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Google Drive and Docs in 30 Minutes (2nd Edition)
Updated in 2018! The top-selling guide to Google’s free online office suite is now available in a revised and expanded second edition. Thirty minutes is all you'll need to get up to speed with Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides, the free online productivity suite and alternative to Microsoft Office. Millions of people use the software every day. You can use Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides to perform the following tasks: • Write letters and reports • Crunch numbers and create online data entry forms • Give presentations • Collaborate online with classmates and colleagues • Convert Microsoft Office documents to Google formats, and vice versa • Print documents, drawings, and spreadsheets • Export PDFs • Make pie charts, bar charts, and simple tables • Publish documents and spreadsheets online using the new Google Sites After covering registration, file creation and other basics, Google Drive and Docs In 30 Minutes (2nd Edition) zeroes in on the most important time-saving tips and productivity tools. Highlights include: • Converting files between Microsoft Office and Google formats. • Best practices for organizing files in Google Drive. • What to expect with collaboration and sharing. • The pros and cons of Google’s mobile apps for Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides. • Accessing older versions of files. • How to publish your documents to the Web for colleagues or members of the public to view. • Functions, sorting and filtering in Google Sheets (with examples). • Using Google Forms to gather data. • Google Slides: Is it a suitable alternative to Microsoft PowerPoint? • Working with offline files. • Downloading third-party apps. The tone of Google Drive and Docs In 30 Minutes is friendly and easy to understand, with lots of step-by-step instructions, screenshots, and examples. The guide can be used by anyone with a PC, Mac, or Chromebook. It also includes instructions for using Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides on Android and iOS phones and tablets. Google Drive and Docs In 30 Minutes, 2nd Edition is authored by Ian Lamont, an award-winning technology and business journalist. He has written several books in the "In 30 Minutes" series, including Dropbox In 30 Minutes, Twitter In 30 Minutes, and Excel Basics In 30 Minutes. Here's what readers are saying about Google Drive & Docs In 30 Minutes: “I am so glad this was made! I've been using Google Docs for a while now and have been encouraging my teacher colleagues to do so as well to facilitate collaboration. It has become my go-to text book to help new users understand quickly. If you're new to Google Drive or Google Documents, this will help you. If you're experienced, and want something to help those who come to you with questions, this is a nice tool to help them remember what you show them. I highly recommend it.” “I just got a new position that requires record keeping. Having used Google Docs in the past, I decided to update my knowledge. I googled "Docs for dummies" and this was one of the results. I liked the concept that the title implies - a concise guide that will distill what I need and allow me to complete a task quickly” “A clear and concise explanation of how to navigate your way through google docs.” “Excellent introduction to Google drive. Well researched, easy to read, nicely organized.”
Google Drive: The Cloud Platform That Transformed Digital Storage
Introduction In the digital age, where data rules our professional and personal lives, the need for accessible, reliable, and secure storage has never been greater. Google Drive, launched by Google in April 2012, emerged as a groundbreaking platform that revolutionized how we store, share, and collaborate on information. This book explores the inception, evolution, features, impact, and future of Google Drive. Chapter 1: The Origins of Google Drive Before Google Drive, managing documents across multiple devices was cumbersome. Google foresaw the growing need for a centralized, cloud-based storage system. This chapter explores: The early experiments with Google Docs & Spreadsheets. The internal development journey of Drive. Google Drive’s official launch and public reception in 2012. Chapter 2: Core Features and Capabilities Google Drive is much more than a virtual folder. It offers: 15 GB of free storage shared across Google services. Seamless integration with Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, and Drawings. Version history and real-time collaboration. File backup, synchronization, and offline access. AI-driven search and document suggestions. Chapter 3: The Drive Ecosystem Drive connects with a vast network of apps and services: Integration with Gmail, Google Calendar, and Google Meet. Third-party app compatibility via Google Workspace Marketplace. Mobile apps for Android and iOS. Drive File Stream for businesses and Google Workspace users. Chapter 4: Security and Privacy Security is at the core of Google Drive: Encryption at rest and in transit. Two-factor authentication (2FA). Admin controls for organizations. Google Vault for data retention and eDiscovery. Chapter 5: Drive for Work and Education Google Drive plays a pivotal role in: Remote work collaboration with Google Workspace. Classroom learning through Google Classroom integration. Streamlined document workflow, form submissions, and paperless education. Chapter 6: Drive vs. Competitors How does Google Drive stack up against: Dropbox Microsoft OneDrive Apple iCloud Box This chapter examines storage, pricing, features, and user experience. Chapter 7: Innovations and AI in Google Drive Drive continues to evolve with AI and machine learning: Priority workspace and intelligent file suggestions. Smart Compose and grammar suggestions in Docs. Optical character recognition (OCR) for scanned documents. Chapter 8: Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices Master Google Drive with: Organizational strategies using folders and color-coding. Shared drive management. Keyboard shortcuts and productivity hacks. Efficient file search with advanced queries. Chapter 9: Challenges and Criticisms While powerful, Google Drive has faced issues: Privacy concerns over data access. Limitations on file size and types. Storage policy changes affecting users with large photo libraries. Chapter 10: The Future of Google Drive What lies ahead: Continued AI integration and smarter file suggestions. Improved integration with emerging Google tools. Tighter security frameworks for enterprise use. Potential augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) applications. Conclusion Google Drive is more than a cloud storage solution; it’s a digital companion in our modern information-driven world. With its commitment to innovation, collaboration, and accessibility, it continues to redefine how we manage digital content.
