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Valuable Reference Book, February 8, 2000
I've liked Cowart's books before, and this is no exception. As with previous versions of Mastering Windows by Cowart, this is well-written with clear explanations, useful asides, and seat-of-the-pants advice. He isn't afraid to say what works and what doesn't work with Microsoft's operating system, and how to work around obstacles. Until I saw the CD that is included, I was worried that it may not cover all of the areas I am used to referring to in this series. But then I found the CD, including more advanced topics such as editing the Registry, advanced networking, using the Windows Scripting Host, setting up web sites, and a huge section on gaming, including network gaming. It looks like about 800 additional 'pages' are on the CD. The CD format makes searching for subjects easy, and the information is right there on the computer - where I need it. I highly recommend this book - I refer to it daily for quick solutions to Windows problems.
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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
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The first book I've read that does what it says it will do!, October 10, 1998
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This review is from: Mastering Windows 98 (Paperback)
Six years ago I bought my first computer. Of Course, back then (in the good old days?)computers and applications came with documentation. I struggled along and finally taught myself a little bit about computers by studying the manuals. Windows 3.x came with two of them. Not so with windows 95 or 98. No matter how I struggled, it was difficult to learn the systems or to find the information I really needed. Then I bought Mastering Windows 98. I learned more about Windows 98 in the first one hundred pages than in all of the previous books I had read. My copy lies, dog-earred, beside my computer as a constantly ready source of easy to understand information. Next to my computer, it's the most important purchase I've made. It really does show you how to Master Widows 98.
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
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The title speaks for itself, December 24, 2000
Mastering Windows 98 by Robert Cowell is so designed that anyone can master the software with minimal effort. It covers every feature of the operating system in a simplified manner, so if you are a beginner, an intermediate or advanced user, you can benefit immensely from this informative resource book. After reading several books on the subject, I would recommend this one. All the steps are clearly explained with ample screen shots for clearer understanding, so if you have never worked with Windows before, this volume will ensure quick mastery in the shortest possible time. The registry, in my opinion, is for specialized troubleshooters, programmers, etc. and not for the average user who is more interested in learning how to make Windows perform well for them, since meddling with the registry without proper knowledge could affect the PC's performance. For this reason I believe it is not covered in this volume but if you are interested in the subject you can always buy Windows 98 Registry Handbook, a Guide for Power Users, by Jerry Honeycutt. These books are all you will ever need if you are serious about mastering Windows 98 completely.
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