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PC Hardware: A Beginner's Guide

1st Edition

0072194405 · 9780072194401

By Ron Gilster

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Part I: The Basics.

Chapter 1: The Personal Computer.

Chapter 2: Basic PC Concepts and Terminology.

Part II: Internal Components.

Chapter 3: Microprocessors.

Chapter 4: Motherboards.

Chapter 5: Chipsets and Controllers.

Chapter 6: The BIOS and the Boot Process.

Chapter 7: Computer Memory.

Chapter 8: Cache Memory.

Chapter 9: Hard Disks and Floppy Disks.

Chapter 10: CD-ROMs and DVDs.

Chapter 11: Expansion Cards.

Chapter 12: Video Cards.

Chapter 13: System Resources.

Chapter 14: Power Supply and Electrical Issues.

Part III: External Components.

Chapter 15: The System Case.

Chapter 16: Monitors and Displays.

Chapter 17: Printers.

Chapter 18: Keboards, Mice, and Pointing Devices.

Chapter 19: Ports and Connectors.

Chapter 20: Networks and Communications.

Chapter 21: Audio/Visual Devices.

Part IV: System Care and Troubleshooting.

Chapter 22: PC Care and Maintenance.

Chpater 23: Electrical Power Issues.

Chapter 24: Troubleshooting PC Hardware.

Ideal for PC owners looking for an accessible, easy-to-follow reference, this beginner's guide to PC hardware offers expert advice on every component--processors, motherboards, memory, BIOS, CD-ROM and DVD drives, video cards, and much more. You'll also get details on external devices, including monitors, printers, keyboards, and modems. The book covers both Intel and non-Intel CPUs and USB and AGP ports.