Review of Teach Yourself VISUALLY Networking, 2nd Edition (Paperback)

I teach networking classes at Computer Applications Company and I have found this book to be an excellent resource for beginners to learn networking terminology and concepts.Most of the students who used this book learned the concepts quickly.

Product Description
How does information get from one computer to the next? How do I choose what hardware is best for my network? What certification programs are out there for me? If you don't know the answers to any of these questions, then read this fully updated Teach Yourself VISUALLY Networking to learn these answers and more!

From the Back Cover
"I've shown you book to at least 50 people. At my last company, it went on the 'recommended reading' list. THANK YOU for the visual learning aid. It made such a difference in my learning curve as I changed industries." -Gerry A. Lee (Colorado Springs, CO)

Read Less, Learn More
Are you a visual learner? Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something-and skip the long-winded explanations? If so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you'll find clear, step-by-step illustrations that explain computer networking fundamentals, from hardware, architecture, operating systems, and protocols to security, administration, Internet connections, and intranets.

• Full-color illustrations demonstrate each task
• Succinct explanations walk you through the basics and beyond
• Self-contained lessons break big topics into bite-sized modules
• Jargon-free captions offer practical tips and tricks

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Review of PC Upgrade & Repair Simplified, 2nd Edition (Paperback)

I have checked several "pc upgrade" books which are in great details but vague. This one has only 225 pages and the best thing of this book is that it practically shows you with images rather than giving you more technical info to make it more complicated. That's why I found it so easy....! to follow. If you really want to learn how to repair or upgrade your pc, then save some money and buy this one.

Product Description
The premier full-color guide to PC upgrade and repair is back -- and better than ever! Now updated to cover all of the latest technologies, from Pentium III and USB to Firewire and DVD drives, this book remains the easiest guide available for visually oriented PC do-it-yourselfers, with more than 1,000 step-by-step illustrations accompanied by short, to-the-point captions.

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Review of Perl: Your visual blueprint for building Perl scripts (Paperback)

This is an excellent book if you want a straight forward, no nonsense guide to building Perl scripts. The book does not go into very much theory behind Perl. It does exactly as the cover describes, it gives you a "Visual (step by step) Blueprint" for building problem solving scripts. I liked this book because it was broken down very well into modules that get right to the point and show you what you need to know to solve the problem quickly and efficiently. However, these are basic scripts. To learn the theory behind Perl I would reccomend Learning Perl by Randal L. Schwartz.

Product Description
Welcome to the only guidebook series that takes a visual approach to professional-level computer topics. Inside you'll discover step-by-step screen shots that demonstrate over 100 key Perl tasks, including:

• Demystifying references
• Creating variables and expressions
• Building arrays, lists, and subroutines
• Generating output
• Working with strings
• Handling regular expressions
• Working with file systems
• Harnessing Perl modules
• Using Perl with CGI
• Working with databases

The companion CD-ROM includes:

• Perl 5.6.0
• Perl Builder and ActiveState Perl Development Kit evaluation versions
• Perl2Exe for Win 32 trial version
• Visual Perl Editor and UltraEdit32 shareware versions
• Plus, all sample code and an eversion of the book

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Review of Master Windows 98 VISUALLY [ILLUSTRATED] (Paperback)

If you can read a cookbook or other simple instruction-type books, this is great. I learned so much about options that I didn't even know I had available. It is clear, concise and with all the illustrations, even acomplete novice can start to use it immediately. I've been able to organizemy files, manage disk space, customize my computer and customize my menuswith what I need. I'm no longer stuck with things I don't need orunderstand. This was one of the best purchases I ever made. It's incrediblyeasy to understand and instructions are super easy to follow - everythingis illustrated for you.



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Review of Master Visually Windows XP (With CD-ROM) [ILLUSTRATED] (Paperback)

Here's an oddity.A computer book that's both comprehensive and easy to use.For anyone wanting to learn all about Windows XP without intimidation, look no further.The book is well organized, starting with elementary basics (such as general computer basics), then moving on to a wide range of topics:

Working with digital cameras
Setting up a home network
Web publishing
Creating/editing videos
Creating audio CDs
Customizing your computer
And much more.

Each task is explained in easy-to-read text and, of course, with visuals.Very helpful, but written primarily for beginners, NOT for XP or computer veterans.

CD-ROM contains an evaluation version of Paint Shop Pro, FreeAmp music player,
AbyssAudio Collection, and an e-version of the book.

621 pages

Product Description
Step-by-step instructions and hundred of screenshots provide you with ultimate topic coverage. Master VISUALLY Windows XP uses the VISUAL approach to cover new features of Windows XP including: the new interface, enhanced start menu, the My Pictures digital image organizer, the My Music digital music organizer; and Media Player 8, which plays video, DVD, and music.

From the Back Cover
"One picture is worth a thousand words."

If you prefer instructions that show you rather than tell you, then this comprehensive reference is for you. Hundreds of succinctly captioned, step-by-step screen shots reveal how to accomplish over 230 Windows XP tasks, including:

• Using the new Windows interface
• Setting up a home network
• Working with digital cameras
• Publishing files to the Web
• Restoring your computer
• Getting remote assistance
• Creating and editing videos
• Copying songs to your computer
• Using Windows Messenger
• Creating audio CDs

• "Master It" tips answer questions and present shortcuts
• High-resolution screen shots demonstrate each task
• Succinct explanations walk you through step by step
• Two-page lessons break big topics into bite-sized modules

Bonus software on CD-ROM!

• Paint Shop Pro evaluation version
• FreeAmp music player
• AbyssAudio Collection and more
• AbyssAudio Collection and more
• Plus a fully searchable e-version of the book

System requirements: PC running Windows 9x/2000/Me/XP, Windows NT 4 or later. See the "What's on the CD-ROM" appendix for details and complete system requirements.

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