Do ever wish that you could write the perfect university essay? Are you left baffled about where to start? This easy-to-use guide walks you through the nuts and bolts of academic writing, helping you develop your essay-writing skills and achieve higher marks. From identifying the essay type and planning a structure, to honing your research skills, managing your time, finding an essay voice, and referencing correctly, Writing Essays For Dummies shows you how to stay on top of each stage of the essay-writing process, to help you produce a well-crafted and confident final document. Writing Essays For Dummies covers: Part I: Navigating a World of Information Chapter 1: Mapping Your Way: Starting to Write Essays Chapter 2: Identifying the essay type Part II: Researching, Recording and Reformulating Chapter 3: Eyes Down: Academic reading Chapter 4: Researching Online Chapter 5: Note-taking and Organising your Material Chapter 6: Avoiding Plagiarism Part III: Putting Pen to Paper Chapter 7: Writing as a process Chapter 8: Getting Going and Keeping Going Part IV: Mastering Language and Style Chapter 9: Writing with Confidence Chapter 10: Penning the Perfect Paragraph Chapter 11: Finding Your Voice Part V: Tightening Your Structure and Organisation Chapter 12: Preparing the Aperitif: The Introduction Chapter 13: Serving the Main Course: The Essay's Body Chapter 14: Dishing up Dessert: The Conclusion Chapter 15: Acknowledging Sources of Information Part VI: Finishing with a Flourish: The Final Touches Chapter 16: It's all in the detail Chapter 17: Perfecting Your Presentation Chapter 18: The afterglow Part VII: Part of Tens Chapter 19: Ten Tips to Avoid Things Going Wrong Chapter 20: Ten Ways to Make Your Essay Stand Out

Do you panic at the thought of exams? No matter how old you are, exams can be stressful - but they don't need to be. This essential guide provides expert tips on how to change your mindset, improve how you learn and revise, control your anxiety and get good marks, whether you are studying at school, college or university.

What's the difference between brut and extra dry? Is Vintage Champagne worth the extra money? How good are Champagne-style sparkling wines from California? If you find shopping for Champagne a challenge, try the fun, friendly, pretense-free guide Champagne For Dummies and find out just how easy it is to select the perfect bottle of bubbly.

Discover how to

• Appreciate various Champagne styles
• Store and serve Champagnes
• Pair Champagne with food
• Evaluate sparkling wines from the United States and other countries

Celebrate the new millennium with the crisp, classic, delicate elegance of Champagne For Dummies!

Green technology is not only good for the environment; it's also good for your bottom line. If your organization is exploring ways to save energy and reduce environmental waste, "Green IT For Dummies" can help you get there.

This guide is packed with cost-saving ways to make your company a leader in green technology. The book is also packed with case studies from organizations that have gone green, so you can benefit from their experience. You'll discover how to: Perform an energy audit to determine your present consumption and identify where to start greeningDevelop and roll out a green technology projectBuild support from management and employeesUse collaboration tools to limit the need for corporate travelImprove electronic document managementExtend hardware life, reduce data center floor space, and improve efficiencyFormalize best practices for green IT, understand your company's requirements, and design an infrastructure to meet themMake older desktops and lighting fixtures more efficient with a few small upgradesLower costs with virtual meetings, teleconferences, and telecommuting optionsReduce your organization's energy consumption

You'll also learn what to beware of when developing your green plan, and get familiar with all the terms relating to green IT. "Green IT For Dummies" starts you on the road to saving money while you help save the planet.

Check out this guide to rock guitar technique If you're ready to start playing some rockin' tunes on the guitar, there's no better teacher than Rock Guitar For Dummies. This is the ultimate guide to playing rock 'n' roll on six strings, even if you've never picked up a guitar before! Master the riffs and melodies of your favorite songs and artists, or make up a few of your own. Find out how to choose the right amplifier, strum power chords, and maintain your guitar. Moving over from another style of guitar playing? You'll love this guide's deep dive into rock guitar technique. You'll even learn to differentiate the sounds of classic rock, heavy metal, grunge, progressive rock, and beyond. Plus, you'll get access to online resources, including audio and video clips, to bring your rock 'n' roll education to life. Get step-by-step instruction on playing rhythm and lead guitar in a variety of rock styles Practice with countless exercises and songs to add to your repertoire Download and stream over 150 audio and video tracks demonstrating the exercises and techniques in the book Find essential tips and tricks for tuning up, changing strings, and maintaining your guitar If you're a novice or intermediate guitarist wanting to rock 'n' roll, this is the friendly Dummies guide for you.

