How to Use Computers (2nd Edition) - Softcover

Biow, Lisa

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0672322536 ISBN 13: 9780672322532

Publisher: Sams, 2001

Synopsis

Offers a visual overview of computing systems, covering hardware, software, telecommunications, networking, multimedia, setup, running basic applications, and connecting to the Internet.

About this title

About the Author

Lisa Biow is a computer trainer and consultant to small- and medium-sized businesses in Oakland, California. She has taught everything from introductory computer classes to advanced database management courses on the college level. Lisa has authored several books on PC software, as well as the First and Bestseller's Edition of How to Use Your Computer.

Bob Temple is the president of Red Line Editorial, Inc., an editorial services and content services provider based in Minnesota. He is the author of six other computer books and 18 children's nonfiction titles.

From the Back Cover

How to Use Computers, Second Edition presents the reader with a straightforward, visual approach to learning. The steps and graphics guide the reader through just about everything he or she needs to know about how a computer works and how to make use of it:* The anatomy of a computer-how the processor, hard disk, memory, and other peripherals work together* How to organize the computer's hard drive and folders* How to use the Windows XP operating system and work with its powerful features* How to upgrade a computer with more memory, or add new peripherals like DVD players* How to protect a computer against data loss and viruses

Edition details

• Publisher: Sams
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0672322536
• ISBN 13: 9780672322532
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 256