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1. |  Upgrading and Fixing Computers: Do-it-Yourself For Dummies® By: Andy Rathbone Publisher: For Dummies Publication Date: 22-SEP-2010 Insert Date: 21-OCT-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Upgrading and Fixing Computers: Do-it-Yourself For Dummies®
An illustrated, step-by-step guide to repairs and upgrades
Whether you want to prepare your computer for Windows 7, avoid investing in a new one, or just "go green", this fully illustrated guide has what you need. You'll learn how to add printers and new keyboards, boost your PC's performance and increase memory, improve power consumption, rev up your multimedia capacity, and much more. Step-by-step instructions are accompanied by photos that show you exactly what you should see at every stage.
Learn to perform basic upgrades and prepare your PC for high-speed Internet connections,...
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2. |  Upgrading and Repairing PCs, Sixteenth Edition By: Scott Mueller Publisher: Que Publication Date: 27-AUG-2004 Insert Date: 25-MAY-2008 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Upgrading and Repairing PCs, Sixteenth Edition Learn from the undisputed leading PC hardware teacher-World
renowned PC hardware expert Scott Mueller. Scott has taught
thousand in his weeklong seminars and millions through his books,
videos and articles. Often his students refer to him with
nicknames, such as "St.Scott" and claim that Upgrading and
Repairing PCs has changed their lives.
This runaway best-selling PC hardware book of all-time is used
by students, hobbyists, and PC professionals around the world.
Upgrading and Repairing PCs is found on desks everywhere.
Upgrading and Repairing PCs, 16th Edition includes hundreds
of pages of...
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3. |  Upgrading and Repairing PCs: Field Guide By: Scott Mueller; Mark Edward Soper Publisher: Que Publication Date: 23-OCT-2001 Insert Date: 22-MAY-2008 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Upgrading and Repairing PCs: Field Guide Upgrading and Repairing PCs: Field Guide is a portable,
"essentials" version of Upgrading and Repairing PCs, 13th
Edition - the bestselling PC hardware book of all-time.
Weighing less than half a pound, this tiny book packs a hefty punch
- containing the essential information you need to upgrade and
repair PCs, whether you're a hardcore pro or a weekend warrior. All
of this information fits nicely in your toolkit, briefcase or
backpack and be there to rescue you when you're out of your office
and away from your trusty copy of Upgrading and Repairing
PCs.
Use the connector quick...
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4. |  By: Ben Hardwidge Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc. Publication Date: 21-FEB-2006 Insert Date: 15-JAN-2008 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Building Extreme PCs
The bland beige box is dead. Fueled by a passion for performance
and an eye for style, a new breed of PC user is taking matters into
its own hands. Combining cutting-edge components with the latest
trends in system design, they're turning the standard personal
computer into a high-speed work of art.
Building Extreme PCs is the ultimate guide to the world
of PC modification and customization. Both a showcase and a DIY
handbook, it goes in-depth into system building, overclocking,
cooling, and modification, reveals the secrets of optimization and
benchmarking, then moves on to cover some of...
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5. |  Upgrading and Repairing PCs, Eighteenth Edition By: Scott Mueller Publisher: Que Publication Date: 27-SEP-2007 Insert Date: 09-SEP-2007 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Upgrading and Repairing PCs, Eighteenth Edition "...perhaps the most comprehensive book on the subject we've
ever seen. It's incredibly well researched, well written, and jam
packed with useful information."
--Josh Norem, Reviews Editor, Maximum PC
Upgrading and Repairing PCs is the definitive guide to the
inner workings of your PC. Whether you're adding a faster processor
or bigger hard drive, tracking down a problem, or just want to
understand how the components of your computer work together, this
book explains everything you need to know. Trust the one book that
has become the de facto standard among PC professionals and
enthusiasts...
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6. |  Building the Perfect PC, Second Edition By: Robert Bruce Thompson; Barbara Fritchman Thompson Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc. Publication Date: 22-DEC-2006 Insert Date: 09-JAN-2007 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Building the Perfect PC, Second Edition
This popular Build-It-Yourself (BIY) PC book covers everything you
want to know about building your own system: Planning and picking
out the right components, step-by-step instructions for assembling
your perfect PC, and an insightful discussion of why you'd want to
do it in the first place. Most big brand computers from HP, Dell
and others use lower-quality components so they can meet their
aggressive pricing targets. But component manufacturers also make
high-quality parts that you can either purchase directly, or obtain
through distributors and resellers. Consumers and corporations
alike...
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7. |  Upgrading and Repairing PCs, 17th Edition By: Scott Mueller Publisher: Que Publication Date: 24-MAR-2006 Insert Date: 31-MAY-2006 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Upgrading and Repairing PCs, 17th Edition Be a part of the best-selling Upgrading
and Repairing series with the latest edition of the flagship
book, Upgrading and Repairing PCs. Author Scott
Mueller has taught thousands in his seminars and millions
through his books, videos and articles. Since 1988, everyon from PC
technicians and students to hobbyists, have turned to Scott
Mueller's Upgrading and Repairing PCs books for help with
computer problems. Upgrading and Repairing PCs, 17th Edition
includes new and updated content covering the latest processors,
motherboards, memory, and more, including a fully-loaded DVD with
new video and...