Get on the road to business school with comprehensive review and 3 practice tests GMAT Prep 2024/2025 For Dummies is a must-have to scoring your highest on the GMAT and earning your MBA. Updated for the new GMAT Focus Edition, this trusted guide will walk you through the basics of what’s on the test and give you test-taking strategies that will help you make the most of the available time. You’ll get a comprehensive review of all the GMAT content—data insights, verbal reasoning, and quantitative reasoning. Then it’s time to practice, with flashcards and 3 full-length practice tests. Detailed study plans help you prep wisely, no matter how much time you have before test day. Grab this Dummies guide to master the GMAT! Create a targeted study plan with a diagnostic pre-assessment Take full-length practice GMAT tests so you’ll be ready for the real thing Maximize your chances of getting into the business school of your choice GMAT Prep 2024/2025 For Dummies will help you land a higher score on this important exam.

Start getting great photos with your Canon EOS 70D right away The Canon EOS 70D features upgraded focusing technology, a 20.2 megapixel sensor, and faster frame-per-second shooting. Whether you're new to dSLR photography or just getting acquainted with the 70D, this handy, full-color guide will have you taking great photos before you know it. You'll learn to use all the on-board controls, shoot in auto mode, use live view, control exposure and lighting, manipulate focus and color, transfer your images to the computer for editing, and share the results in prints or online. Colorful photos throughout illustrate what you can achieve. * Upgraded features in the Canon EOS 70D include a new focusing technology that speeds up autofocus for video and live view shooting, a larger sensor, faster frame-by-frame shooting, and a wider ISO range * This full-color guide explains how to take advantage of all the features; walks you through all the on-board controls, and shows how to shoot in auto mode * Covers dSLR basics such as dialing in exposure and lighting controls, manipulating focus and color, and transferring your images from the camera to the computer * Offers advice for shooting in various common situations and explains how to post your photos online, make prints, or share them in other ways Canon EOS 70D For Dummies makes it easy to get terrific photos with your Canon dSLR camera.

Poker is America’s national card game, and its popularity continues to grow. Nationwide, you can find a game in progress everywhere. If you want to play, you can find poker games on replicas of 19th century riverboats or on Native American tribal lands. You can play poker at home with the family or online with opponents from around the world. Like bowling and billiards before it, poker has moved out from under the seedier side of its roots and is flowering in the sunshine.

Maybe you’ve never played poker before and you don’t even know what a full house is. Poker For Dummies covers the basics. Or perhaps you've played for years, but you just don’t know how to win. This handy guide will help you walk away from the poker table with winnings, not lint, in your pockets. If you’re a poker expert, you still can benefit – some of the suggestions may surprise you, and you can certainly learn from the anecdotes from professional players like T.J. Cloutier and Stu Unger.

Know what it takes to start winning hand after hand by exploring strategy; getting to know antes and betting structure; knowing your opponents, and understanding the odds. Poker For Dummies also covers the following topics and more:

• Poker games such as Seven-Card Stud, Omaha, and Texas Hold'em
• Setting up a game at home
• Playing in a casino: Do's and don'ts
• Improving your play with Internet and video poker
• Deciphering poker sayings and slang
• Ten ways to read your opponent's body language
• Playing in poker tournaments
• Money management and recordkeeping
• Knowing when and how to bluff

Poker looks like such a simple game. Anyone, it seems, can play it well – but that's far from the truth. Learning the rules can be quick work, but becoming a winning player takes considerably longer. Still, anyone willing to make the effort can become a good player. You can succeed in poker the way you succeed in life: by facing it squarely, getting up earlier than the next person, and working harder and smarter than the competition.

