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Tales from tech line (Paperback)

~ David Pogue (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)


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"I'd like to buy the Internet. Can you tell me how much it costs?" "Do you have WordPerfect for Gameboy?" "Isn't there a manual for this mouse pad?" They reformat disks...with scissors. They point to File...with their fingers. They try to get online...without a modem. They're the Users--everyday people whose computer-related problems baffle, bewilder, and entertain tech-support staffers around the world. These hilarious true stories prove that technology can turn even college professors and top executives into babbling fools--and, once and for all, settles the question: "Which is better--hardware or software?"

Product Details

  • Paperback: 144 pages
  • Publisher: Berkley Trade (June 1, 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0425163636
  • ISBN-13: 978-0425163634
  • Product Dimensions: 6 x 5.2 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,773,540 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Funny As Hell., December 28, 1998
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This is a great book. For anyone out there who is a tech, or technical support, its just another day at work, without the normal boring stuff. You have to get it.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great gift for a geek, September 10, 1998
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As a person who does tech support, I really enjoyed reading some of the stories I have not seen passed around via e-mail...
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This is one of the funniest computer books I have ever read., August 21, 1998
By A Customer
I have worked in tech support, and I know how very true these stories are. I have heard so many of them, circulated by e-mail, or told over lunch. But I really enjoyed having them collected into one big book. If you have anything to do with supporting users, or if you ever feel stupid as a user, read this book. It will make you laugh, and make you realise that even your silliest mistakes pale in comparision to some others'.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Hilarious Side of Human Nature
One of my companies specializes in tech support. But none of the people we have operating in these positions ever tells any stories of their experiences. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Citizen John

4.0 out of 5 stars Yes, people really do have silly computer questions
As a web developer, I have always heard stories pertaining to the lack of knowledge people have about computers in general. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Ben Woods

3.0 out of 5 stars An OK Compilation of Material on the Web.
David has done a good job of compiling material here, but most of what you'll read you'll get the feeling you've read before...and you probably have. Read more
Published on June 10, 2001 by Richard Kinne

5.0 out of 5 stars This Book Will Make You Feel Like A Genius Around Computers!
I love doing site visits to companies . . . and my favorite part is talking to the people who operate the help lines. First, I like to see how busy they are. Read more
Published on July 17, 2000 by Professor Donald Mitchell

5.0 out of 5 stars hilarious
If this book doen't make you laugh, check your pulse...you're probably dead. This is no surprise to those of us familiar with Mr. Pogue's own books. Read more
Published on August 14, 1999 by siralewker@aol.com

5.0 out of 5 stars Warning: Belly aching laughter
This book should come with a warning: belly aching laughter inside or don't try to read in a quiet place!

This is a "can't put aside book". Read more

Published on May 31, 1998

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