If you're ready to make the transition from computer novice to educated PC user, you probably have one burning question: Where do I start? For thousands, the answer has been The Little PC Book, a friendly, jargon-free introduction to personal computing. Four editions and many operating systems later, The Little PC Book, Windows XP Edition applies the same jargon-free approach to Windows XP, Microsoft's popular operating system. It's an easy-to-use, conversational guide to the fundamentals of setting up and working with your PC. Author Larry Magid and illustrator John Grimes cover the basics of PC hardware and software, navigating and using Windows XP, and connecting to and using the Internet.
But the The Little PC Book, Windows XP Edition isn't all work and no play; you'll also learn how to use your PC to listen to MP3 music files and how to work with digital cameras and digital video. For such a "little" book, this handy guide answers many common questions—What kind of hardware do I need? How can I protect my computer from viruses? Where can I get free software? How do I back up my files?—just like a computer-savvy friend, sitting at your side as you work.
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If you're ready to make the transition from computer novice to educated PC user, you probably have one burning question: Where do I start? For thousands, the answer has been The Little PC Book, a friendly, jargon-free introduction to personal computing. Four editions and many operating systems later, The Little PC Book, Windows XP Edition applies the same jargon-free approach to Windows XP, Microsoft's popular operating system. It's an easy-to-use, conversational guide to the fundamentals of setting up and working with your PC. Author Larry Magid and illustrator John Grimes cover the basics of PC hardware and software, navigating and using Windows XP, and connecting to and using the Internet.
But the The Little PC Book, Windows XP Edition isn't all work and no play; you'll also learn how to use your PC to listen to MP3 music files and how to work with digital cameras and digital video. For such a "little" book, this handy guide answers many common questions—What kind of hardware do I need? How can I protect my computer from viruses? Where can I get free software? How do I back up my files?—just like a computer-savvy friend, sitting at your side as you work.About the Author
A syndicated columnist since 1983, Larry Magid writes columns that appear in the Los Angeles Times and the San Jose Mercury News and in newspapers and on Web sites throughout the world. He is a columnist for MicroTimes and he also serves as CBS News Technology Consultant. His technology reports can be heard on CBS Network and CBS affiliates throughout the United States. He has written for Fortune, Forbes ASAP, Family Circle, PC World, PC Magazine, Upside, Information Week, Modern Maturity, Computer World, and numerous other publications. Larry is also the founder of SafeKids.com and SafeTeens.com.
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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Simplifies Computing,
By A.Trendl HungarianBookstore.com "What should ... (Glen Ellyn, IL USA) - See all my reviews (VINE VOICE) (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)
This review is from: The little PC Book Windows XP Edition (Paperback)
When learning about computers, especially for those of us using them on the homefront, who wants a huge tome of information we'll never use?
Not me. Keep it simple. "The little PC Book Windows XP Edition" by Larry Magid keeps it simple. This is for the everyday user, the one who has no desire (or need) to become Microsoft Certified, who just wants to use his or her computer, and not get lost in the technology of it all. XP is different than its Windows ancestors, yet clearly is part of the family. Magid helps you know when the differences matter. Magid keeps the language simpler than a radio compter talk show, and readers will rejoice at the book's accessibility. Pictures are worth a thousand words of techie talk, and Magid is sure to realize this, providing necessary charts, screenshots, etc. He answers the questions you want answers to in a manner you'll understand. I fully recommend "The little PC Book Windows XP Edition" by Larry Magid. Anthony Trendl editor, HungarianBookstore.com
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A very good introduction to Windows XP,
By "jacksonforty" (Los Angeles, California) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The little PC Book Windows XP Edition (Paperback)
I've been using Windows 98 for years and just upgraded to Windows XP. This book helped enormously. It was thorough and clear and didn't talk down to me, yet it was also very easy to understand. I've been a big fan of Magid's columns and now I'm a fan of his book. Great job!
2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
a ittle too simple,
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This review is from: The little PC Book Windows XP Edition (Paperback)
The book is a little too simple and basic. I needed more information and help. It is a good introduction.
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