PCs for Dummies, 10th Edition [Paperback]

This isn't the book for you if you're looking through a computer catalogue and wondering what all the jargon means (Buying a Computer for Dummies covers that). Rather, this book will help you when you've got the machine into your home and you need to know what to do next. Starting with the process of unpacking the box and plugging in all the cables, this book shows you what to do with your new machine.

After assembly is out of the way, Gookin shows you how to get around in Windows 98 (and Windows 95, which is almost identical). He explains concepts like files, directories, and applications, and frequently explains the exact procedures involved in common tasks like adjusting screen resolution. Once you've heard all about the basics, Gookin goes on to explain modem configuration, printer problems, productivity software, and a fair amount about Internet use. --David Wall, Amazon.com --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

“…I would implore any elderly person thinking about getting a computer to go and get one…” (Teesside Evening Gazette, 19 May 2003)

“…excellent and fun to read…” (Mourne Observer & County Down News, 23 July 2003) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Now you can take charge of these useful but perplexing creatures, and turn them into the productive citizens you know they can be. What’s exactly is a motherboard? Is virtual memory real memory? Once you learn the fundamentals, it’s gets much less complicated. So jump right into this all–new 10^th Edition of the bestselling PCs For Dummies, and you’ll quickly start getting the basics in plain English.   Far and away the most popular and bestselling reference for beginning PC users, this friendly guide will explain how to:

• Understand how a computer works, including the basics of I/O, processing, software, and storage
• Unpack it, set it up, and plug in all the gizmos
• Kick around on the desktop and fire up the printer
• Open up the console and poke around the insides
• Mind your monitor, mouse, modem, memory, and more

And that’s just the first half.  In his cheerful and irreverent style, bestselling author Dan Gookin builds on the basics and really revs things up.  You’ll learn how to network computers, map drives, set up a firewall, and tackle the trendy stuff like wireless networking, playing games, burning CDs, and searching the Web.  Along the way, you’ll quickly appreciate why there’s been nine previous bestselling editions of this book. It’s funny, fun, and practical! Keep PCs for Dummies on hand and you’ll learn:

• Ten common beginner’s mistakes
• Ten tips from a PC guru
• Step–by–step instructions on managing information
• Up–to–date guidance on connecting to and using the Internet
• Updates on the latest in hardware and software
• Ten things worth buying for your PC

Beginners or seasoned users, show your PC who’s boss with PCs for Dummies 10^th Edition. It’s the fun and easy way® to get started!

Hook up your PC, connect peripherals, get online, and get to work — or play

Don′t start a relationship with that PC until you read this book! It′s full of the stuff you need — and just the stuff you need — without the technobabble. From bringing your baby home and setting up the parts to getting extra storage, installing a modem, managing information, and even playing online games, it′s all explained in plain English.

Discover how to

• Connect all the parts of your computer
• Understand and use toolbars, menus, and shortcuts
• Set up your modem and get online
• Create a wired or wireless network
• Make your own CDs