Upgrading and Fixing Computers Do it Yourself For Dummies 1st Edition by Andy Rathbone ISBN 0470557435 9780470557433

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ISBN 10: 0470557435 
ISBN 13: 9780470557433
Author: Andy Rathbone 

An illustrated, step-by-step guide to repairs and upgrades

Whether you want to prepare your computer for Windows 7, avoid investing in a new one, or just “go green”, this fully illustrated guide has what you need. You’ll learn how to add printers and new keyboards, boost your PC’s performance and increase memory, improve power consumption, rev up your multimedia capacity, and much more. Step-by-step instructions are accompanied by photos that show you exactly what you should see at every stage.

• Learn to perform basic upgrades and prepare your PC for high-speed Internet connections, network connections, and added security, all with fully illustrated instructions
• Find out how to expand memory, enhance speed, and update your computer’s power supply
• Prepare an old computer for Windows 7 and beef up your capacity for multimedia

Upgrading & Fixing Computers Do-It-Yourself For Dummies is a show-and-tell course in makin

Upgrading and Fixing Computers Do it Yourself For Dummies 1st Table of contents:

• Part I: Getting Started with Your Computer’s Insides

  • Chapter 1: Understanding Your Computer’s Components (CPU, RAM, Hard Drive, Motherboard, etc.)
  • Chapter 2: Essential Tools and Safety Precautions
  • Chapter 3: Opening the Case and Identifying Parts

• Part II: Troubleshooting Common Computer Problems

  • Chapter 4: Diagnosing What’s Wrong (Using error messages, sounds, visual cues)
  • Chapter 5: Dealing with Startup and Boot Problems
  • Chapter 6: Fixing Software Glitches and Crashes
  • Chapter 7: Solving Internet and Network Connection Issues
  • Chapter 8: Addressing Peripheral Problems (Printers, monitors, keyboards, mice)
  • Chapter 9: Understanding and Battling Viruses and Malware

• Part III: Boosting Your Computer’s Performance (Upgrading)

  • Chapter 10: Adding More Memory (RAM)
  • Chapter 11: Installing a New Hard Drive (or SSD, if early enough in the tech cycle)
  • Chapter 12: Upgrading Your Video Card (Graphics Card)
  • Chapter 13: Replacing Your CD/DVD Drive (or adding a Blu-ray, depending on time of publication)
  • Chapter 14: Installing a New Motherboard and Processor (More advanced upgrade)
  • Chapter 15: Enhancing Your Computer’s Sound System

• Part IV: Maintaining Your Computer and Preventing Problems

  • Chapter 16: Keeping Your Software Up-to-Date
  • Chapter 17: Backing Up Your Important Files
  • Chapter 18: Cleaning Your Computer (Inside and Out)
  • Chapter 19: Optimizing Your Operating System (Disk cleanup, defragmentation, etc.)

• Part V: The Part of Tens

  • Chapter 20: Ten Common Computer Repair Myths
  • Chapter 21: Ten Essential Tools for Your Toolkit
  • Chapter 22: Ten Ways to Save Money on Computer Repairs
  • Chapter 23: Ten Things to Do Before You Call Tech Support

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