The Modem Reference: The Complete Guide to PC Communications

by Michael A. Banks

This updated and dialed-in revision examines the selection, installation and use of modems in today's high-tech business place. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0910965366
• ISBN13: 9780910965361
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Information Today
• Length: 306 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.1" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

The Modem Reference/Book and Disk

This book gives a detailed information of data transmission and communications protocol, installation and troubleshooting about modem. Full with descriptions and illustrations on how to choose the right modem and software and evaluate online services.

Explains the concepts underlying computer data

Now in an updated and expanded fourth edition, Michael Banks' The Modem Reference continues to offer a complete and comprehensive guide to personal computer communications. This invaluable reference explains the concepts underlying computer data, data encoding and transmission, as well as supporting hardware. The Modem Reference covers how modems work, communication software, working with Windows, file transfers, connecting on the road, modem troubleshooting, modem types (including features and options), making online connections, essential menus and commands, online services and the Internet, physical connections and cables, and resources for online users. The Modem Reference is especially recommended to anyone wanting to maximize their PC, fax, and data communications capabilities at work or at home.

A classic guide to all concepts behind modem use

This updated 4th edition of a classic explains all the concepts behind modem use; from modern technology and PC communications to working with Windows, online services and on the internet. Troubleshooting ideas and file transfer tips are especially valuable here.