You’ll get all of the basics of digital images and master the importing and exporting of images. You’ll find out how to create easy enhancements like adding shadows and highlights and making color natural, in addition to learning how to use the Adobe camera raw plug-in. Before you know it, you’ll be making beautiful “art” with Photoshop by combining images, precision edges, dressing up images, painting in Photoshop, and using filters. You can even streamline your work in Photoshop using advanced techniques. Find out how to:

* Import images and use all the tools and processes
* Reduce digital noise, make colors look natural, add highlights and shadows
* Optimize images for print or the Web
* Edit images
* Explore the Painting function and master the daunting Brushes panel
* Add layer styles
* Create on-screen presentations, contact prints, and more

Complete with lists of ten reasons to love your Wacom tablet, ten reasons to own a digital camera, and ten favorite tips and tricks, Adobe CS4For Dummies is your one-stop guide to setting up, working with, and making the most of Photoshop CS4 for all your digital photography needs.

Google AdWords For Dummies, 2nd Edition (2009)
A completely updated reference to help you get the most value out of your AdWords campaigns

Google AdWords is a unique tool that allows you to set your own budget and create ads and choose keywords that are specifically related to your business. When your ad appears next to the search results, people can simply click your ad to learn more about you or make a purchase. This handy guide walks you through the newest tips, tricks, and techniques for maximizing your AdWords campaign.

Offering valuable advice, this new edition includes case studies from readers who have shared what they learned from using the techniques revealed in the first edition.

* A revised and updated guide that shares invaluable advice for maximizing your AdWords campaign
* Discusses changes to the AdWords interface as well as best practices in split testing, opt-in landing page structure, and ad group structure
* Reviews new, free tools included in AdWords as well as new and improved third-party tools
* Includes an in-depth explanation of Google's free Web site testing and optimization tool: Website Optimizer
* Includes a Google AdWords gift card worth $25 (details inside book)

With this handy reference by your side, you will discover the best way to put a Google AdWords campaign to work for you!

Home Theater For Dummies, 3rd Edition (2009)
Overwhelmed with big screen TV and home theater audio options? What do you need to build the perfect home theater experience? Home Theater For Dummies, 3rd Edition shows you how to plan a home theater system and choose components that fit your budget and your room.

Beginning with the most basic information, this guide helps you choose what you need and put it all together. It explains DLP, 3LCD, HDMI, DTV, and HDTV so you can talk intelligently with salespeople at the electronics store. You’ll find out about Blu-ray, explore HD and satellite radio options, and see how to incorporate a Wii, Xbox, or Playstation 3 into your set-up. Learn to:

* Choose among plasma, LCD, and projection TVs
* Know the difference between digital TV and HDTV
* Assess and choose an LCD TV, a new 3D TV, or an HD radio
* Set up your audio system and TV for maximum performance
* Use a Media Center or Home Theater PC
* Fine-tune your system and add cool touches such as accessing home theater content from your cell phone
* Explore HD and satellite radio options, CD players, DVD-Audio disks, and options for old cassettes and vinyl
* Set up your system with the proper cables for each component, or learn what it takes to go wireless
* Calibrate your video with a calibration disk, an optical comparator, or a DVD containing THX Optimizer

Get the perfect home theater experience by following the expert tips and techniques presented in Home Theater For Dummies, 3rd Edition. You’ll be watching movies and listening to audio in no time!