Tag: Dan Gookin

  Ebook Info Published: 2005 Number of pages: 408 pages Format: PDF File Size: 5.57 MB Authors: Dan...

while (dead_horse) beat ():If you’re like most people, the above seems like nonsense. Actually, it’s computer sense—C programming. After digesting C For Dummies, 2nd Edition, you’ll understand it. C programs are fast, concise and versatile. They let you boss your computer around for a change. So turn on your computer, get a free compiler and editor (the book tells you where), pull up a chair, and get going. You won’t have to go far (page 13) to find your first program example. You’ll do short, totally manageable, hands-on exercises to help you make sense of:All 32 keywords in the C language (that’s right—just 32 words)The functions—several dozen of themTerms like printf(), scanf(), gets (), and puts ()String variables, numeric variables, and constantsLooping and implementationFloating-point valuesIn case those terms are almost as intimidating as the idea of programming, be reassured that C For Dummies was written by Dan Gookin, bestselling author of DOS For Dummies, the book that started the whole library. So instead of using expletives and getting headaches, you’ll be using newly acquired skills and getting occasional chuckles as you discover how to:Design and develop programsAdd comments (like post-it-notes to yourself) as you goLink code to create executable programsDebug and deploy your programsUse lint, a common tool to examine and optimize your codeA helpful, tear-out cheat sheet is a quick reference for comparison symbols, conversion characters, mathematical doodads, C numeric data types, and more. C For Dummies takes the mystery out of programming and gets you into it quickly and painlessly.

Find out where to shop and what to look for Handheld? Flat-screen iMac®? Pentium® 4 with warp speed processing? Here’s how to chooseThose computer megastores can be intimidating, so take five – five easy steps toward finding the computer that does what you want it to! Veteran For Dummies author Dan Gookin supplies checklists, questions, and answers that help you discover what you need, what you want, where to find it, and how to buy it.The Dummies WayExplanations in plain English"Get in, get out" informationIcons and other navigational aidsTear-out cheat sheetTop ten listsA dash of humor and fun

Buying a new computer doesn't have to be a nightmare, although the thought of your brand new computer becoming obsolete the day after you buy it may indeed keep you up at night. Just like when you buy anything, the more you know about what you're buying, the better decision you can make. In Buying a Computer For Dummies, 2nd Edition, PC guru and best-selling Dummies author Dan Gookin guides you through the process of purchasing a new computer. But don't expect your typical buyer's guide; you won't find endless, boring lists of prices, products, and useless part numbers. Instead, the book assumes that you need a computer for some reason, and then shows you how to find the right computer and software for the tasks you need to perform. And because this is a Dummies book, you can expect some lively and entertaining writing – not humdrum computer jargon. Nothing is assumed, and everything is explained.Buying a Computer For Dummies, 2nd Edition, covers these topics and more: Understanding the buying processComputer basics: What all those thingamajigs doHow to make the right hardware and software choices, from sound cards and hard drives to operating systems and word processorsDissecting computer advertisements and deciding where to buyTips for shopping onlineSearching for computer service and supportSetting up your computer and buying the right accessoriesTop Ten lists of mistakes first-time computer buyers make, warning signs, and commonly asked questionsBoth first-time computer buyers and experienced computer users looking to upgrade to the latest and greatest can find value in Buying a Computer For Dummies, 2nd Edition. After all, your computer will be one of the most important (and expensive) purchases you'll make (after your house and car, of course). So don't leave it to chance that you end up with a computer that doesn't fit your needs.

Find out where to shop and what to look for Handheld? Flat-screen iMac®? Pentium® 4 with warp speed processing? Here’s how to chooseThose computer megastores can be intimidating, so take five – five easy steps toward finding the computer that does what you want it to! Veteran For Dummies author Dan Gookin supplies checklists, questions, and answers that help you discover what you need, what you want, where to find it, and how to buy it.The Dummies WayExplanations in plain English"Get in, get out" informationIcons and other navigational aidsTear-out cheat sheetTop ten listsA dash of humor and fun

With a generous dash of humor and fun, bestselling author Dan Gookin shows people how to select the right machine and tackle typical laptop challengesLaptop sales recently surpassed those of desktop machines-a trend that seems likely to continueA must for laptop newbies as well as road warriors who need to get the most out of their machinesCovers synchronizing with the desktop, accessing the desktop remotely, coordinating e-mail pickup between two machines, wireless networking, managing power, and securing a laptop

The latest edition of the bestselling guide to getting started with a laptopNo one knows computers like veteran author Dan Gookin. With this new edition of his bestseller, he shares his wealth of knowledge and once again finesses even the most complex of topics and presents it in such a way that makes it simple, entertaining, and easy to understand.You'll explore the latest hardware and technology updates and delve into the most updated information on Windows 7. You'll review the many issues that are unique to laptops, including synchronizing with the desktop, coordinating e-mail between two machines, working on the road, and more.Beloved and popular author Dan Gookin returns with a new edition that makes understanding laptops simpler than you ever thought possibleShares the latest information concerning laptops: new technology, current processors available, and steps to update memory and hard drive capabilitiesIncludes coverage of connectivity between a laptop and desktop, interfaces between laptops, add-ons, networking procedures, and moreReviews the perks of newer laptops, including larger displays, longer battery power, and speeds equal to desktops to name a fewExamines the benefits of mobility for students, employees, and anyone who needs to work on the goThis fun and friendly guide will get you up and running with your laptop in no time!

