The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide [Paperback]

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0072255536 | ISBN-13: 978-0072255539 | Publication Date: July 28, 2004 | Edition: 1

Get advice and solutions for solving myriad of your PC problems, including expert tips on researching solutions on your own. Learn how to maintain your computer, keeping it in good working condition, plus how to upgrade and install new software safely. Troubleshoot Linux, Windows, and personal devices, use the internet effectively as a problem-solving tool, get up to speed on computer security, and set up small home and wireless networks. The companion Web site provides additional support.

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From the Back Cover

Keep your PC in tip-top shape with the PC Doctor’s proven treatments

Diagnose, fix, upgrade, and maintain your PC and install software and peripherals with help from this easy-to-use guide. Inside, you’ll find just what the PC Doctor ordered with the fix-it-yourself PC home remedies you need to take good care of your computer. Learn how to interpret error messages, troubleshoot common problems, and resolve performance issues. Plus, get handy checklists at the end of each chapter to help you with ongoing maintenance. This step-by-step resource empowers you with the knowledge and skills you need to keep your PC running smoothly.

• Learn the anatomy of your PC to better care for it
• Maintain your file system properly
• Upgrade your PC--add memory, components, devices, and more
• Protect your PC from viruses, worms, hackers, and other threats
• Troubleshoot and back up your hard drive
• Take advantage of CD and DVD storage capacity
• Network PCs together and share resources, such as printers, hard drives, and more
• Connect devices to your PC using expansion cards and ports
• Make the most of the Internet--from getting a better connection to speeding up your browser
• Get expert advice on where to find more information to help yourself

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes is a technical director and consultant for a U.K.-based computer company. He teaches many PC-related courses, including one entitled “Caring for Your PC.” He has taught many thousands of people to fix their PC problems for themselves, and this inspired him to write this book.

About the Author

Adrian W. Kingsley-Hughes is a technical director and consultant for a UK computer company specializing in the integration of IT and Internet technologies into current work practices. He is basing the core of this book on his experiences developing, teaching and carrying out subsequent updates of a class he has taught with Barnes and Noble University --“Caring for Your PC”. Adrian has written technical books for Wrox Press, Active Path, Sybex and Macmillan, and has been developing training materials and courses for more than 5 years. He is currently involved in developing courses for Element K producing courses and materials used by many Fortune 500 companies and leading universities

Product Details

• Paperback: 480 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media; 1 edition (July 28, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0072255536
• ISBN-13: 978-0072255539
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.2 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,028,173 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very good, helpful book, May 2, 2005

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This review is from: The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide (Paperback)

This book is the first point of attack if I get a problem with my PC. I like the layout of the book - very easy to find what I need. Sensible advice. Calm presentation in a crisis - very helpful.