Upgrading & Fixing PCs For Dummies

by Andy Rathbone

Here's the ideal plain-English reference for computer do-it-yourselfers. Upgrading & Fixing PCs For Dummies, 4th Edition, guides you step-by-step to figuring out what's broken and how to fix it. With these easy-to-follow instructions from computer guru Andy Rathbone, you'll be able to take care of all those nagging problems and install all the hardware you need, whether its more memory for a RAM-hungry machine or a faster modem for surfing the Internet. Master the mysteries of your PC's internal workings without becoming, in Andy's inimitable way with words, a technoweenie. Grab a few basic household tools -- a small Phillips screwdriver, an itty-bitty flathead screwdriver, and a paper clip -- and get ready to save some serious bucks by making the upgrades you need all by yourself. Upgrading & Fixing PCs For Dummies guides you through the troubleshooting process to divine what's wrong with your PC and why it's acting in strange and inexplicable ways, and then this book gives you instructions for fixing whatever ails your computer. Don't just give up on your PC and buy a Mac -- get this great all-in-one guide instead and make your PC work the way that it should!

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction, Technology

384 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!