Optimizing Windows for Games, Graphics and Multime - Softcover

Farquhar, David L.

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9781565926776: Optimizing Windows for Games, Graphics and Multime
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1565926773 ISBN 13: 9781565926776
Publisher: O'Reilly Media, 1999

Synopsis

This book is for those computer users not ready to upgrade a system, but who still want to play some of the best graphically enhanced games. It provides practical tips and procedures that can help an older computer run more efficiently and faster. Farquhar, a systems analyst and a computer columnist for the Columbia Missourian newspaper, includes simple tricks like optimizing a swap file and taking down wallpaper, as well as practical advise on using utilities, and optimizing DOS. In addition he gives advice about optimizing modems and making Internet exploration faster, and how to do a clean Windows installation. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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About the Author

Farquhar graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in journalism and has been working as a systems analyst ever since.

Review

'Verdict: An invaluable guide to getting the best out of your PC, explaining the whys as well as the hows. This is a must-have for anyone wanting to squeeze more performance out of their ageing PC.' PC Pro, July 2000

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Publisher
O'Reilly Media
Publication date
1999
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1565926773
ISBN 13 
9781565926776
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
278
Rating
  • 3.40 out of 5 stars
    5 ratings by Goodreads