Make the most of SharePoint2013 -- without becoming a technical expert! SharePoint 2013 Absolute Beginner's Guide is the fastest way to get comfortable and productive with the newest version of SharePoint, and use its powerful new tools. Whether you're new to SharePointor you're one of the millions who've used previous versions, this practical, approachable book will show you how to do exactly what you want, one incredibly clear and easy step at a time. World-renowned SharePointtutorial author Katherine Murray reveals SharePoint2013's power, and teaches you how to do all this:

* Get started with SharePoint 2013, navigate its tools, and plan your site's essential elements

* Set up SharePoint permissions, user roles, and groups

* Name and navigate your site

* Build powerful sites with master pages, site themes, Web Parts, and Solutions

* Create and work with document libarires, picture galleries, and more

* Add and format web pages

* Set up and optimize search

* Create blogs and wikis

* Set up email, user alerts, and shared calendars

* Work with teams, Document Workspaces, and Meeting Workspaces

* Design and add workflows

* Gather data with surveys

* And much more

Throughout, friendly, easy-to-understand examples show how diverse SharePoint features work together; and Tips, Notes, and Cautions point out special techniques, extra learning information, and warnings readers need to know.