Book for beginners

[new 7]

I have used xp for many years and learnt enough to do all the tasks I wanted but I have now windows 7 - 9th edition and are really struggling to do the most simple tasks. Can anyone suggest a very very simple book covering the basics generally
Thanks

 

[DeaconFrost]

You don't need a book to learn the OS. The best way, is hands-on experience. My company is made up of mostly non-tech savvy people, and they only needed about 10 days or so to get used to Windows 7. If they can pick it up quickly, I'm sure anyone else can.

 

[pparks1]

When Windows 7 first came out, I purchased and read most of Windows 7 Secrets by Paul Thurrott and Raphael Rivera. It was pretty decent.

I actually like reading tech books, as they force me into areas that I otherwise wouldn't think of or wander into myself, and then I find features and functions that actually help me out down the road.

 

[seavixen32]

I have used xp for many years and learnt enough to do all the tasks I wanted but I have now windows 7 - 9th edition and are really struggling to do the most simple tasks. Can anyone suggest a very very simple book covering the basics generally
Thanks

Don't forget Windows 7's online help.

Just click Start>Help and Support and type a keyword or question in the Search Help field for loads of good information on the basic tasks.

For example, I typed 'create backup' and got this:



With help like this and Windows Seven Forums, you should get all the help you need.

There's no substitute for diving in and using the operating system.

 

[HAVOC]

I made the switch from XP to Windows 7 and didn't read any books. Never touched Vista. The best way to learn is to jump in and start using it. Windows Help and this website is all I need.

 

[boohbah]

However, as you asked for a book reference here you are.

http://www.thelongclimb.com/books/win7powerfree.pdf

http://www.infoknol.com/windows-7-ebooks/

 

[karlsnooks]

I have used xp for many years and learnt enough to do all the tasks I wanted but I have now windows 7 - 9th edition and are really struggling to do the most simple tasks. Can anyone suggest a very very simple book covering the basics generally
Thanks

Welcome to SevenForums.

the ".... for Dummies" series are rather good at giving the inexperienced an intro to a topic.

Windows 7 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Windows 7 For Seniors For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Windows 7 For Dummies:Book Information - For Dummies

Go to amazon.com and you will find the book at about $10 less than the price that "dummies" lists.

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WIN+F1 key combo is a big help.
WIN=key with the microsoft flag on top.

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Although you will need to learn to separate the wheat from the chaff, SevenForums is an excellent place to get answers.

There is a marvelous collection of tutorials in SevenForums which we often use as instructional material and guides.

 

[kado897]

Finally. If there are still things you are puzzled about we have an excellent tutorials section. If you still have specific concerns start a thread about it and we will do our best to help. Remember there is no such thing as a silly question.

 

[gregrocker]

Click on Tutorials at the top of the page.

What is Win7 - 9th Edition?