Implement best-in-class performance management systems Performance Management For Dummies is the definitive guide to infuse performance management with your organization's strategic goals and priorities. It provides the nuts and bolts of how to define and measure performance in terms of what employees do (i.e., behaviors) and the outcome of what they do (i.e., results) --both for individual employees as well as teams. Inside, you'll find a new multi-step, cyclical process to help you keep track of your employees' work, identify where they need to improve and how, and ensure they're growing with the organization--and helping the organization succeed. Plus, it'll show managers to C-Suites how to use performance management not just as an evaluation tool but, just as importantly, to help employees grow and improve on an ongoing basis so they are capable and motivated to support the organization's strategic objectives. Understand if your performance management system is working Make fixes where needed Get performance evaluation forms, interview protocols, and scripts for feedback meetings Grasp why people make some businesses more successful than others Make performance management a useful rather than painful management tool Get ready to define performance, measure it, help employees improve it, and align employee performance with the strategic goals and priorities of your organization.

Dan Gookin gets you up to speed so you can get down to work with all the new features of Word 2010

Bestselling and quintessential "For Dummies" author Dan Gookin employs his usual fun and friendly candor while walking you through the spectrum of new features of Word 2010. Completely in tune with the needs of the beginning Word user, Gookin shows you how to use Word quickly and efficiently so that you can spend more time working on your projects and less time trying to figure out how to make Word perform the tasks you need it to do. This newest edition of "Word For Dummies" explains how to navigate the user interface and take advantages of file formats, and skips the unnecessary jargon.Unparalleled author Dan Gookin applies his beloved "For Dummies" writing style to introduce you to all the features and functions of Word 2010Escorts you through the capabilities of Word 2010 without weighing you down with unnecessary technical jargonDeciphers the user interface and shows you how to take advantage of the file formats

The word on the street is that "Word 2010 For Dummies" is a must-read

Chords, chords, and (almost) nothing but chords Guitar Chords For Dummies is full of, well, guitar chords. This indispensable reference is a must for guitarists of every ambition, skill level, and musical genre, providing a key to the simplest and most complex guitar chords--over 600 in all. Each chord is illustrated with a chord diagram and a photo with guitarist's tips sprinkled throughout the book. You'll also get a tiny bit of music theory, so you know what's going on with all those symbols, and voicings for each chord in each of the 12 keys. And it's even small enough to fit in your guitar case. Add sparkle and range to your musical repertoire. Learn the theory and techniques for playing guitar chords Reference over 600 chords spread over 12 keys Easily try out new chords, thanks to the portable, lay-flat format Go beyond the basics with sustained, augmented, diminished, and flatted chords Guitar Chords For Dummies is ideal for newbies just picking up the guitar and seasoned musicians ready to expand their sound.

A thorough and helpful reference for aspiring website builders.

Looking to start an exciting new career in front-end web building and design? Or maybe you just want to develop a new skill and create websites for fun. Whatever your reasons, it’s never been easier to start learning how to build websites from scratch than with help from HTML, CSS, & JavaScript All-in-One For Dummies. This book has the essentials you need to wrap your head around the key ingredients of website design and creation.

You’ll learn to build attractive, useful, and easy-to-navigate websites by combining HTML, CSS, and JavaScript into fun and practical creations. Using the 6 books compiled within this comprehensive collection, you’ll discover how to make static and dynamic websites, complete with intuitive layouts and cool animations.

The book also includes:

• Incorporate the latest approaches to HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, including those involving new markup, page styles, interactivity, and more
• Step-by-step instructions for new site creators explaining the very basics of page layouts and animations
• Easy-to-follow advice for adjusting page color and background, adding widgets to a site, and getting rid of all the bugs that affect site performance

Web development is a fun, interesting, and challenging skill that can lead to a lucrative career (if you’re so inclined). And with the right help, almost anyone can learn to create engaging websites from scratch. So, grab a copy of HTML, CSS, & JavaScript All-in-One For Dummies and you’ll be designing and building before you know it!

