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Books : Computing & Internet : Hardware : Upgrading & Repairs
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There's something immensely satisfying about thick technical computer books, and the PC Upgrade and Repair Bible is no exception. Throughout its not inconsiderable 1383 pages, the PCURB will leave only the most technical engineer hungry for more detail.Aimed at technically literate users already familiar with both the inside and outside of their PCs, the PCURB clearly explains a vast range of hardware issues, and what you can do about fixing them. It goes without saying CPUs, memory, storage, displays, networks and all manner of buses and I/O subsystems are covered in considerable detail. While some old ground is covered, it's still a handy reference.
Beyond the basics, the PCURBdelves into diagnosis, repair, enhancements and the in's and out's of benchmarking. The latter is particularly useful for anyone who's wanted to interpret graphs and figures into a real-world message that perhaps it's time for a specific memory or CPU upgrade. Those who like getting their hands dirty will also enjoy construction sections which include literally cool tips on heatsinks and airflow. The final chapters describe how to build and configure both desktop PCs and even servers complete with FreeBSD Unix on a supplied CD. There's also a section of Q&As for revising certification exams.
Of course there's nothing like mentioning specific products in an IT book to show it's not bang up-to-date. While there are namechecks to current technologies like RAMBUS memory and Streaming SIMD Extensions, it's the product sections which let the book down--for instance, the fastest Intel PIII is described as running at only 450Mhz. Fortunately specific products form a minor part of the whole, and don't get in the way of relatively timeless and extremely useful information. As such, the PCURBis a highly recommended technical resource for capable PC enthusiasts. --Gordon Laing
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Explaining the fundamentals of personal computing to those who would rather read words than look at pictures, PCs for Dummies tells you everything you need to know in order to use an IBM-compatible PC running Windows 98. Dan Gookin's prose is technically astute and fun to read.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
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