Windows 95 For Dummies [Paperback]

Andy Rathbone (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0764501801 | ISBN-13: 978-0764501807 | Publication Date: February 28, 1997 | Edition: 2

Much has happened in the world of Windows 95 since what had to be the biggest software product launch ever. Now, Windows 95 For Dummies is here in a completely updated information-packed second edition. So, whether you're new to Windows 95 or just ready to get back to it, you'll find what you need to work productively and get the most out of your PC investment in Windows 95 For Dummies, 2nd Edition. Turn here to get the latest on accessing the Internet and the World Wide Web with Windows 95, taking advantage of plug-and-play capabilities when adding new hardware, and sharing information among favorite application programs, such as Word, Excel, and Access. Microsoft made Windows 95 powerful; Windows 95 For Dummies, 2nd Edition, makes it easy.

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Amazon.com Review

One of the most popular books in the best-selling Dummies line, Windows 95 for Dummies, Second Edition, introduces rank neophytes to personal computing via Windows 95. The book opens with explanations of the most basic computing conventions: how to use the mouse, what the Shift key does, and why you shouldn't leave floppy disks in the sun. It also explains the concept of computer files and tells the reader in a light but competent tone what it means to open, close, move, and delete files. Then, Windows 95 for Dummies gets into the specifics of Windows 95. The book explains the Start button, the Taskbar, the Desktop, and the most important Windows 95 icons. All Windows 95 accessories get full treatment--there's even an introduction to Web surfing with Microsoft Internet Explorer. Finally, it wraps up with lots of troubleshooting help and some hints on making Windows 95 work faster.

About the Author

About the Author Andy Rathbone is a bestselling computer book author with more than 4 million copies of his books in print. He is the author of IDG Books Worldwide's Multimedia & CD-ROMS For Dummies??, 2nd Edition, Upgrading & Fixing PCs For Dummies??, 2nd Edition, Windows NT?(TM) For Dummies??, and Dummies 101?(TM): Windows?? 95, 2nd Edition. His articles have appeared in PC World and CompuServe magazines.

Product Details

• Paperback: 385 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 2 edition (February 28, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764501801
• ISBN-13: 978-0764501807
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.4 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,212,494 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I've written more than 50 books in the past 20 years, including the "Windows For Dummies" series, "Upgrading and Fixing PCs For Dummies," and "Motorola Xoom For Dummies."

Feel free to visit my Web site at www.andyrathbone.com, where I answer a reader's question each week.

Customer Reviews

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It's great., August 30, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Windows 95 For Dummies (Paperback)

This book is helpful yet very humorous. You can find just about anything that you need to know without having to read the whole book or chapter. Windows 95 for Dummies is very easy to understand, in plain old english and not computer jargon. It answers most questions and easy to follow also. Good for us simple folks. :)

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wanna learn how to use this interface?, March 18, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: Windows.. 95 For Dummies.. (Paperback)

Did you upgrade to Microsoft's Windows 95? Are you planning to? Then you will need this easy to comprehend guide to help you through. It will take you to places that you didn't even imagine were there! If you're like most people, you don't ever use the full potential of the software on your computer. Now you can, and painlessly! Learn how to, NOW

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars only the terminally computer illiterate should get this, October 18, 1995

By A Customer

This review is from: Windows.. 95 For Dummies.. (Paperback)

The VAST majority of information found in this book is stuff that the semi-knowledgable Win3.1 user will be able to figure out on his/her own in just a few hours. Good for folks who just bought a computer, pre-loaded with Win95; but for anyone else, don't waste your money.