Product Description
* Targeting the snags, glitches, and predicaments cited most frequently by readers, bestselling author Dan Gookin clearly explains how to diagnose and cure common PC problems, whether they originate with software, the operating system, or hardware * This updated edition features new, expanded coverage of laptop woes as well as Internet and e-mail issues, broadband connections, spam blocking, and security concerns * Provides advice on how to prevent PC problems in the first place and create a safe and secure PC environment * Dan Gookin is known for his ability to explain technology in an easy-to-understand and enjoyable fashion; his writing style, name, and reputation are unparalleled in the industry
From the Back Cover
Organized so you can find your problem and fix it — fast!
Rescue lost files, fix Internet glitches, smooth out shutdown, and even get help online
Oh, no, the computer's doing THAT again! What you need now is Dan Gookin's expert, easy-to-understand tech support! He'll help you locate the source of the trouble, tell you what to try (and how), give you tips on keeping it from happening again, and even tell you when it's time to call in the big guns.
Discover how to:
Decide whether it's a hardware or software problem
Bring back missing taskbars
Plug memory leaks
Recognize a hard drive failure
Perform preventive maintenance
Improve Internet connection speed
About the Author
Dan Gookin, the original For Dummies author, has more than 11 million copies of his many books in print. He also shares his technological know--how through online forums and newsletters.
Product Details
Paperback: 384 pages
Publisher: For Dummies; 2 edition (August 19, 1991)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0764577425
ISBN-13: 978-0764577420
Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 0.9 inches