Geeks On Call Windows XP: 5-Minute Fixes [Paperback]

Geeks on Call (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 19, 2005 | ISBN-10: 0471774561 | ISBN-13: 978-0471774563 | Edition: 1

Preventing the dreaded "Windows Fever"

If you've used Windows XP for any length of time, you've probably had at least a mild attack. Symptoms include rising blood pressure, verbal outbursts, and an overpowering urge to pitch your PC off the roof. Geeks On Call has the remedy, and this book is the prescription. In it you'll find the simplest, most direct solutions to the problems that produce Windows Fever-slow processing, unresponsive programs, botched software installations, Internet headaches, and dozens more.
* Eliminate the things that drive you crazy
* Unclutter your desktop
* Use System Restore when Windows won't start
* Organize your digital life
* Delete those files that won't go away
* Diagnose and fix misbehaving programs
* Enjoy Windows Media Player 10
* Unlock XP's hidden power

Geeks On Call(r) is the premier provider of on-site computer services. The certified, trained and tested technicians from Geeks On Call provide expert computer installation and networking services, on-site repairs, security solutions and system upgrades for residential and commercial customers numbering in the hundreds of thousands each year. Founded in 1999, Geeks On Call began franchising in 2001. For more information, call 1-800-905-GEEK or visit www.geeksoncall.com. Geeks On Call franchises are independently owned and operated.

(c)2005 Geeks On Call America, Inc.

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From the Back Cover

Preventing the dreaded "Windows Fever"

If you've used Windows XP for any length of time, you've probably had at least a mild attack. Symptoms include rising blood pressure, verbal outbursts, and an overpowering urge to pitch your PC off the roof. Geeks On Call has the remedy, and this book is the prescription. In it you'll find the simplest, most direct solutions to the problems that produce Windows Fever—slow processing, unresponsive programs, botched software installations, Internet headaches, and dozens more.

• Eliminate the things that drive you crazy
• Unclutter your desktop
• Use System Restore when Windows won't start
• Organize your digital life
• Delete those files that won't go away
• Diagnose and fix misbehaving programs
• Enjoy Windows Media Player 10
• Unlock XP's hidden power

Geeks On Call® is the premier provider of on-site computer services. The certified, trained and tested technicians from Geeks On Call provide expert computer installation and networking services, on-site repairs, security solutions and system upgrades for residential and commercial customers numbering in the hundreds of thousands each year. Founded in 1999, Geeks On Call began franchising in 2001. For more information, call 1-800-905-GEEK or visit www.geeksoncall.com. Geeks On Call franchises are independently owned and operated.

©2005 Geeks On Call America, Inc.

About the Author

Geeks On Call America, Inc. (Norfolk, VA) is one of the fastest growing, corporate franchise operations providing on-site tech support to computer users at their home or small business. Established in 1999, with corporate headquarters in Norfolk, VA, GoC’s franchisee growth rate is running at 100% increase annually and currently stands at 321 franchisees in 20 states and 30 major markets. GoC provides its services in branded PT Cruisers to small-to-medium-sized businesses (which comprise approximately 90% of all U.S. businesses) and residential customers.

Product Details

• Paperback: 216 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (December 19, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471774561
• ISBN-13: 978-0471774563
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,353,866 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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