Description: Seniors - now's the time to join the computer revolution and learn how computers can make your life easier and more fun! SeniorNet founder and president Mary Furlong, Ed.D., has teamed up with computer journalist Stefan B. Lipson to create the first book to introduce seniors to the vast and exciting world of computers and online services. young@heart skips the confusing technical talk, and speaks to you in plain, straightforward English. It begins with helpful advice on buying a computer system, and gets you comfortable with your computer and all its components. It then teaches you all you need to know to integrate computers into your life. In no time at all, you'll discover that working with a computer is a breeze. In fact, you'll see that many everyday tasks - from managing finances to keeping up with your correspondence - can be made quicker, easier, and more fun with a computer. Here's some of what you will learn in this book: how to purchase and set up a computer; how to simplify tasks such as balancing a checkbook, tracking investments, preparing a will, publishing a newsletter, creating a family tree, and much more! How to get connected with other seniors online; and how to navigate the Internet and the World Wide Web. Special profiles on senior computer users and fascinating anecdotes on the computer industry provide added inspiration and interest. young@heart focuses precisely on the needs and interests of older adults. Based on the experience and success of over 60,000 SeniorNet students, it leads seniors along the path to computing in a light, easy-to-follow format. More than just a how-to guide, it will motivate any senior to become a part of the digital age! Who sayscomputers are just for the young? young@heart proves they're for people of all ages!

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