Overview
Main description
Now you can get more out of your handheld device with help from this easy-to-follow guide. How to Do Everything with Your Palm Powered Device, Sixth Edition explains how to master the latest features, tools, and shortcuts in clear, straightforward language. Learn to configure your PDA's preferences, HotSync with your PC, schedule appointments, prioritize tasks, and view your address book. You'll also find out how to utilize different wireless options, access e-mail and the Web, turn your PDA into a mobile office, play music and movies, password-protect your PDA, and so much more. Maximize the capabilities of your Palm OS handheld and make your life not only more efficient, but also more fun.
- Configure your PDA and enter data using Graffiti, the onscreen keyboard, Palm Desktop, or Outlook
- Perform wired or wireless HotSyncs
- Turn your PDA into a GPS navigation system
- Implement foolproof security measures and safeguard your personal information
- Access the Internet and send and receive e-mail
- Schedule appointments and keep track of contacts, tasks, and expenses
- Use your PDA as a full-fledged laptop replacement
- Connect your cell phone to your handheld device
- Play games, listen to music, take photos, download podcasts, and more
- Troubleshoot, accessorize, and upgrade your PDA
Table of contents
PART I: GET STARTED Chapter 1: Welcome to Palm Handhelds Chapter 2: Get to Know Your PDA Chapter 3: Ready, Set, Sync! Chapter 4: Get Information In and Out of Your Handheld PART II: GET THINGS DONE Chapter 5: The Date Book and Calendar Chatper 6: The Address Book and Contacts Chapter 7: The To Do List and Memo Pad Chapter 8: Note Pad, Expense, and the Rest of the Palm OS Team Chapter 9: Go on a Trip Chapter 10: Unwire Your PDA PART III BEYOND THE BOX Chapter 11: The Palm Office Chapter 12: Utilities Chapter 13: Playing Games Chapter 14: Music and Movies Chapter 15: Books, Photos, Paintings, and More Chapter 16: Accessories and Upgrades Chapter 17: Problems and Solutions
Author comments
Dave Johnson is the editor of PC World magazine's Digital Focus newsletter and the voice of Gotta Gadget, an audio blog at ITWorld.com.
Rick Broida is a contributor to CNET and PC Magazine. He is the bestselling coauthor, with Dave Johnson, of all previous editions of this book.
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Now you can get more out of your handheld device with help from this easy-to-follow guide. How to Do Everything with Your Palm Powered Device, Sixth Edition explains how to master the latest features, tools, and shortcuts in clear, straightforward language. Learn to configure your PDA's preferences, HotSync with your PC, schedule appointments, prioritize tasks, and view your address book. You'll also find out how to utilize different wireless options, access e-mail and the Web, turn your PDA into a mobile office, play music and movies, password-protect your PDA, and so much more. Maximize the capabilities of your Palm OS handheld and make your life not only more efficient, but also more fun.
- Configure your PDA and enter data using Graffiti, the onscreen keyboard, Palm Desktop, or Outlook
- Perform wired or wireless HotSyncs
- Turn your PDA into a GPS navigation system
- Implement foolproof security measures and safeguard your personal information
- Access the Internet and send and receive e-mail
- Schedule appointments and keep track of contacts, tasks, and expenses
- Use your PDA as a full-fledged laptop replacement
- Connect your cell phone to your handheld device
- Play games, listen to music, take photos, download podcasts, and more
- Troubleshoot, accessorize, and upgrade your PDA
