Computers : Personal Computers & Microcomputers : IBM-Compatible

Get the latest edition of the bestselling PC book on the planet!. What better way to make friends with your new PC than with this new edition of the bestselling PC book in the world? PCs For Dummies, Windows 7 Edition explains the latest Windows operating system in a refreshingly jargon-free way that's loaded with good humor and great help. Discover how to make your PC safe for your kids, get in touch with your digital life, use flash drives, learn about green computing, and much more.: Dan Gookin, author of the original DOS For Dummies, helped launch the worldwide popularity of the series; his books have been translated in 32 languages and have more than 12 million copies in print; This guide gets you up to speed on the latest PC hardware and software and covers all the innovations and changes in Windows 7, all without the boring jargon; Covers making your PC safe for kids, organizing your digital life, green computing, storage on memory cards and flash drives, online photo sharing, and much more. Make your life easier the Dummies way with PCs For Dummies, Windows 7 Edition . more...

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Features a study guide for the A+ certification sponsored by Computing Technology Industry Association. A+ certifies the competency of service technicians in the computer industry. A+ candidates must pass two exams - Core Hardware and Operating System Technologies. more...

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Build It. Fix It. Own It . is the ultimate beginner's guide to. building and fixing your own PC. With a friendly, knowledgeable tone,. this book shows the beginning PC builder everything he or she needs to. know to build a computer or upgrade an existing one. We step you through the parts that lurk inside a PC, from the. motherboard and power supply to the CPU, memory, hard drive, video card,. sound card, and networking hardware. In each case, you will learn how. the hardware works, what it does, what types of hardware are available,. and what to look for when buying the hardware. Then we walk you step-by-step though a series of PC building. projects. We show you how to build five different types of PC: a basic. business PC, a home theater PC, a high-performance PC, a killer gaming. PC, and a budget PC. And if building a new PC from scratch isn't in your. budget, we show you how to resurrect an old PC by swapping out a few. key components. When you have your PC built and running, we show you how to set up a. wireless network and the BIOS and maintain your new rig. Build It. Fix It. Own It. is the ultimate PC builder's guide,. even if you've never ventured inside a PC case before!. more...

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Realizing that purchasing a computer is a significant investment, beloved author Dan Gookin assists readers in finding a tailor-made computer that suits specific needs while also offering longevity Delivers all the know-how in an understandable, enjoyable, friendly style so readers don't feel overwhelmed by all the choices they'll face when buying a computer Walks readers step by step through all the new developments: CD burner/DVD combo drives, processor upgrades, flat panel displays, new modem and networking options, new peripherals, and more An essential reference for first-time computer buyers looking to make a wise purchase, and for anyone looking to get an additional computer more...

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This book identifies the 20-30 tasks that you as a PC novice want to perform and then it draws a map showing you how to achieve your goal. You'll follow simple steps to print a greeting card, reconcile a checkbook balance, decorate the Windows desktop, make the PC run faster and more. more...

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