WebTV for Dummies Quick Reference (Plastic Comb)

by Renee Gentry (Author) "So, you have a WebTV unit and want to know more about it?..." (more)
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Editorial Reviews

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The First REALLY Good Book About WebTV: ...it was an enjoyable read and I learned things I didn't know.

-- Net4TV.com, April 23, 2000

Product Description
This one-stop guide offers easy-to-understand tips and shortcuts for installing and enjoying the fast-growing Internet system that allows people to surf the Web on their television screen. The book provides concise answers and information on the latest Web TV technology as well as advice on browsing, search engines, e-mail, WebPIP, TV Crossover Links, and much more.

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Product Details

• Plastic Comb: 220 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies (April 5, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764506986
• ISBN-13: 978-0764506987
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,063,111 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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31 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars WebTV Made Quick and Easy, April 8, 2000

By	[e-mail] (Jacksonville, FL) - See all my reviews

As a WebTV employee, Renee knew precisely what WebTV subscribers need to know to "get-up-to-speed" with WebTV. Renee explains the many functions of WebTV in clear, precise detail. Her "Quick Reference" will become your first source for WebTV information.

24 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars web tv for dummies, July 5, 2000

By	lana yule (minnetonka, mn United States) - See all my reviews

I thought that this book was not very useful to me and i am a new owner of the web tv. almost everthing that is in the book is already been written by web tv for you. (how to use e mail, search, what lol means) come on now we are really not that dumb. save your self some money and get a diffrent book

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Not smart enough to be a dummy., August 2, 2001

By	Hugh (Laramie, WY USA) - See all my reviews

While Gentry's book has useful information it lacks some very basic information which is essential for the new user of WebTV. How about pictures of a keyboard and a remote indicating the function of all keys other than letters. For instance, wouldn't it be nice were there a discussion of the "option" button and what appears on the screen when the button is depressed.