Laptops For Dummies, 3rd Edition shows you how to use your laptop to its fullest potential, from how to purchase a laptop and what to do when you first open the box to how to keep your laptop safe and running smoothly. You will discover how to choose and purchase the right laptop for you, how to set up and maintain your laptop, customize user accounts, adding your laptop to networks, printing, and connecting to the Internet. In this updated and revised edition, find information about synchronizing with the desktop, coordinating email pickup between two machines, remote access to the desktop, networking, power management, storage, and especially laptop security. You’ll find out how to:Navigate all your laptop’s componentsUse keyboard shortcuts and a mouseOrganize and manage files and accountsPrint files and add your laptop to a networkProperly equip your laptop carrying case with tools and resourcesManage the power supplyAdd software tools to synchronize and update files between a laptop, a PDA, and a desktop or office serverIn addition to the basics, find lists of ten battery tips and tricks, ten handy laptop accessories, and ten things you should keep in your laptop carrying case in Laptops for Dummies, 3rd Edition, a convenient and handy guide!

Dan Gookin, author of DOS For Dummies and PCs For Dummies, is an unparalleled expert at helping beginners understand and use computers. He brings that expertise, with the help of co-author, wife, and Parenting For Dummies author Sandy Gookin, to PCs For Dummies Quick Reference. This new edition to the ...For Dummies Quick Reference series is an ideal reference for any beginning PC user who needs immediate answers to computing questions at their fingertips. The lay-flat book offers help in setting up a PC, using the basic Windows applications, and getting on the Internet. The book also helps users who want to improve their PC with upgrades or new hardware.

With nearly 800 pages of info covering all the essentials of PC ownership and operation, PCs For Dummies All In One Desk Reference is the ideal one-stop reference for all you need to know about PC computing. You get nine books in one volume covering all of these topics: * PC Basics * Microsoft Windows 98/Me * The Internet * Microsoft Works 6 * Microsoft Office 2000 * America Online * Digital Photography * Upgrading and Fixing a PC * Home Networking

If the fact that PCs are everywhere still hasn’t made you feel warm and fuzzy when you use one, you’re not alone. They may be transforming how we all live, work, get our cars repaired, and balance checkbooks, but they’re not exactly intuitive. Now you can take charge of these useful but perplexing creatures, and turn them into the productive citizens you know they can be. What’s exactly is a motherboard? Is virtual memory real memory? Once you learn the fundamentals, it’s gets much less complicated. So jump right into this all-new 10th Edition of the bestselling PCs For Dummies, and you’ll quickly start getting the basics in plain English. Far and away the most popular and bestselling reference for beginning PC users, this friendly guide will explain how to:Understand how a computer works, including the basics of I/O, processing, software, and storageUnpack it, set it up, and plug in all the gizmosKick around on the desktop and fire up the printerOpen up the console and poke around the insidesMind your monitor, mouse, modem, memory, and moreAnd that’s just the first half. In his cheerful and irreverent style, bestselling author Dan Gookin builds on the basics and really revs things up. You’ll learn how to network computers, map drives, set up a firewall, and tackle the trendy stuff like wireless networking, playing games, burning CDs, and searching the Web. Along the way, you’ll quickly appreciate why there’s been nine previous bestselling editions of this book. It’s funny, fun, and practical! Keep PCs for Dummies on hand and you’ll learn:Ten common beginner’s mistakesTen tips from a PC guruStep-by-step instructions on managing informationUp-to-date guidance on connecting to and using the InternetUpdates on the latest in hardware and softwareTen things worth buying for your PCBeginners or seasoned users, show your PC who’s boss with PCs for Dummies 10th Edition. It’s the fun and easy way® to get started!

Get the latest edition of the bestselling PC book on the planet!What better way to make friends with your new PC than with this new edition of the bestselling PC book in the world? PCs For Dummies, Windows 7 Edition explains the latest Windows operating system in a refreshingly jargon-free way that's loaded with good humor and great help.Discover how to make your PC safe for your kids, get in touch with your digital life, use flash drives, learn about green computing, and much more.Dan Gookin, author of the original DOS For Dummies, helped launch the worldwide popularity of the series; his books have been translated in 32 languages and have more than 12 million copies in printThis guide gets you up to speed on the latest PC hardware and software and covers all the innovations and changes in Windows 7, all without the boring jargonCovers making your PC safe for kids, organizing your digital life, green computing, storage on memory cards and flash drives, online photo sharing, and much moreMake your life easier the Dummies way with PCs For Dummies, Windows 7 Edition.