Big Productivity in a Small Package By Kim Nova and Chris NovaIn one volumeIf you crave ease and simplicity when using a computer, welcome to the world of Chromebooks! These portable, compact devices are perfect for web browsing, conducting Internet research, writing and submitting assignments for work or school, and much more. They're lightweight, efficient computers which you can easily take from room to room or when traveling across the world. Best of all, they're accessible straight out of the box for those requiring screen reader and braille display support. This book by Kim and Chris Nova covers: Chromebook basics and advantages; physical layout and considerations prior to purchase; setup and configuration; the ChromeVox screen reader; the Chrome browser and extensions; the Play Store and Google apps Drive, Docs, and Calendar; braille displays and peripherals; Google Assistant; and more. See all of our Technology books and tutorials!TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroductionChapter 1: Chromebook BasicsTouchscreens: A Touching ExperienceA Minimalist InterfaceDifferent Flavors of Chrome OS HardwareAffordable and FastWeb Surfing SecurelyPortability and Ease of UseCan I Use My Favorite Programs?Chapter 2: Chromebook AdvantagesChapter 3: The Chromebook Learning CurveChapter 4: Diving InBefore You BuyChromebook's Physical LayoutGetting StartedChapter 5: Initial Setup and the ChromeVox TutorialThe ChromeVox Quick Orientation TutorialChapter 6: Continuing the Setup ProcessChapter 7: Getting Productive and Having Fun in the Chrome BrowserMeet Omnibox, Your Address BarNavigating WebsitesConducting a Web SearchWorking with Browser Tabs and WindowsFinding Text on a Web PageDownloading FilesFilling Out WebformsExploring the Chrome MenuDelving into ExtensionsReturning to the Chrome Menu and Exploring Chrome SettingsChapter 8: Productivity AppsGoogle DriveGoogle DocsGoogle CalendarManaging Local FilesChapter 9: Exploring the Play Store and Downloading AppsChapter 10: Connecting Braille Displays and Other PeripheralsChapter 11: Configuring the Chromebook and Further InformationThe Chromebook Launcher, Notification Center, and Status TrayChromeVox OptionsChromeOS Accessibility SettingsChromebook SettingsWorking with Google AssistantAdditional Shortcuts