The PC doctor's fix-it-yourself guide : [diagnose and treat PC problems on your own ; install a home network and connect to the Internet with confidence ; upgrade your PC by adding new and more powerful components ; troubleshoot PC hardware and administer

A technical director for a UK-based computer company who teaches such courses as Caring for Your PC has developed prescriptions for treating sick PCs. Arguing the benefits of fixing it yourself rather than relying on experts, his mission is to empower users with trouble- shooting and safe repair skills. Coverage includes PC anatomy, tips for getting the most out of tech support, and finding help on the Internet. Appendices include a glossary, resources, repair tools, and common file extensions. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR Publisher's Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Keep your PC in tip-top shape with the PC Doctors proven treatments Diagnose, fix, upgrade, and maintain your PC and install software and peripherals with help from this easy-to-use guide. Inside, youll find just what the PC Doctor ordered with the fix-it-yourself PC home remedies you need to take good care of your computer. Learn how to interpret error messages, troubleshoot common problems, and resolve performance issues. Plus, get handy checklists at the end of each chapter to help you with ongoing maintenance. This step-by-step resource empowers you with the knowledge and skills you need to keep your PC running smoothly. Get advice and solutions for solving myriad of your PC problems, including expert tips on researching solutions on your own. Learn how to maintain your computer, keeping it in good working condition, plus how to upgrade and install new software safely. Troubleshoot Linux, Windows, and personal devices, use the internet effectively as a problem-solving tool, get up to speed on computer security, and set up small home and wireless networks. The companion Web site provides additional support. What's what : the anatomy of a PC Files and folders Improving on perfection Safe computing Helping yourself What you need to fix-it-yourself, and stay safe The PC case and the power supply Motherboard, RAM, CPU, and BIOS Hard drives and floppy drives Other data storage devices Monitors and graphics adapters Expansion cards Networking Connections Input devices File system care Backup Improving performance and stability Making more of the Internet. "Diagnose, fix, upgrade, and maintain your PC and install software and peripherals with help from this easy-to-use guide. Learn how to interpret error messages, troubleshoot common problems, and resolve performance issues. Plus, get handy checklists at the end of each chapter to help you with ongoing maintenance. This step-by-step resource empowers you with the knowledge and skills you need to keep your PC running smoothly."--Jacket Provides information on PC maintenance and repair, covering such topics as maintaining a file system, adding memory, networking, expansion cards, backup, and data storage.