Thinking about a knockout audio system for your car? Not sure what you need, want, or can afford? "Car Audio For Dummies" is a great place to find some answers

But wait -- what if speakers that vibrate your floorboards don't turn you on? What if you're thinking more about hands-free phone access and a DVD player to entertain the kids? Surprise "Car Audio For Dummies" can give you a hand there, too. Whether you want to feel as if your favorite band is performing right on top of your dashboard or you want to keep the soccer team entertained on the way to the tournament, this friendly guide can help.

From planning your system and buying components to getting them installed and protecting your investment, you'll find plenty of wise advice. Get the scoop on: Figuring out what kind of equipment you need to do what you wantIdentifying good sound quality when you hear itAdding components to a factory systemChoosing a video player, hands-free phone system, amplifiers, speakers, and moreFinding a reliable installer (today's automotive electronics systems are so complex that you probably won't want to go it alone)Understanding warranties and returnsProtecting and insuring your system

"Car Audio For Dummies" is sort of like that knowledgeable friend you want to take along when you tackle a project like this. Sounds like a good idea, doesn't it?

Get a handle on macOS Catalina It doesn't matter if you're doing your computing on an old reliable Macbook or a brand-new Mac desktop, both rely on macOS to help you get things done. It helps to have an equally reliable guidebook to steer you through the tasks and steps that make macOS run efficiently. This fun and friendly guide provides the direction you need to easily navigate the classic and brand new features in macOS Catalina. Longtime expert Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus shares his years of experience to help you better understand Catalina and make it a timesaving tool in your life. Take a tour of the macOS Catalina interface Get organized and save time with macOS applications Find pro tips on speeding up your Mac Back up your data macOS Catalina For Dummies is perfect for new and inexperienced macOS users looking to grasp the fundamentals of the operating system.

Managing Business Change For Dummies gives you practical step-by-step advice for evaluating your organization's change effort from start to finish. This friendly guide brings you specific techniques and tools for each step of the change process -- from how to pinpoint potential problems and resolve them quickly, to how to help employees respond to change with more flexible and positive attitudes.

Let your Excel skills sore to new heights with this bestselling guide Updated to reflect the latest changes to the Microsoft Office suite, this new edition of Excel For Dummies quickly and painlessly gets you up to speed on mastering the world's most widely used spreadsheet tool. Written by bestselling author Greg Harvey, it has been completely revised and updated to offer you the freshest and most current information to make using the latest version of Excel easy and stress-free. If the thought of looking at spreadsheet makes your head swell, you've come to the right place. Whether you've used older versions of this popular program or have never gotten a headache from looking at all those grids, this hands-on guide will get you up and running with the latest installment of the software, Microsoft Excel 2016. In no time, you'll begin creating and editing worksheets, formatting cells, entering formulas, creating and editing charts, inserting graphs, designing database forms, and more. Plus, you'll get easy-to-follow guidance on mastering more advanced skills, like adding hyperlinks to worksheets, saving worksheets as web pages, adding worksheet data to an existing web page, and so much more. Save spreadsheets in the Cloud to work on them anywhere Use Excel 2016 on a desktop, laptop, or tablet Share spreadsheets via email, online meetings, and social media sites Analyze data with PivotTables If you're new to Excel and want to spend more time on your actual work than figuring out how to make it work for you, this new edition of Excel 2016 For Dummies sets you up for success.

Get Your Piece of the Hottest Business Online Today! Affiliate marketing is your route to earning some serious bucks. Thousands of companies both large & small like Amazon, Sears, Best Buy, Overstock, Lowe's, Priceline & others have programs so you can profit from the thousands of products they offer. Affiliate marketing is ideal for bloggers looking to monetize their work. This is a multibillion-dollar market, and there are 10+ million people involved in the biz worldwide. There's always room for more because the opportunity keeps growing as more and more companies offer affiliate programs. Affiliate Marketing For Dummies shows you how to get a slice of the pie! Choose the right affiliate product or service for you Find the best affiliate programs for you Find the best affiliate marketing strategies Affiliate Marketing for Dummies is your friendly step-by-step guide to getting in on this moneymaker--big time.

