Nearly 900 pages of tips, tricks, and instructions give PC users the know-how they need to hook up hardware, work with Windows, build a network, troubleshoot problems, work faster and smarter-and have more fun Topics covered include choosing a laptop or desktop, using a PC as a media center, upgrading from XP to Vista, looking inside the computer case, setting up a network, getting the most out of games and other timewasters, keeping a PC healthy, using a PC for presentations, and much, much more Demystifies confusing jargon and explains complex topics in easy-to-follow language The companion…mehr
Nearly 900 pages of tips, tricks, and instructions give PC users the know-how they need to hook up hardware, work with Windows, build a network, troubleshoot problems, work faster and smarter-and have more fun Topics covered include choosing a laptop or desktop, using a PC as a media center, upgrading from XP to Vista, looking inside the computer case, setting up a network, getting the most out of games and other timewasters, keeping a PC healthy, using a PC for presentations, and much, much more Demystifies confusing jargon and explains complex topics in easy-to-follow language The companion CD-ROM contains useful software, including a memory diagnostic utility and a WiFi sniffer, plus a searchable PDF version of the book
Kelly L. Murdock has written extensively on 3D graphics and Web technologies. His credits include the 3ds max 4 Bible, the Adobe Atmosphere Bible, Master HTML and XHTML Visually, and JavaScript Blueprints. He is the creative force behind the children's education site www.animabets.com.
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Acknowledgments
Introduction
Part I: Choosing Your Computer
Chapter 1: Desktop or Laptop?
Chapter 2: Evaluating the Warranty and Support
Chapter 3: Buying a Computer
Part II: Understanding Your Computer's Components
Chapter 4: Looking Inside the Case
Chapter 5: How Your Computer Computes
Chapter 6: The Central Processing Unit
Chapter 7: Random Access Memory
Chapter 8: Understanding the BIOS
Chapter 9: Hard Drives and Other Storage Media
Chapter 10: Understanding Graphics Controllers
Chapter 11: Video Monitors
Chapter 12: Keyboards, Mice, and Other Input Devices
Chapter 13: Sound Cards, Speakers, and Other Audio
Chapter 14: Using USB and FireWire Interfaces
Chapter 15: Using Bluetooth
Part III: Using Your Desktop Computer
Chapter 16: Exploring Your Desktop Computer
Chapter 17: Managing Power on a Desktop Computer
Chapter 18: Overclocking Your Computer
Part IV: Using Your Laptop Computer
Chapter 19: Choosing a Laptop Computer
Chapter 20: Finding Your Way Around Your Laptop Computer
Chapter 21: Managing Power on a Laptop Computer
Chapter 22: Using External Devices with a Laptop
Chapter 23: Connecting Your Laptop to the Internet
Chapter 24: PC Cards and ExpressCards
Chapter 25: Laptop Accessories
Chapter 26: Traveling with Your Laptop
Part V: Improving Your Computer's Performance
Chapter 27: Setting Up Your Computer
Chapter 28: Enhancing the View
Chapter 29: Ergonomics: Making the Most of Bad Design
Chapter 30: Accessibility
Part VI: Putting Your Computer to Work
Chapter 31: Working with Microsoft Windows
Chapter 32: Essential Software
Chapter 33: Alternatives to Windows
Chapter 34: Sharing a Computer
Chapter 35: Printing from Your Computer
Chapter 36: Making Presentations
Chapter 37: Scanning to Your Computer
Chapter 38: Using Your Computer with a Digital Camera
Chapter 39: Scheduling Software Events
Chapter 40: Synchronizing Your Data Files
Chapter 41: Using Windows Remote Desktop
Chapter 42: Playing, Creating, and Editing Sound
Chapter 43: Viewing, Creating, and Editing Video
Part VII: Using Your Computer for Communications
Chapter 44: Connecting Your Computer to a Network or Another Computer
Chapter 45: Sending and Receiving Faxes
Chapter 46: Using Your Computer on the Internet
Chapter 47: Using Virtual Private Networks
Part VIII: Security and Maintenance
Chapter 48: Keeping Your Computer and Data Secure
Chapter 49: Preventing Trouble Through Maintenance
Chapter 50: Restoring Windows
Chapter 51: Troubleshooting: Finding the Problem After It Happens
