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How Computers Work (8th Edition) (How It Works)
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by Ron White
Sales Rank: 97705
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Paperback: 464 pages
Publisher: Que; 8 edition November 19, 2005
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0789734249
ISBN-13: 978-0789734242
Product Dimensions:
9.8 x 8 x 1 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
Product Review
Updated to include all the recent developments to the PC and complete with a CD-ROM, the third edition of How Computers Work is like a cool science museum in a book. But make no mistake--this is not a book for children. How Computers Work aims to teach readers about all the intricacies held within the machine, and it's a daunting task. The author, Ron White, doesn't dumb down his material; instead he provides thorough and substantive definitions. The pages of fun and colorful graphics ease the tension, though, and bring the abstract concepts--the difference between RAM and ROM, for example--into real life.
The book has incredible depth, explaining everything you could want to know about your computer, with each piece of hardware being given full treatment over two to five pages. (Macintosh and UNIX users should be aware, though, that the book's model is the "Wintel," a Windows PC with an Intel microprocessor.) The book is well-structured and can easily be used as a reference resource beyond the first reading. --Jennifer Buckendorff
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Product Description
A classic is back in its 8th and best edition yet! How Computers Work, 8th Edition is a must-have for anyone interested in the inner-workings of computers. The full-color, detailed illustrations will take you deep inside your PC and show you just how intricate it is. This latest edition has been updated with information on all of the latest technologies, including: - PCI Express Bus
- Serial ATA Connections
- Digital Photography Software
- TiVos, Gas Plasma Screens, iPods, and Other Home Entertainment Equipment
- Google and eBay
- 3D Game Development, Two-Slot Video Cards, and Overclocking
How Computers Work has sold over two million copies world wide. But don't take our word for it get your copy today!
Customer Reviews & Comments
This review is from: How Computers Work (6th Edition) (Paperback)
I work in the IT / Computer Repair industry, and I personally feel that this book is very helpful to most individuals, especially those who have little familiarity with computer systems, internal structures, gadgets and whatnots. I found the detailed and heavily-illustrated sections regarding chipsets, processors, memory buffers, etc. to be very helpful. Most computer manuals are very technical and assume you know a computer inside and out, already (despite constant development in the industry and the fact that by the time a computer hits the shelves it is out-dated). These "How Computers / Internet," etc. books are wonderful manuals for those who just want to know "how the heck does this crazy thing work, anyway ?!?!" You won't be able to pass your A+ Certifications with this series of books, but you will understand much of the jargon people throw-around in the office, and you will see flow charts of "How Computers Work." I sincerely appreciated the diagrams of a Techtronix Printer! Suffice to Say, if "a picture is worth a thousand words," this book is pricesless for the novice and very helpful for the beginning (uncertified) Techs in the computer repair field. The usual Black & White Illustrations in computer manuals aren't exactly condusive to really getting a feel for the stuff you might be yanking out and replacing. However, this book is full of numerous full-color, full-page illustrations.
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