NOOK eReaders For Dummies - Softcover

Sandler, Corey

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1118440447 ISBN 13: 9781118440445

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2012

Synopsis

Portable guide to NOOK Simple Touch and NOOK Color NOOK e-readers are hotter than ever. Now you can get even more out of your NOOK Simple Touch and NOOK Color e-readers with this easy-access guide. Crammed with everything from how to personalize your NOOK or download books from a library of over two million choices to how to use the free Android apps or listen to audio books, this book covers everything you need to know and then some. It's fun, practical, portable, and packed with content, just like your new NOOK. So, get this great guide and get going. * Covers everything you need to know to get the most out of your NOOK Simple Touch or NOOK Color e-reader * Explains essential technical details on wireless access, software updates, and touchscreen technology * Walks you through how to download and shop for e-books, listen to music, adjust lighting and fonts to optimize your reading experience, or listen to audio books * Explores how to use Android-based apps that come with NOOK, ways to create your own e-books, how to personalize your NOOK with accessories, how to share books with friends, and much more NOOK eReaders For Dummies, Portable Edition is the perfect accessory for your new NOOK!

About this title

About the Author

Corey Sandler was the first executive editor of PC Magazine and is considered a pioneer of computer journalism. He has written more than 175 books, including Laptops All-in-One For Dummies.

From the Back Cover

Curl up with a good NOOK ? this fun and friendly guide shows you all your eReader can do!

Good for you ? you've chosen a NOOK eReader and you're ready to make the most of it! Whether it's the NOOK Simple Touch or the NOOK Color, this handy book shows you what each can do.Master the touchscreen, fill your NOOK with your favorite eBooks and magazines, and shop for new ones. If you love reading, you'll love your NOOK!

• Alike and different ? learn what the NOOK Simple Touch and NOOK Color share and where they differ
• Download or side-load ? connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi to buy books and periodicals, or connect to your computer and side-load content
• Share your stuff ? borrow eBooks from friends or loan them to acquaintances via social networks
• Colorful options ? receive and send e-mail, play games, or enjoy music, apps, and videos on your NOOK Color
• Build your library ? shop at the NOOK store and other sources, and find free books online
• As you like it ? adjust font sizes and styles, choose a screensaver, and get help choosing what to read next

Open the book and find:

• Ways to borrow and lend your favorite books
• How to extend storage space
• Help setting up your library
• Tips on configuring security settings and features
• How to buy books from third-party stores
• Advice on cleaning the touchscreen
• Ways to get more life from your battery

Learn to:

• Set up and navigate your NOOK Simple Touch? or NOOK Color? device
• Fill your NOOK with eBooks, magazines, comics, and more
• Personalize your reading experience and discover new books

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1118440447
• ISBN 13: 9781118440445
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 224