Review of PCs All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech)) (Paperback)

excellent book for reminding you what you have forgotten because you do not use the tool very often

Product Description
Need the scoop on Windows Vista? How about Office 2007? Anything you need to know about using your PC can probably be found in PCs All-In-One Desk Reference for Dummies, 4^th Edition.

This handy guide is made up of eight convenient minibooks, so you can find what you need in a hurry. And in case you think you've seen it before, this fourth edition is fully updated for all the newest, coolest stuff. Want a guided tour of the Vista operating system and how it differs from XP? Check out minibook #2. Have you heard about Microsoft Works but aren't sure what it's about? Find out in Book #4. Planning to network all the computers in your home? Minibook #8 is just what you need. The entire repertoire includes

• PC Hardware
• Windows Vista
• The Internet
• Microsoft Works
• Office 2007
• Fun With Movies, Music, and Photos
• Upgrading and Supercharging
• Home Networking

For all the things you probably do with your PC - browsing the Internet, e-mail, word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, organizing and sharing digital photos and video, downloading music - you'll find you can get right to the point and discover what you want to know, quickly and easily. You'll want to keep PCs All-In-One Desk Reference for Dummies, 4^th Edition handy, say on your desk, maybe?

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Review of Microsoft Office v. X for Mac Power User's Guide (Miscellaneous) [ILLUSTRATED] (Paperback)

This book is really a complete guide, with a smooth ramp-up from the basics to Office tips about power features that I didn't even know existed. I can hardly wait to try some of the more complex features of Word and Excel, which is why I really upgraded to MacOS X in the first place.

I especially liked the author's step-by-step style. He shows you precisely what needs to be done to accomplish what you need to do.Also, there are projects that illustrate the things that most of us will do, like creating a self-running PPoint show or building a complete web site with Word.

Another thing I appreciated about this book was the starting point!You don't have to wade through several chapters of "this is how you move your mouse" and "this is what happens when you click a menu" (as some other books that I have do).Plus, he just doesn't say "This is taken care of by a wizard" .... he actually shows you what to do.

Rather than waste time on MacOS X Mail (even in the Jaguar beta it's nowhere near as powerful as Entourage), the author describes all of Entourage. There's a lot to it, and he shows you how to track all of your personal data and appointments. You don't have to be an accountant to understand the Excel coverage, and everything that the new version of Word can do.The chapters are well-organized, and I never felt like I had to hunt something down.

To sum up, I highly recommend this excellent book to any person of any skill level who needs a complete guide to the new Mac Office!

Product Description
Learn the tips and tricks that let you get the most out of Office v. X on your Macintosh! Now you can use Office on your Macintosh just like a pro. This book does much more than provide a run down of features for Office v. X. It takes you from the basics to the advanced tips and tricks that allow you to take charge of your busines and personal data using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Entourage. Once you have a handle on each Office product, you'll move on to several real-world projects that allow you to put your knowledg to the test. Learn how real Mac "power users" get the most out of Office v. X!

About the Author
Mark L. Chambers began writing computer books in 1994. Since then, he has written numerous books and is now a full-time author. Mark has recently branched out into Web-based education--designing and teaching a number of online classes called WebClinics. He has a degree in journalism and creating writing from Louisiana State University.

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Review of Scanners for Dummies (Paperback)

I have bought several scanning books, but this one is all you need. The author covers the entire process and all the settings, including those buttons and sliders that you have never heard of before. There are two chapters that address basic and advanced image retouching and editing. The tone is friendly and funny and things never get too complex. The troubleshooting chapter has already helped me solve an annoying bug that I've had to put up with since I installed my scanner! Overall, I give this Dummies book a very high rating for anyone that's searching for a scanner or has recently bought one.

Product Description
Fully updated to cover new hardware and technology

Here's how to choose a scanner, set it up, and start capturing images

Flatbed or sheet-fed? USB or FireWire? And what the heck is a dpi, anyway? This handy guide tells you all that and more -- everything you need to know to get the most use, and fun, out of your scanner. Choose the right image editing software, share photos online, even get the scoop on tricks the experts use.

All this on the bonus CD-ROM

• Evaluation versions of Paint Shop Pro® and Photo Album
• Adobe® Photoshop® Elements and Acrobat® Professional tryout versions
• Mac® GraphicConverter and VueScan trial versions
• SnapCopier™ and Ulead PhotoImpact® XL trial versions

Discover how to:

• Buy the right scanner for your needs
• Choose your software
• Fine-tune your scans
• Select and install extra equipment
• Edit images like a pro
• Keep your scanner happy and healthy

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