The PC Doctor's Fix-it-Yourself Guide
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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A technical director for a UK-based computer company who teaches such courses as "Caring for Your PC" has developed prescriptions for treating sick PCs. Arguing the benefits of fixing it yourself rather than relying on experts, his mission is to empower users with trouble- shooting and safe repair skills. Coverage includes PC anatomy, tips for getting the most out of tech support, and finding help on the Internet. Appendices include a glossary, resources, repair tools, and common file extensions. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Pt. IOverviewCh. 1What's what - the anatomy of a PC3Ch. 2Files and folders29Ch. 3Improving on perfection55Ch. 4Safe computing73Ch. 5Helping yourself97Ch. 6What you need to fix-it-yourself - and stay safe115Pt. IIThe details : hardwareCh. 7The PC case and the power supply135Ch. 8Motherboard, RAM, CPU, and BIOS159Ch. 9Hard drives and floppy drives195Ch. 10Other data storage devices213Ch. 11Monitors and graphics adapters233Ch. 12Expansion cards249Ch. 13Networking263Ch. 14Connections283Ch. 15Input devices297Pt. IIIThe details : software and dataCh. 16File system care319Ch. 17Backup349Ch. 18Improving performance and stability367Ch. 19Making more of the internet389Pt. IVAppendixes
