet computer that has evolved out of the Kindle eReader that was originally designed for reading books, newspapers and magazines. The Kindle Fire retains this, but takes it several steps further; with functionality to surf the web, use email, listen to music, view and share photos, make Skype calls (HD version), watch films, play games and download apps for every occasion. The Kindle Fire also integrates very closely with the Amazon website, where you can not only download items such as books, music and apps, but also store your content and share it with your Kindle Fire. Get going with Kindle Fire in easy steps is a compact but highly-visual guide to help users navigate through the features of this popular device. It covers the standard version and the HD version and looks at the hardware of this exciting device in terms of its speed, storage capabilities, battery issues and options for connecting to other devices. It also details the relationship between the Kindle Fire and Amazon and shows how to use them together for maximum benefit. The functionality of the Kindle Fire is covered with clear instructions about what can be done with apps, photos, music, videos, books, web, email and staying in touch. The book finishes with some of the security issues about using the Kindle Fire, so you can concentrate on maximising your enjoyment with this multi-purpose tablet. If you've just bought a Kindle Fire, or you're buying or hoping to get one for Christmas, Get going with Kindle Fire in easy steps is the ideal guide to help you get going quickly. …

Paperback. Condizione: New. The days of only being able to search for items on computers using text searches are long gone: voice search is rapidly becoming one of the most popular ways to find content on computing devices and the web. One of the leaders in this area is the Amazon Echo: a high-quality speaker which uses Alexa: (a voice-controlled digital personal assistant) to perform a range of tasks: from playing music and making calls to smartphones, to answering questions and even controlling compatible devices in the home, such as turning on the heating. Although the Echo is an Amazon device, it can be accessed from most smartphones and tablets, using the Alexa app and an Amazon Account.Get going with Amazon Echo and Alexa in easy steps: leads you through the process of setting up the Amazon Echo, connecting it to your home Wi-Fi network and then controlling much of its functionality, so that you can start making the most of your digital personal assistant. The book then looks at the common voice commands that can be used with Alexa and adding to its library of skills: it learns from your commands and can tailor content to your specific interests.This pocket-sized book: will show you how to:Ask for a song, artist or genre from Amazon Music, Spotify, and TuneIn.Use multi-room music to play music on Echo devices in different rooms, and pair Bluetooth speakers with your Echo.Play audiobooks, radio stations, news briefings and more.Call or message anyone hands-free who also has an Echo device or the Alexa App.Quickly connect to other Echo devices in your home using just your voice.Find and book appointments on your calendar, and make lists.Set up voice purchasing, so that you can use the Echo to place, track and and cancel orders for you.Ask Alexa to control your compatible smart lights, switches, TVs, and thermostats, or request an Uber, order a pizza, get train times, traffic information, news, weather, sports results and more.Get going with Amazon Echo and Alexa in easy steps: shows how to quickly get up and running with this exciting digital personal assistant, and start transforming your day-to-day activities all in easy steps.ContentsIntroducing Echo and AlexaAsking AlexaAlexa SkillsGetting OrganizedVoice Calls and MessagingMusicShoppingUsing Echo in the HomeTroubleshooting.…