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PCs: The Missing Manual
Your vacuum comes with one. Even your blender comes with
one. But your PC--something that costs a whole lot more and
is likely to be used daily and for tasks of far greater
importance and complexity--doesn't come with a printed
manual. Thankfully, that's not a problem any longer: PCs:
The Missing Manual explains everything
you need to know
about PCs, both inside and out, and how to keep them running
smoothly and working the way you want them to work.
A complete PC manual for both beginners and power users,
PCs: The Missing Manual has something for everyone. PC
novices will appreciate the unassuming, straightforward
tutorials on PC basics, such as hooking up a monitor,
keyboard, mouse, printer, and scanner. Families will enjoy
sections on networking several computers to share an
Internet connection, sharing one monitor between two PCs,
connecting portable media players, and creating a home
theater system. Adventurous PC users will like the clear
photos explaining how to take your PC apart and replace or
upgrade any failing parts; IT professionals will be grateful
to have something to hand to their coworkers who need solid,
trusted information about using their PC.
In PCs: The Missing Manual, bestselling computer author Andy
Rathbone delivers simple, reliable advice on the kinds of
things PC users confront every day. He shows you how to
connect and configure today's must-have devices (including
digital cameras, portable music players, digital camcorders,
and keychain drives); burn CDs and DVDs; scan and fax
documents, and more. His section on the Internet explains
how to choose the best Internet Service Provider and web
browser for your needs; send email; find information quickly
on the Web; share photos online; set up a blog; set up a
webcam; access TV and radio through the Internet; and shop
safely online. And Rathbone delivers plenty of guidance on
keep your privacy and your PC safe by installing firewalls,
creating safe passwords, running antivirus software,
removing spyware and adware, and backing up important files.
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