The Facebook Guide For People Over 50 - Softcover

McFedries, Paul

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0470875178 ISBN 13: 9780470875179

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2011

Synopsis

The Facebook guide for people over 50

People over 50 are the fastest–growing segment of the Facebook population, and they have some unique interests and concerns. This one–of–a–kind guide addresses issues of specific interest to older generations, helping them create a profile, connect with old friends and relatives, communicate with others, and maintain their safety online. If you’re among this group, you’ll find these tips and instructions will give you confidence and help you enjoy all that Facebook has to offer.

• People over 50 are joining Facebook in record numbers; an estimated 6 million such people are Facebook users
• This Facebook guide for people over 50 focuses on topics of particular interest to older generations, such as finding and connecting with relatives, friends from the past, former colleagues, and classmates
• Helps you set up your profile, find old and new friends, communicate with others through the site, and protect your privacy
• Facebook insiders contribute plenty of tips and ideas to make the Facebook experience more fulfilling

If you’re over 50 and already on Facebook or thinking of joining, The Facebook Guide For People Over 50 can help you make the most of the experience.

About this title

About the Authors

Paul McFedries is a freelance technical writer who has written more than 70 books that have sold over four million copies worldwide. His books include Twitter Tips, Tricks, and Tweets; iPhone 4 Portable Genius; Teach Yourself VISUALLY Windows 7; Teach Yourself VISUALLY Macs; iPad Portable Genius; and Macs Portable Genius. Paul encourages all readers to drop by his web site, mcfedries.com.

Paul McFedries is a freelance technical writer who has written more than 70 books that have sold over four million copies worldwide. Paul encourages all readers to drop by his web site, mcfedries.com.

From the Back Cover

Get connected and start enjoying the world of Facebook

You're older. You're wiser. And if you're ready to be more connected by joining Facebook, then this is the book for you. Written in short, clear chapters, this guide walks you through creating a profile and taking advantage of all of Facebook's features. Veteran author Paul McFedries uses his informative-yet-easygoing writing style to show you how to connect with relatives, old friends, colleagues, and classmates. In addition, insider tips and proven best practices will help you make the most of your Facebook experience and, in turn, enhance your life!

• Keep up with the latest goings-on of family and friends

• Share photos with family and friends

• Discover new information about your favorite hobbies

• Make new friends who have similar interests and tastes

• Learn the Facebook lingo

Display and share your photos

Plan your next trip

Research fitness, hobbies, finances, and more

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0470875178
• ISBN 13: 9780470875179
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 320