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8. |  Upgrading and Repairing Servers By: Scott Mueller; Mark Edward Soper; Barrie Sosinsky Publisher: Que Publication Date: 24-APR-2006 Insert Date: 24-MAY-2006 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Upgrading and Repairing Servers As the price of servers comes down to the
level of desktop PCs, many small- and medium-sized businesses are
forced to provide their own server setup, maintenance and support,
without the high-dollar training enjoyed by their big corporation
counterparts. Upgrading and Repairing Servers is the first
line of defense for small- and medium-sized businesses, and an
excellent go-to reference for the experienced administrators who
have been asking for a reference guide like this one for a long
time! It's all here in one, incredibly useful tome that you will
refer to again and again.
Inside is...
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9. |  Repairing and Upgrading Your PC By: Robert Bruce Thompson; Barbara Fritchman Thompson Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc. Publication Date: 02-MAR-2006 Insert Date: 14-MAR-2006 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Repairing and Upgrading Your PC
Most computer users think that fiddling with the insides of their
PC is taboo. They fear that by removing the screws that hold the
case on, they're crossing into forbidden territory. And even for
those who know they can open the box and fix or upgrade their PC,
analysis paralysis often stops them in their tracks:
Which upgrades offer the best bang for the buck? How do you
pinpoint the faulty component that's making your system freeze?
What about compatibility issues?Get ready to get unstuck and get your PC running fast and
running right. Repairing and Upgrading Your PC...
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10. |  Upgrading and Repairing Laptops, Second Edition By: Scott Mueller Publisher: Que Publication Date: 16-DEC-2005 Insert Date: 04-JAN-2006 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Upgrading and Repairing Laptops, Second Edition Scott Mueller has gone where no computer book author has
gone before — right past all the warranty stickers, the
hidden screws, and the fear factor to produce a real owner's manual
that every laptop owner should have on his desk. Upgrading and
Repairing Laptops, Second Edition shows the upgrades users can
perform, the ones that are better left to the manufacturer, and how
to use add-on peripherals to make the most of a laptop. This second
edition has been updated to include:
The latest processors and motherboards
Complete assembly and disassembly information
Updated memory...
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11. |  By: Robert Bruce Thompson; Barbara Fritchman Thompson Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc. Publication Date: 26-AUG-2004 Insert Date: 18-NOV-2005 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Building the Perfect PC
With off-the-shelf computer systems to fit any budget or
requirement, some people might wonder why you'd want to build your
own. They don't understand that for many computer users, a
ready-made system is about as satisfying as popping a frozen dinner
in the microwave when you'd rather have real food instead. Sure, it
works, but it's not exactly what you need or want. There's a lot to
be said for a computer that has exactly the quality components you
choose, by the manufacturers you choose, rather than the
conveniently bundled assortment made for your price point. But
perhaps you've stopped...
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12. |  Dude, You can do it! How to build a Sweet PC By: Darrel Creacy; Carlito Vicencio Publisher: Peachpit Press Publication Date: 05-MAY-2005 Insert Date: 22-JUN-2005 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Dude, You can do it! How to build a Sweet PC Whether you're frustrated with current PC offerings (and their
inflated prices) or are simply looking for a cool project to take
on, building a computer from the ground up using off-the-shelf
parts can offer significant advantages. In these pages, computer
dudes Darrel Wayne Creacy and Carlito Vicencio
outline those advantages and then show you how to build the
computer of your dreams.
The pair begins by explaining what components make up a PC and what
you need to think about when selecting those components, before
helping you determine your needs and suggesting various
configurations to...
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13. |  MAXIMUM PC Guide to BUILDING A DREAM PC By: Will Smith Publisher: Que Publication Date: 10-SEP-2004 Insert Date: 01-OCT-2004 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: MAXIMUM PC Guide to BUILDING A DREAM PC The moment you've been waiting for is finally here. Maximum PC
has expanded its bestselling "Building a Dream PC" issue to bring
you the more complete Maximum PC Guide to Building a Dream PC. This
full-color layout packed with pictures, illustrations and
infographics that will show you how to build the perfect PC from
the ground up. Written by the top two voices in PC hardware
technology, Maximum PC and Que, you will also learn how to tune,
optimize and backup your dream PC once it's built. No stone is left
unturned in this step-by-step guide, as it gives you tips on how to
find the best...
