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Synopsis
The shrinking price of a home computer made you run out and buy one. But how do you use it? This guide takes the fear and frustration out of getting your PC up and running, without a lot of technical mumbo-jumbo. Computers are supposed to make life less complicated, and Cliff's shows you how in clear, easy-to-follow language and exercises.
About the Author
Jim McCarter has trained computer users and designed computer systems for over ten years.
Table of Contents
Introduction.
Chapter 1: Taking Inventory.
Chapter 2: Taking Inventory of the Extras.
Chapter 3: Getting Everything Connected.
Chapter 4: Getting to Know Microsoft Windows.
Chapter 5: Joining the Internet.
Chapter 6: Managing Your Files.
Chapter 7: Putting Built-in Programs to Work.
Chapter 8: Putting Other Applications to Work.
Chapter 9: Printing.
Chapter 10: Troubleshooting.
CliffsNotes Review.
CliffsNotes Resource Center.
Index.