How to Do Everything with Your PC

by Robert Cowart and Bob Cowart

This guide covers topics to do with your PC, from selecting a computer to how to upgrade and add all the extras. This book shows you how to get the most from software, what to look for when... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0072127767
• ISBN13: 9780072127768
• Release Date: October 2000
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill/Osborne Media
• Length: 596 Pages
• Weight: 2.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 7.4" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

Comprehensive Computer Learning Tool

I have read the entire book and enjoyed every minute of it. The most important thing however is this: Cowart's book is very,very good, and he is more than knowledgeable in his field. The book is one that you will retuirn to time and time again, for answers. You bought, or are thinking of buying it for one reason: to learn more about your computer. This book has all the answers to probably 95% of the questions you may have. It covers nearly everything about computers that readers want to know and to learn. It is easy to understand, and for the person who is new to computers, this is a must. It has a well thought out Index which is also of importance to those who don't understand their new machine. For more experienced users,this book is for you too. It's a reference book you'll enjoy,and use, for a long time.By the time it becomes obsolete, I expect Robert Cowart to write an updated version; but that time isn't anytime soon.

A must read for anyone who uses a PC

If you're looking to get the maximum use from your PC investment, this is the book to read. The book gives you concise information on how to set up your PC and perform routine maintanence. There's also sections on using peripheral hardware, setting up your own Web site, and using with the software that comes bundled with most PCs. I learned volumes by reading this well-written, easy to understand book and can highly recommend it to anyone who owns a PC and wants to get the most from it.

Most readable computer book I have ever bought

The book was actually for my wife (who hates computers and hates manuals even more), yet needs them in her business. She keeps the book on her desk as a reference. It does not use technobabble and is not boring. The index is good. It is written a lot like asking a friend for help. It is not intimidating. Now I am about to order another one for myself.The format and content was unusual - light hearted and entertaining, yet helpful and complete. I have been using computers since working on mainframes in college in 1958. Even with this background, I found the book helpful and informative. I often get phone calls from friends and customers about their computer problems and have already purchased three additional copies of the book for their use. I highly recommend the book for all users from beginner to veteran.

no nonsense, no jargon

What a pleasure to find a no-nonsense, no jargon book like "How to Do Everything with Your PC" on the market. I work in a small office for the Green Lake Music Festival and have no time or money to take outside training, and for the first time I can easily and quickly find answers to my questions. Everything is presented in a clear, well illustrated, easy to understand format. Thank you, Bob Cowart! Jeannette Kreston Green Lake, Wisconsin

How to Do Everything with Your PC

This book is an unusually clear and concise general guide to many issues that come up for a PC user. Mr. Cowart's writing lends to an excellent read and his choice of graphics shows that he considers those of us who need to "see" how something is done. I have used many "How To" computer books as an instructor of computer and Internet courses for East Bay Private Industry Councils and the Department of Employment Development (EDD). Compared with the Windows For Dummies series, this book far outshines its competition. It walks the reader through computer basics (including unpacking, arranging and setting up the PC and peripherals, which is important for anyone who has actually set up their own home system), but it doesn't ask the reader to wade through endless pages discussing boring details. The chapters on email and the Internet were especially helpful and included practical advise on how to set up accounts, arrange folders and avoid certain pitfalls or trouble shoot when opening attachments with AOL. There is good material on how create a website, use digital photography, play and record music, and even edit movies from a camcorder! This book's strength lies in its timely information, humor, and the seat-of-the-pants knowledge that the author shares along the way. I highly recommend it!