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14. |  Upgrading and Repairing Laptops By: Scott Mueller Publisher: Que Publication Date: 12-DEC-2003 Insert Date: 20-DEC-2003 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Upgrading and Repairing Laptops Beyond cutting edge, Scott Mueller goes where no computer book
author has gone before--right past all the warranty stickers, the
hidden screws, and the fear factor to produce a real owner's manual
that every laptop owner should have on his desk. This book shows
the upgrades users can perform, the ones that are better left to
the manufacturer, and how to use add-on peripherals to make the
most of a laptop. The CD contains one-of-a-kind video showing just
what's inside a portable PC. For readers who have ever wondered
what goes on inside their portable PC, how to upgrade/repair the
portable PC...
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15. |  PC Hardware in a Nutshell, Third Edition By: Robert Bruce Thompson; Barbara Fritchman Thompson Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc. Publication Date: 24-JUL-2003 Insert Date: 20-SEP-2003 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: PC Hardware in a Nutshell, Third Edition PC Hardware in a Nutshell is the practical guide to buying,
building, upgrading, and repairing Intel-based PCs. A longtime
favorite among PC users, the third edition of the book now contains
useful information for people running either Windows or Linux
operating systems. Written for novices and seasoned professionals
alike, the book is packed with useful and unbiased information,
including how-to advice for specific components, ample reference
material, and a comprehensive case study on building a PC. In
addition to coverage of the fundamentals and general tips about
working on PCs, the book...
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16. |  Upgrading and Repairing PCs, 14th Edition By: Scott Mueller Publisher: Que Publication Date: 27-AUG-2002 Insert Date: 04-SEP-2003 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Upgrading and Repairing PCs, 14th Edition This is the newest comprehensive update to the world's #1 guide
to PC repair and maintenance. World-renowned PC hardware expert
Scott Mueller has thoroughly updated his legendary Upgrading and
Repairing PCs to reflect today's latest PC technologies, and
added a new DVD with more than two hours of digital video
demonstrating PC maintenance and repair, which can be watched on
either their DVD-equipped PCs or any DVD player. Mueller presents
updated coverage of every significant PC component: processors,
motherboards, memory, the BIOS, IDE and SCSI interfaces, drives,
removable and optical...
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17. |  Upgrading and Repairing PCs, 15th Anniversary Edition By: Scott Mueller Publisher: Que Publication Date: 12-AUG-2003 Insert Date: 28-AUG-2003 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Upgrading and Repairing PCs, 15th Anniversary Edition Runaway best-selling PC hardware book of all time and one of
the best-selling computer books ever!
Written by the all-time bestselling PC hardware author in
history!
Has earned more than any other Que book in existence in gross
profit since the 5th Edition was published in 1995, placing it
among the Pearson Technology Group elite!
DVD includes more than two hours of high quality video -
playable on both standalone DVD player and DVD-ROM!
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18. |  Winn L. Rosch Hardware Bible, Sixth Edition By: Winn L. Rosch Publisher: Que Publication Date: 21-FEB-2003 Insert Date: 24-MAY-2003 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Winn L. Rosch Hardware Bible, Sixth Edition The Winn L. Rosch Hardware Bible provides a background on
how things work, puts competing technologies, standards, and
products in perspective, and serves as a reference that provides
quick answers for common computer and technology questions. It
functions as a buying guide, telling not only what to buy, but why.
It also lays the foundation for upgrading or repairing a computer,
but stops short of the step-by-step mechanics of the process. The
chief purpose of the Hardware Bible remains educational. Some new
features in this edition include rewritable DVD technology as well
as Blu-ray Discs,...
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19. |  Upgrading and Repairing PCs, 3th Edition By: Scott Mueller Publisher: Que Publication Date: 27-AUG-2001 Insert Date: 07-DEC-2002 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Upgrading and Repairing PCs, 3th Edition Upgrading and Repairing PCs is the de facto standard PC
hardware tome used by more PC professionals and hobbyists than any
other book of its kind - selling more than 2.1 million copies in
it's 13-edition history. In the 13th Edition, Scott has pulled out
all of the stops, adding hundreds of page of new material, two
hours of all new video and more technical illustrations, charts and
tables than you'll find in any other PC hardware book.
Deep and balanced coverage of new
processors from Intel and AMD, including the long-awaited Pentium 4
and 64-bit Itanium.
Own a Dell PC? Interested in...
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20. |  Peter Norton's® New Inside the PC By: Peter Norton; Scott H. A. Clark Publisher: Sams Publication Date: 12-APR-2002 Insert Date: 03-DEC-2002 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Peter Norton's® New Inside the PC No competing book provides a more in-depth understanding of the
working principles and operations of the computer to a general
audience. Ensures maximum productivity by providing an intimate
working knowledge of the personal computer at all levels. Uses the
unique "Peter Norton" approach: expert advice in a user-friendly,
hands-on exploratory mode. Topics covered: Inside IBM-standard PCs,
processors, disks, memory, peripherals, networking (including the
Internet), and the newest developments in 3-D audio and video....
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