Pocket PC For Dummies - Softcover

Underdahl, Brian

Softcover

ISBN 10: 076451640X ISBN 13: 9780764516405

Publisher: For Dummies, 2002

Synopsis

Who would have thought that so much computing power could fit into a package that easily fits into your pocket? The Pocket PC is an extremely capable and easy-to-use computer that is, quite honestly, amazing. In a package that weighs just a few ounces, you’ve got computing power that rivals the huge filing cabinet-sized systems of a decade ago.

Pocket PC For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is your road map to using your Pocket PC. This is a hands-on guide that uses real-world examples to show you just what you need to know about Pocket PCs and why you want to know it. You won’t find a lot of hype or jargon. You will find useful information presented clearly and concisely. This book is for anyone who wants to

• Manage appointments
• Keep up with e-mail while on the go
• Take digital images and music files anywhere
• Organize and keep track of important notes

This book will help you lay a solid foundation for getting to know your Pocket PC and how it compares with other computers you may have used in the past. From there, you’ll find out how to take advantage of the Pocket PC’s unique features. This friendly and comprehensive guide covers the following topics, and more:

• Using the touch screen
• Handwriting and your Pocket PC
• Printing from your Pocket PC
• Understanding synchronization
• Pocket Word, Pocket Excel, and more great tools
• Connecting to the Internet
• Downloading eBooks
• Editing photos

Pocket PC For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is about the new Pocket PC 2002 systems. It has been fully updated to cover the new ways of doing things on the Pocket PC 2002 units, and you will find all sorts of new products covered that simply didn’t exist a short time ago.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Now updated for Pocket PC 2002 and the latest add-ons

Get the scoop on wireless Internet, eBooks, music, and more

Have more fun and get more done with your Pocket PC
A Pocket PC puts a world of computer power in your pocket. But how do you make the most of it? Don't worry! This friendly reference walks you through the whole range of Pocket PC possibilities, from calendar, address book, and Pocket Office programs to Bluetooth wireless e-mail, eBooks, MP3 players, TV viewing, and GPS add-ons.

The Dummies Way
* Explanations in plain English
* "Get in, get out" information
* Icons and other navigational aids
* Tear-out cheat sheet
* Top ten lists
* A dash of humor and fun

About the Author:

Brian Underdahl has written or cowritten more than 50 computer books, including The Internet Bible, Excel 2002 Bible, Alan Simpson's Windows XP Bible, and many more.

About this edition

• Publisher: For Dummies
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 076451640X
• ISBN 13: 9780764516405
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 384