Using PCs

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Table of Contents:

Introduction

Part I - Personal Computer Basics

Chapter 1 - Defining your PC
Chapter 2 - How Computers Work: Hardware
Chapter 3 - Setting Up Your PC

Part II - Using your PC

Chapter 4 - Starting, Stopping, and Using Your PC
Chapter 5 - Starting Programs and Working with Windows
Chapter 6 - Working with Applications

Part III - Disks, Drives, Files, and Folders

Chapter 7 - Preparing Disks for Use
Chapter 8 - Managing Your Files
Chapter 9 - Making Backup Copies of Your Files
Chapter 10 - Working with Networks

Part IV - Computer Peripherals

Chapter 11 - Monitors
Chapter 12 - Keyboards
Chapter 13 - Mice and Joysticks
Chapter 14 - Printers
Chapter 15 - Modems and Faxes
Chapter 16 - Speakers and Sounds
Chapter 17 - Scanners

Part V - Connecting to the Internet

Chapter 18 - What Is the Internet?
Chapter 19 - Establishing an Internet Connection
Chapter 20 - Using Your WWW Browser
Chapter 21 - Sending and Receiving E-mail
Chapter 22 - Sending and Receiving Files with FTP
Chapter 23 - Other Internet Options

Part VI - Problem Solving

Chapter 24 - Getting Help with Software
Chapter 25 - Getting Help with Hardware
Chapter 26 - Upgrading Your Software
Chapter 27 - Upgrading Your Hardware

Part VII - Reference Information

Chapter 28 - Glossary of Common Terms and Phrases
Chapter 29 - Computer Company Listing
Chapter 30 - Top Internet Sites
Chapter 31 - Suggested Reading

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