Alexa for Dummies - by Paul McFedries (Paperback)

Number of Pages: 304
Genre: Computers + Internet
Sub-Genre: Hardware
Format: Paperback
Publisher: For Dummies
Age Range: Adult
Book theme: Peripherals
Author: Paul McFedries
Language: English

About the Book

"Whether you'll use Alexa to send text messages, play music, control your thermostat, look up recipes, replenish your pantry, or just search the internet for information, you'll find detailed instructions in this fun and easy-to-understand guide. Amazon's hugely popular family of Echo devices has made Alexa a household name. She can answer your questions, entertain you, and even help around the house. Alexa for Dummies is the perfect guide for Alexa users who want to get up and running with their Echo devices. From basic setup to making the most of Alexa's powerful smart home capabilities, this is your one-stop resource to all things Alexa. Set up and personalize your Alexa device with an Amazon account and custom settings, including your preferred Alexa voice. Use Alexa to play music throughout your home, stream videos online, and meet all your entertainment needs. Unlock the power of advanced features like Alexa Skills and make your Alexa accessible. Turn your ordinary house into a modern smart home with advanced smart home features and Echo accessories. The virtual assistant you've dreamed of is now a reality with your favorite Echo device."--Publisher's description.

Book Synopsis

Upgrade your Echo expertise with this Dummies guide to all things Alexa

Amazon's hugely popular family of Echo devices has made Alexa a household name. She can answer your questions, entertain you, and even help around the house. Alexa for Dummies is the perfect guide for Alexa users who want to get up and running with their Echo devices. From basic setup to making the most of Alexa's powerful smart home capabilities, this is your one-stop resource to all things Alexa.

Whether you'll use Alexa to send text messages, play music, control your thermostat, look up recipes, replenish your pantry, or just search the internet for information, you'll find detailed instructions in this fun and easy-to-understand guide.

• Set up and personalize your Alexa device with an Amazon account and custom settings, including your preferred Alexa voice
• Use Alexa to play music throughout your home, stream videos online, and meet all your entertainment needs
• Unlock the power of advanced features like Alexa Skills and make your Alexa accessible
• Turn your ordinary house into a modern smart home with advanced smart home features and Echo accessories

The virtual assistant you've dreamed of is now a reality with your favorite Echo device. Let Alexa For Dummies make your wish Alexa's command.

From the Back Cover

• Get your Alexa-enabled devices up and running
• Turn your ordinary house into a smart home
• Play music, check the weather, and do more with Alexa

Make your life easier and more fun with Alexa

Alexa devices, the best-selling products on Amazon, can answer your questions, entertain you, and even help around the house. If you want to make the jump from Alexa novice to savvy smart-home whiz, this book has everything you need. Whether you'll use Alexa to send text messages, play music, control your thermostat, keep track of who is at your door, look up recipes, or just search the Internet for information, you'll find detailed instructions in this fun and easy-to-understand guide.

• Find out which Alexa device is best for you
• Get your Alexa on Wi-Fi
• Manage your calendar
• Create reminders and timers
• Ask Alexa questions
• Play music and podcasts
• Set up your smart home
• Know all the most useful commands

About the Author

Paul McFedries has worked with, programmed, and, yes, talked to computers large and small since 1975. Although he's now primarily a writer, Paul has worked as a programmer, consultant, database developer, and website developer. He has written more than 95 books that have sold more than four million copies worldwide.