Computers : Hardware

Time for an upgrade!. The fifth edition of The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Computer Basics places the reader in charge of the computer, rather than the other way around, and places the focus on software troubleshooting rather than hardware techno-babble. The reader wants to do something practical with his or her computer—this book shows them how. ·Covers basic office programs and how to manage photo, video, and music files. ·Advice on safe web-surfing, including coverage of newsgroups, message boards, and mailing lists. ·New green computing initiatives that help protect the environment. ·Maintenance and upgrading information more...

Price: $19.95

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Upgrading and Repairing PCs, Fifth Edition teaches you how to upgrade your PC peripherals to increase productivity on your PC, without intimidating or offending you. A straight-forward, conversational tone provides basic information in purchasing and installing the newest technology for multimedia and more. You will learn how various software applications and operating system upgrades can help you use or not use your PC more efficiently. This book gives you the foundation on what a PC is and how to upgrade it in everyday language. more...

Price: $19.95

This volume contains 18 contributions to the Third Russian-German Advanced Research Workshop on Computational Science and High Performance Computing presented in July 2007 at Novosibirsk, Russia. The workshop was organized jointly by the High Performance Computing Center Stuttgart (HLRS) and the Institute of Computational Technologies of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences (ICT SB RAS) The contributions range from computer science, mathematics and high performance computing to applications in mechanical and aerospace engineering. They show a wealth of theoretical work and simulation experience with a potential of bringing together theoretical mathematical modelling and usage of high performance computing systems presenting the state of the art of computational technologies. more...

Price: $229.00

Computing for the Older & Wiser is a simple-to-follow user friendly guide aimed at the older generation introducing the basics of mastering a computer. Covering the latest release of Windows Vista Home Premium(TM) and Windows XP(TM), this book is designed for people who want straightforward instructions on how to use their home PC. Written in plain English, using no unintelligible 'computer speak' Adrian guides you step-by-step through the basics of computing including chapters on:.:.; Use of the keyboard and mouse.; Email and the Internet.; Customising your desktop.; Word processing.; Digital photography.; Useful websites.; and much more. Useful tips and tricks and a question and answer revision section in each chapter will build your confidence, get you up-to-date and technologically savvy in no time!. If you want to learn how to search and shop online, email or chat to family and friends, and you have the enthusiasm to learn a new skill then this book is for you.:.; With explanatory screenshots in full colour.; Easy to read font.; Supplementary website - including additional exercises to help improve your PC skills, further online hints and tips, and a directory of useful resources. www.pcwisdom.co.uk. " Computing for the Older & Wiser will take readers comfortably through getting started on their home PC. The content is similar to what we would take our clients through if they were to attend a class, which is exactly the right level.". —Faye Lester, Computer Training Coordinator, Age Concern Camden, UK. "I have not had so much fun for years". —Renee Moore, 79, pupil at Age Concern, Colchester, UK. more...

Price: $27.50

Hardware methods are more suitable where high speed and real-time encryption are needed. This monograph shows how high-speed cryptographic algorithms implementations can be achieved on reconfigurable hardware devices such as Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) without posing prohibitively high requirements for hardware resources. more...

Price: $99.00