Upgrading & Fixing PCs for Dummies

by Andy Rathbone

Buying a PC is only the first step in a long-term relationship. After the honeymoon period, you may find your computer lacking in memory, seeming not as fast as it used to, and falling short in multimedia and online capabilities. Fortunately, Upgrading & Fixing PCs For Dummies® , 3rd Edition -- now completely updated with information on the latest technologies and products available -- is here to bring new life to the marriage. In this comprehensive, hands-on guide, bestselling author Andy Rathbone explains in plain English how to Figure out what's broken -- and fix it Install more RAM (memory) so that you can run larger applications and more applications at one time Upgrade to Windows 95 and surf the Internet easier than ever before Swap out your CPU chip for a newer, faster model Add a video or sound card or another hard disk with no hassles Decide whether upgrading is worth it

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction, Technology

362 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1993

About the author

Born in San Diego, California, Andy Rathbone began writing for newspapers in the early 80s. He started freelancing articles to computer magazines soon after, then began writing the "Windows For Dummies" series in 1992. His books have been translated into more than 30 languages worldwide.

He's since written more than 50 books, with more than 15 million copies in print. Recent books include Windows 8.1 For Dummies, Surface For Dummies, and Windows 8 Tablets For Dummies.

His latest book, the second edition of Windows 10 For Dummies, is available as of November 2016.

Reviews

[Ietrio · Rating 1 out of 5]

For those who need one well equipped tool shed in order to change a light bulb, or to save $10 from letting someone else do it. And by now obsolete, unless you do still have a 2010 computer around.

[Jonah Andersson · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good guide book to read, especially for newbies. I thought this book was so easy as I already know most fixing stuff. More tips about the DIY for Windows 7 and fixing your own laptop/desktop. Helpful and simple!