The fun and easy way to coach youth hockey - no experience required

Hockey is growing in leaps and bounds around the world, but the demand for qualified coaches far outstrips availability. Moms and dads are being recruited to step in and assume the role of coach even with nothing more than feigned interest for credentials. "Coaching Hockey For Dummies" is ideally suited to meet these growing needs: its message is clear, the information thorough and user friendly, and it brings along a great attitude.

For anyone new to coaching, "Coaching Hockey For Dummies" will provide an invaluable reference. Unlike other coaching books, which only cover what happens on the ice, "Coaching Hockey For Dummies" covers every aspect of hockey coaching, from what equipment a coach needs, to holding player-parent meetings, to the perfect drills to develop individual and team skills.

Stop looking at your phone--and start looking at your Apple Watch Much more than a time-telling device, the Apple Watch is your very own wrist-sized computer. And Apple Watch For Dummies is the most trusted guide for new and upgrading users. Learn how to check your email, make a phone call, look at tomorrow's weather forecast, and track your calorie burn, all right on your wrist. Dummies helps you navigate the interface, use helpful Siri shortcuts, make wireless payments, and more. This 2023 Edition is fully updated for the latest version of the Apple Watch and watchOS. Learn how to connect your Apple Watch to your phone and start receiving messages Check the weather, track your fitness, and use apps on your Watch Make payments wirelessly by tapping your Watch at points-of-sale Discover all the features of the newest Apple Watch models This is the perfect Dummies guide for first-time Apple Watch users, as well as people who are upgrading their Apple Watch and need a reference on the latest features.

Learning Italian is easy with Dummies Italian Workbook For Dummies is for beginners who want to get started learning Italian. Packed with foundational grammar and integrated vocab, Italian Workbook For Dummies will set new language learners on their way to a wonderful experience learning this beautiful romance language. This book provides valuable practice lessons and exercises so that you can learn to write and communicate in Italian with confidence. Italian Workbook For Dummies is also an excellent supplement for any student looking to boost their classroom learning. With the tried-and-true expertise of Dummies, you'll move through the Italian basics with ease. Get introduced to the Italian language, including basic grammar and pronunciation Complete exercises to improve your ability to write and speak in Italian Learn important phrases for travelling, doing business, and studying in Italy Build your vocabulary, discover common slang, and learn authentic expressions This is the perfect Dummies guide for those who are brand new to the Italian language, regardless of age or background. Gain the confidence you need to interact in Italiano!

Explains his influence on the military, law, politics, and religion
Get the real story of Napoleon Bonaparte
Not sure what's true about Napoleon? This easy-to-follow guide gets past the stereotypes and introduces you to this extraordinary man's beginnings, accomplishments, and famous romances. It traces Napoleon's rise from Corsican military cadet to Emperor of the French, chronicles his military campaigns, explains the mistakes that led to his removal from power, and explores his lasting impact on Europe and the world.
Discover
* How Napoleon built -- and lost -- an empire
* The forces that influenced him
* Why he created the Napoleonic Code
* The inside story on Josephine
* How he helped shape modern-day Europe

Easy steps to practical databases People who really know how to build, populate, and simplify databases are few and far between. Access 2019 For Dummies is here to help you join the ranks of office heroes who possess these precious skills. This book offers clear and simple advice on how to build and operate databases as well as create simple forms, import data from outside sources, query databases for information, and share knowledge in reports. In short, it's the book that holds all the secrets behind the mysteries of Access! Build effective databases from the ground up Simplify your data entry with forms and tables Write queries that produce answers to your data questions Simplify input with forms There's no time like the present to get your hands on the insight that database beginners need to become Access gurus.

Conquer the markets and become a successful day trader

Day trading is a fast-paced, sometimes risky form of investment. Day Trading For Dummies gives you the information you need to get started with this quick-action form of trading for income and maintain your assets. Learn how the market works, how to read and predict price movements, and how to minimize your loss potential, so you can manage your money strategically and create your day trading plan. Expert author Ann Logue will set you on the path to success, showing you the techniques successful day traders use to profit. This new edition covers crypto, AI, meme stocks, new trading options, and the latest strategies. By following market indicators and doing the essential research, you can avoid making critical mistakes and instead make smart trades that earn money.