The Complete PC Upgrade and Maintenance Guide, 16th Edition
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.87 (556 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0782144314 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 928 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-05-18 |
| Language | : | English |
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"Many errors - disappointing" according to Dorbel Tweeter. Minasi's earlier editions were good (and hardcover - what happened to that?). This one was apparently rushed out without any proofreading just to keep up with the Joneses (Mueller). There are so many errors in the first two chapters, it's unbelievable Maybe the rest of the book actually got re-written and proofed, but the first part is very disappointing and makes me unlikely to grab this volume when I need an accurate answer.E.G.p.17 figure 1.5 shows connectors on back of PC, points to a Centronics Many errors - disappointing Minasi's earlier editions were good (and hardcover - what happened to that?). This one was apparently rushed out without any proofreading just to keep up with the Joneses (Mueller). There are so many errors in the first two chapters, it's unbelievable Maybe the rest of the book actually got re-written and proofed, but the first part is very disappointing and makes me unlikely to grab this volume when I need an accurate answer.E.G.p.17 figure 1.5 shows connectors on back of PC, points to a Centronics 36 connector, labeling it a 25-pin parallel port. Same figure labels a DB-25 port (male? female?) as "External SCSI". (Could be, if a VE. 6 connector, labeling it a 25-pin parallel port. Same figure labels a DB-25 port (male? female?) as "External SCSI". (Could be, if a VE. "Revision/updating was done in inconsistent manner." according to Nelson A. Logan. This book is marred by the fact that the author did a very uneven job of the revision and updating of previous editions. Most of the time the narrative is obviously dated. Other authors also to the 8th edition of their books revised the text to reflect the current states of computers. Too freqnently, Minasi talks as if the average system "today" is a Revision/updating was done in inconsistent manner. Nelson A. Logan This book is marred by the fact that the author did a very uneven job of the revision and updating of previous editions. Most of the time the narrative is obviously dated. Other authors also to the 8th edition of their books revised the text to reflect the current states of computers. Too freqnently, Minasi talks as if the average system "today" is a 486. In one place he even has left in the text his remarks of years ago about preparing the book on an IBM-XT computer. I think people learning from this book are going to be confused by the excessive details on MFM hard drives and 286 and earlier computers. I would like to suggest that . 86. In one place he even has left in the text his remarks of years ago about preparing the book on an IBM-XT computer. I think people learning from this book are going to be confused by the excessive details on MFM hard drives and 286 and earlier computers. I would like to suggest that . "GOOD ILLUSTRATION" according to forever blue. This book will present you with the basics of computers and ever more techie stuff. The important thing more than just an actual book is hands-on learning.The publishers can improve this book by using colors and bigger font letters.
You also get targeted instruction on a wide range of entertainment upgrades--ways to enhance your enjoyment of music, photo, movies, and more. Coverage includes: * Preventing hardware disasters * Upgrading memory * Replacing power supplies * Partitioning drives using NTFS and FAT32 * Solving data backup challenges * Protecting your PC from viruses, worms, and spyware * Adding SCSI cards and drives * Installing DVDs, CD-ROMs, and EIDE and Serial ATA hard drives * Troubleshooting printers and scanners * Installing communications devices * Resolving mouse and keyboard problems * Installing video and sound cards
It’s all updated to cover the latest technologies and guaranteed to help you extend the life and power of your PC. Inside, you’ll find the clear, expert advice on maintaining, upgrading, and troubleshooting for which this book is famous. From the Back CoverClear, Expert Advice for PC Users of Every StripeNo matter how you use your PC—as a business tool, an entertainment center, or an Internet on-ramp—this latest edition of The Complete PC Upgrade & Maintenance Guide has you covered. You also get targeted instruction on a wide range of entertainment upgrades—ways to enhance your enjoyment of music, photo, movies, and more. Coverage includes:Preventing hardware disastersUpgrading memoryReplacing power suppliesPartitioning drives using NTFS and FAT32Solving data backup challengesProtecting your PC from viruses, worms, and spywareAdding SCSI cards and
Mark Minasi MCSE, is one of the world's leading Windows authorities. He teaches classes in 15 countries and is a much sought-after speaker at conferences and industry gathering keynotes. He holds MCSE+I, MCT, CNE, and A+ certifications.Faithe Wempen is an adjunct instructor of computer information technology at Purdue University and the author of over 80 computer, including Sybex's A+ JumpStart: PC Operating and Hardware Systems Basics.. Mark has written over 15 books for S