Upgrading & Fixing PCs for Dummies

by Andy Rathbone

Ready to repair or upgrade your PC -- the quick and easy way? Want to make your computer hum, but don't want to shell out bucks to a technician? Use this guide to give your system a makeover or successfully complete repairs. From prepping your PC for high-speed Internet access to adding more RAM, veteran For Dummies author Andy Rathbone will help you create and maintain your dream system. Helping you to assess the time, money, and tools needed to repair your PC, this is your first aid kit for modem and printer problems, installation nightmares, and Internet traffic jams.

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction, Technology

388 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!