Building a PC For Dummies® - Softcover

Chambers, Mark L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0471767727 ISBN 13: 9780471767725

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2005

Synopsis

Shows tech hobbyists how to build the perfect PC, whether they want to create the ultimate gaming machine or combine new and recycled parts to construct an inexpensive computer for a child The do–it–yourself craze is sweeping through the tech community, and this guide is now significantly revised and updated to cover the wide array of new hardware and accessories available Step–by–step instructions and dozens of photos walk first–time computer builders through the entire process, from building the foundation, and adding a processor and RAM, to installing a video card, configuring a hard drive, hooking up CD and DVD drives, adding a modem, and troubleshooting problems

About this title

About the Author

Mark L. Chambers is an author, tech editor, and unabashed techie. He is the author of more than 30 computer books including iMac For Dummies , 4th Edition.

From the Back Cover

Got a screwdriver? You can put together your own PC! Build the foundation, install an operating system, and add the cool stuff You′ll be amazed at how easy it can be to assemble your own PC and how much fun you can have! This book skips the techno–talk and takes you through the process step by step. Install sound and video cards, add a DVD drive, set up a cable or DSL connection, and save some cash too! Discover how to Connect computer components Add first–rate sound to your system Choose the right monitor Select storage devices Install CD and DVD burners Set up game and video equipment

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0471767727
• ISBN 13: 9780471767725
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 360