Start using Excel spreadsheets, formulas, and charts - practice exercises make it easy

You don't have to be overwhelmed by Excel - this workbook helps you get the hang of the most popular spreadsheet program by doing! From working with pivot tables to adding graphics to building dynamic charts, managing and securing data, performing data analysis, adding hyperlinks, and creating macros, you will do it all with the help of practice files on the CD-ROM.

See how to

* Set up, format, and edit basic spreadsheets
* Create a variety of formulas for finance, date and time, math, and more
* Calculate return on investments or loan amortization
* Master data analysis with pivot tables
* Turn spreadsheets into Web pages and master hyperlinks

All this on the bonus CD-ROM

* Sample files for all exercises in the book
* A variety of useful Excel tools
* Worksheets and templates for financial planning and more
* Trial version of Crystal Xcelsius