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A practical and informative guide to modems for PC and Macintosh users explains how modems work, the different types of modem software, and available online services. Original.
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Modems aren't just for techies anymore. Everyone wants or needs to get online -- whether it's for business, school, or plain old fun. Modems For Dummies, 3rd Edition, shows DOS, Windows, and Mac users how to select, install, and use modems and modem software. After you're connected, you can use the tips in this book to get the most out of the Internet and the World Wide Web, Bulletin Board Systems, and commercial services, such as CompuServe and America Online.
Inside, find helpful advice on how to:
- Cut through the jargon to discover the essentials of working with modems and getting online
- Get the most for your money when buying a modem and communications software
- Access technical support from computer companies, gurus, and other online sources
- Understand online basics like sending and receiving e-mail, chatting, faxing, conferencing, and cruising the World Wide Web
- Reduce connect charges with Tina's tips for saving money online
- Save money with coupons for Internet access, software, and more!
- Discover online resources for information, shopping, gaming, and news
- Graze the top-rated communication programs and pick software to match your needs and pocketbook
- Decipher smileys, taglines, ASCII art, signature files, and other mysteries of the online world
About the Author
About the Author Tina Rathbone writes, speaks, and appears before the media about computers. She is the author of IDG Books Worldwide's More Modems For Dummies® and Modems For Dummies®, 2nd Edition, which won the Best of Show, Nonfiction Books award in the San Diego Press Club's 1994 competition. Modems For Dummies® was also a finalist in the Society for Technical Communication/Southern Michigan Technical Publications Competition.
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