Not just for owners of Compaq systems, this unique offering is geared toward the millions of new computer owners who demand instant help as they install and explore their machines. The ultimate answer book, it covers plugging everything in, fixing choppy video, installing multimedia upgrades, getting speakers to speak, going on-line and much more.
Nurse your PC back to health with a little help from Leo Laporte.Leo Laporte's PC Help Desk in a Bookuses a unique, medical dictionary approach, complete with symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for all of your common and not-so-common PC maladies. Flow-charts will help you correctly diagnose and treat such problems as: Windows installation woes Storage device tragedies Printer problems Pesky audio, video and general multimedia mayhem Keyboard and mouse afflictions Home networking headaches Core PC hardware issues Application failures Viruses, spyware and spam infections Don't waste time digging through paperwork only to find a tech-support line that is going to cost you an arm and a leg to cure your PC's ailments. Make your own house calls instead withLeo Laporte's PC Help Desk in a Book.
This guide is a shopping companion for people who wish to build their own desktop computer. It helps you choose which parts are best for you by ensuring compatibility and performance. Features a component overview, valuable rules of thumb, and a quick-lookup reference chart with recommended brands and models
Reviews over 400 seminal games from 1975 to 2015. Each entry shares articles on the genre, mod suggestions and hints on how to run the games on modern hardware.
In systems analysis, programming, development, or operations, improving productivity and service - doing more with less - is the major challenge. Regardless of your management level, the Handbook gives you the advice and support you need to survive and prosper in the competitive environment. It is the only comprehensive and timely source of technical and managerial guidance, providing expert information on the latest IT management techniques from top IS experts. This edition explains state-of-the-art technologies, innovative management strategies, and practical step-by-step solutions for surviving and thriving in today's demanding business environment. The IS Management Handbook outlines how to effectively manage, adapt and integrate new technology wisely, providing guidance from 70 leading IS management experts in every important area. This reference enables its readers to ensure quality, contain costs, improve end-user support, speed up systems development time, and solve rapidly changing business problems with today's IS technology.
If you're a candidate for Server+ certification, which measures essential competencies in advanced PC hardware issues such as RAID, SCSI, multiple CPUs, SANs, and much more, the Training Guide has what you need to pass. We have partnered with Elton Jernigan, a Subject Matter Expert (SME) of the initial Focus Group for development of the Server+ exam. He brings you an excellent resource that not only will help you pass the exam, but will also prove to be a handy, concise reference for managers and technicians who must select and implement hardware for network servers. You will benefit from Elton's insight as a 27-year veteran of the IT industry, including his experience as Director of Technology for the College of Business at Florida State University and as a senior computer trainer for the Beacon Institute for Learning. We make the most of your Server+ Certification study time by providing: Content that is organized according to each job dimension and exam objective Exam objectives that are clearly detailed and explained Study strategies to optimize your learning Exam tips that provide specific exam-related advice Step-by-step instructions that walk you through a task and help you learn faster Additional content sections with in-depth reference material Chapter summaries that review key concepts Key terms you'll need to understand Resource URLs that list web sites you can access for additional information on topics in each chapter Exercises that provide concrete experiences to reinforce learning Review questions and answers to assess your comprehension Sample exam questions that include answers and detailed explanations
What can you do with your Eee PC? Find out how to get the most from this mini-laptop with Asus Eee PC For Dummies. It shows you how to get things done—using the Linux operating system and applications, navigating the tabbed desktop, adding hardware and software, backing up and restoring the Eee PC, and more. You’ll learn how to set up Windows, take advantage of all the pre-installed software, ensure that your computer is secure, and even run your Eee PC on solar power. You’ll find tips for configuring printers and changing touchpad settings, techniques for making Skype phone calls and listening to Internet radio, and advice for adding storage and peripherals. It also helps you: Take full advantage of this exciting, ultra-portable “netbook” PC Set up your wireless connection Make free Skype phone calls and video calls Use OpenOffice.org, Thunderbird e-mail, Mozilla Firefox, and other included applications Use the versatile OpenOffice productivity suite, including Writer for word processing, Calc for spreadsheets, and Impress for presentations Compare the advantages of Windows vs. Linux Discover the science, language, math, and art functions that kids can enjoy on the Eee Enjoy built-in games, watch videos, play music, organize and view photos, and more Boost storage and memory with SD cards and USB drives, go Bluetooth, and add a GPS Get the scoop on backups, explore the advanced desktop, and customize the user interface The Eee PC makes it simple to surf the Web, play games, work, and more. Asus Eee PC For Dummies makes it easier!
Annotation Everyone uses consumer technology - and everyone has problems with it. Don't get frustrated - and don't waste time or money on tech support calls! Solve the problem yourself, with the one book that makes it easy: 'The PC and Gadget Help Desk'.
Offering a full coverage of all exam objectives in a systematic approach, so you can be confident that you're getting the instruction you need to take Microsoft's new MCTS exam (70-620), this book is packed with practical guidance and hands-on exercises to reinforce critical skills. Exclusive WinSim Vista Simulator allows you to perform a number of the exercises in a simulated environment, real-world scenarios put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles, and challenging review questions in each chapter prepare you for exam day. For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.