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Google Chrome is a free and easy to use web browser from Google. It has got a simple and clean design and advanced features. This web browser is the most widely used web browser all over the world. In this tutorial we will learn about the features of Google Chrome by using the Google account.

Features of Chrome

Chrome has got various features that makes it very simple and easy to browse the web. Here are some of the features of Google Chrome.

Speed: Chrome has been designed with the web applications in mind, performance with the Facebook and Gmail is very quick and reliable.

Security: Chrome has got a wide variety of tools to let you be safe online. It is updating on regular basis so you are protected always from the latest malware and phishing scams. Like Chrome will show you warning whenever you will visit a page that is potentially dangerous.

Customization: The design of Chrome is very simple and the Chrome Web Store will make it very simple to customize the web apps, extensions and themes.

Translation: If you are visiting a website that is in language other than English, Chrome will translate the page automatically to your native language. This feature is not 100% perfect but it has allowed millions of the websites that you might have never visited before.

Downloading Google Chrome:

Google Chrome does not come pre-installed with your operating system unlike Internet Explorer or Safari. In order to use Chrome, you need to download and onstall it to your computer. This process is very simple and will be completed within no time.

To Download and Install Chrome:

• In order to download and install Google Chrome you need to follow these simple steps.
• First of all by using your current browser, navigate to www.google.come/chrome.
• You will notice that Google Chrome download page will appear. Locate and select the Download now button.
• A dialog box will appear and you need to review the Google Chrome Terma of Service then click Accept and Install.
• You will notice that Google Chrome Installer will open automatically. The download and installation process may change depending on your current browser and operating system. Step-by-step instructions will appear in browser window if you are not sure how to proceed.
• Now the installer will close when it is finished and Google Chrome will open.

Accessing Chrome:

• If you are using Windows, Chrome will add a shortcut on the desktop. When you need to open Chrome all you have to do is to double-click the icon. Chrome can also be accessed from the Start menu or pin it to the taskbar.
• If you are a Mac user, you can open Chrome from Launchpad. You can also drag Chrome to the Dock for instant access.

Chrome for mobile devices:

Chrome can be used for the web browser on your mobile devices. This web browser has been developed for both Android and iOS. This app lets you browse the web, open various tabs, conduct the serches and many more. You will also have the options to sign in to Chrome on your mobile device letting you sync the bookmarks, browsing history, saved passwords and settings across your devices.

For using the Google Drive you are required to have a Google Account. Making an account in Google is absolutely free and signing up is very easy and simple. For creating a Google account you are required to enter some information which includes name, brith place and your location. By creating a Google account, your Gmail email address and Google+ profile will automatically be created.

Creating a Google Account:

• For creating a Google account you need to go to www.google.com. Now you need to locate and select Sign in button in the top right corner of the page.
• Now you need to click on Create an account.
• After this a sign-up form will appear. You need to follow the directions and enter the required information.
• Now you are required to enter your phone number. Google will send verification code to your phone that you will use complete sign up process.
• Now you need to enter the verification code which is sent to your phone and then click Verify.
• Now a personal information page will appear. You are required to follow the irections and enter your information which includes your birth date and gender.
• Now review the Google’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy and then click I agree.
• Now you account has been created.

Accessing Google Drive:

Once you have set up your Google account, you can access Google Drive by going to http://drive.google.com in your web browser.

You can also access Google Drive from any Google page by selecting grid icon near the top right corner and after that clicking Drive.

Google Drive interface

Your Google Drive will be empty at the start but as you begin to upload and create the files you will require to know how to view, manage as well as organize them in the interface.

In MS Excel one of the most powerful features is the ability to calculate numerical information by using formulas. Excel is capable of adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing operations. In this tutorial we will learn how to use cell references to create simple formulas.

Mathematical operators:

MS Excel uses the standard operators for the formulas asterick (*) for multiplication, forward slash (/) for division, plus sign (+)for addition, minus sign (-) for subtraction and caret (^) for exponents. All of the excel formulas are required to begin with an equals sign (=).

Cell References:

usually numbers are used for creating an Excel formulas like =2+2 or =4*4. But you can also use cell addresses for creating a formula. This is called making a cell reference. Using the cell reference will ensure that your formulas are accurate because you can modify the value of referenced cells without rewriting the formula.

Creating a Formula:

For creating a formula follow these simple steps.

• First of all you need to select the cell that will contain the formula.
• Now type the equals sign (=). Notice how it is shown in both the cell and formula bar.

• Now type the cell address of the ceel you need to reference first in the formula. You will notice that a blue border will appear around the referenced cell.
• Type the mathematical operator you need to use.
• Now type the cell address of the cell you need to reference second in the formula. A red border will appear around the referenced cell.
• Now press Enter on your keyboard and the formula will be calculated and the value will be displayed in the cell.