Simple Computer Tune-up: Speed Up Your PC [Paperback]

CA (Author), Jim Geier (Author), Eric Geier (Contributor)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 23, 2007 | ISBN-10: 0470068558 | ISBN-13: 978-0470068557

• Forgoing the "techie-talk," CA explains how PC Pitstop Optimize performs four main functions: it removes "junk" files to free up disk space, adjusts Internet settings for better performance, removes invalid registry keys, and adjusts several registry settings that can
  improve overall performance
• Also shows how PC Pitstop Optimize can revitalize system performance, regain hard drive space, rev up an Internet connection, and fix registry errors
• CA will include its complete PC Pitstop Optimize, valued at $30.00, free with this book (no renewal needed)

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

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From the Back Cover

The quick and easy solution for slow-running PCs

Jump-start your PC today with CA PC Pitstop Optimize and the easy-to-follow advice in this straightforward, reader-friendly guide. You'll find state-of-the-art software that regains hard drive space, revs up your Internet connection, and fixes registry errors, a $30.00 value included with this book.

• Understand the typical and annoying problems that affect PCs
• Remove "junk" files and free up disk space
• Fine-tune Internet settings for better operation
• Adjust Windows settings to improve performance
• Follow easy instructions to install the software
• Get up to speed on troubleshooting
• Download regular updates

CA Founded in 1976, CA is a global company with 150 offices in more than 45 countries, and revenues of $3.5 billion in 2005. With over 15,000 employees, CA provides products and support to more than 98% of Fortune 1000® companies, as well as government entities, educational institutions, and thousands of other companies in diverse industries worldwide. CA products cover systems, networks, security, storage, and databases.

Load your free copy of PC Pitstop Optimize today!

PC Pitstop Optimize improves the performance and stability of just about any PC running Windows XP, 2000, Me, or 98. Install your copy today to:

• Energize Internet Speeds Improve your Internet connection up to 200% by adjusting your Windows Internet settings based on your connection type.
• Recoup System Resources Eliminate unnecessary background processes and get back memory and processor cycles stolen by rogue applications.
• Maximize Hard Drive Space Quickly find and remove unnecessary files, making your drive run even faster.
• Eliminate Registry Errors Remove erroneous and leftover registry entries created by viruses, spyware, and incorrect program removal.
• Revitalize System Performance Increase your system performance by tweaking Windows settings.

System Requirements

Operating System: Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 or XP, 64 MB RAM, 100 MHz or higher Pentium-compatible CPU, 15-inch SVGA monitor, 800x600 resolution
Required for All Installations: CD-ROM drive, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher, Internet access
Disk Space: 10MB

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About the Author

CA Founded in 1976, CA is a global company with 150 offices in more than 45 countries, and revenues of $3.5 billion in 2005. With over 15,000 employees, CA provides products and support to more than 98% of Fortune 1000® companies, as well as government entities, educational institutions, and thousands of other companies in diverse industries worldwide. CA products cover systems, networks, security, storage, and databases.

Product Details

• Paperback: 264 pages
• Publisher: Wiley (January 23, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470068558
• ISBN-13: 978-0470068557
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 1.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,460,141 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Eric Geier is an Entrepreneur & Freelance Tech Writer, specializing in computer networking.

Eric is the Founder and CEO of NoWiresSecurity (www.nowiressecurity.com). Their AuthenticateMyWiFi™ service helps businesses easily secure their Wi-Fi network with enterprise-level encryption by providing access to hosted RADIUS/802.1X authentication servers. Eric also founded the Sky-Nets Wi-Fi Hotspot Network, which provides free wireless Internet for the General Aviation community.

As a consultant, Eric performed survey and analysis work during the deployments of the city-wide Wi-Fi networks in San Francisco, Miami Beach, and in the Denver area.

As an author, Eric has published 9 books and over 150 articles on computing and networking topics. His most notable books are for the Cisco Press and For Dummies brands. He's a regular contributor on many sites, including Wi-FiPlanet.com, eSecurityPlanet.com, InformIT.com, and WindowsNetworking.com.

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars The CD is just a scanner disk, May 31, 2009

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This review is from: Simple Computer Tune-up: Speed Up Your PC (Paperback)

The CD with the book is just a scanner CD it doesn't actually do anything to remove the problems. It takes you to their website to pay yet another $24.99 to get a license key to remove all the items that they found. I think that they should put that on the cover of the book.