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Choosing the PDA that's right for you.(Technology Central)(Personal Digital Assistant)(Buyers Guide): An article from: Detroiter

Hans Erickson

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This digital document is an article from Detroiter, published by Detroit Regional Chamber on September 1, 2003. The length of the article is 740 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Choosing the PDA that's right for you.(Technology Central)(Personal Digital Assistant)(Buyers Guide)
Author: Hans Erickson
Publication: Detroiter (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 1, 2003
Publisher: Detroit Regional Chamber
Volume: 25 Issue: 9 Page: 22(1)

Article Type: Buyers Guide

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WebTV for Dummies Quick Reference

Renee Gentry

Amazon Price: $11.69 List Price: $12.99 Usually ships in 24 hours By: For Dummies Amazon Marketplace: 34 new & used starting at $1.18

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Total reviews: 4 Average rating: 3.0 of 5

WebTV Made Quick and Easy 5 out of 5 stars.
31 of 36 people found this review helpful.

As a WebTV employee, Renee knew precisely what WebTV subscribers need to know to "get-up-to-speed" with WebTV. Renee explains the many functions of WebTV in clear, precise detail. Her "Quick Reference" will become your first source for WebTV information.

web tv for dummies 1 out of 5 stars.
24 of 28 people found this review helpful.

I thought that this book was not very useful to me and i am a new owner of the web tv. almost everthing that is in the book is already been written by web tv for you. (how to use e mail, search, what lol means) come on now we are really not that dumb. save your self some money and get a diffrent book

Not smart enough to be a dummy. 1 out of 5 stars.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

While Gentry's book has useful information it lacks some very basic information which is essential for the new user of WebTV. How about pictures of a keyboard and a remote indicating the function of all keys other than letters. For instance, wouldn't it be nice were there a discussion of the "option" button and what appears on the screen when the button is depressed.

Editorial Review:

This one-stop guide offers easy-to-understand tips and shortcuts for installing and enjoying the fast-growing Internet system that allows people to surf the Web on their television screen. The book provides concise answers and information on the latest Web TV technology as well as advice on browsing, search engines, e-mail, WebPIP, TV Crossover Links, and much more.

How to Buy a Computer, or Upgrade What You Have

Myles White

List Price: $14.95 By: McClelland & Stewart Amazon Marketplace: 21 new & used starting at $0.01

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A complete guide to purchasing or upgrading a personal computer shares a wide range of shopping tips, explaining how to wade through retail ads and select the best central processor, monitor, motherboard, drives, and peripherals. Original.

Storage Solutions: A Buyer's Guide

Michael Karp, Anne Skamarock

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Want to know which storage vendors to look at? 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Useful! "Vendor briefs" provides a centralized set of information about lots of storage vendors - "Weaknesses" section in description of each vendor may not make them many friends among the vendors though. Set of buying "rules of the road" particularly helpful.

Editorial Review:

Storage Solutions: A Buyer's Guide, is a powerful resource for anyone wanting expert advice on how and what to buy when it comes to storage and storage tools and other assets. This book also provides valuable decision support information for enterprise and service provider IT departments tasked with selecting and implementing the optimal storage solution. Storage Solutions: A Buyer's Guide is a powerful resource and a must-have for IT professionals. Readers will get: A comprehensive listing of storage vendors and their solutions. An easy-to-use storage purchasing tutorial for prospective buyers of storage solutions. Insight into the requirements for standard enterprise storage installations. Tips for calculating return on investment for storage solutions. Sample step-by-step process for selecting the right storage solution.

Apache Server Unleashed

Richard Bowen, Matthew Marlowe, Ken Coar

List Price: $49.99 By: Sams Amazon Marketplace: 20 new & used starting at $0.81

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Total reviews: 8 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

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The Apache Web server is one of the most fascinating success stories in the Internet software business. This open-source product has arguably become the most used Web server on the Net. Apache Server Unleashed offers traditional documentation of this unconventional product.

A key aspect of Apache is its modularity. Webmasters are free to custom-build Apache installations that precisely fit their needs by compiling only the software modules they want. The authors do a good job of exploring these possibilities but still manage to present the material in an organized, topical manner. They take a little time along the way to delve into some key related technologies such as Common Gateway Interface (CGI), cookies, Perl, and Personal Home Page (PHP)--a very popular server-side scripting language frequently used to add the smarts to Apache applications.

The chapters are all rather bite-size, making this book easy to digest for those with scattered chunks of reading time. To get the most from Apache, a solid understanding of C programming is a must. Even so, this book offers much for the nonprogrammer interested in learning about Apache. Included is a CD-ROM containing the source code for the Apache 1.3.9 release, as well as several third-party utilities like Comanche--a key administration tool. If you have experience with commercial Web servers and are curious what all the fuss is about with Apache, this title offers a well-rounded look at the hottest Web server around. --Stephen W. Plain

Topics covered: Installation, server configuration files, configuration with Comanche, MIME types, proxy and cache server use, CGI programming, server-side includes, cookie implementation, security and auditing, authentication, logging, Apache modules, Perl module, PHP module, and Apache API.

PC Hardware: A Beginner's Guide

Ron Gilster

List Price: $29.99 By: Osborne/McGraw-Hill Amazon Marketplace: 34 new & used starting at $0.62

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Total reviews: 2 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Not just for beginners... 5 out of 5 stars.
9 of 9 people found this review helpful.

I do not consider myself a beginner to PCs, but I still found this to be a great book. The chapter on printers, a very under represented technology in books, makes it worth the price. It is really easy to read, but not so easy as to be talking down to you. This would be a good book to read if you are interested in how that box on your desk works or if, for once, you'd like to know what that techie at work is talking about. Good read!

All the details, but in plain language 5 out of 5 stars.
7 of 7 people found this review helpful.

I am a newbie to computers, but I want to learn how they work. This book explains the details of how a PC works and much of what I should do when it doesn't. Mr. Gilster explains things in a no-nonsense, clear way that doesn't try to blow me away with all of the technical jargon. He obviously knows his stuff and how to explain it to someone like me. Great book for anyone who wants to move past the newbie level!

Editorial Review:

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.

Office 2000: A Comprehensive Approach, Teacher's Edition

Deborah Hinkle

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The Consumer's Guide to Wireless Security: How to Purchase the Best Security System for Your Home

Joseph Moses, Lou Sepulveda

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Wireless security: misleading title ? 3 out of 5 stars.
3 of 7 people found this review helpful.

When I purchased this book, I thought that it would contain some information on wireless security such as GSM, CDMA, etc. but this book only talks about another sense of wireless which is applicable to other appliances. The contents of the book give a good introductory material which might be needed before a customer decides how to secure their valueable things.

Editorial Review:

If you're considering buying or installing a home security system, this information-packed guide offers essential advice that will help you make informed buying decisions and ensure you get a foolproof system that meets your needs now and for years to come. A unique buyer's guide gives you a step-by-step method for deciding how much security you need, then finding a reputable dealer and effective central monitoring station. Complete details are provided on installing, testing, and troubleshooting wireless alarm systems, as well as preventing costly false alarms. astation

The Complete Guide to Buying U.S. Treasury Bills, Notes & Bonds from the Federal Reserve

Milton Kahn

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Gender bias in computer software programs: a checklist for teachers.(Buyers Guide): An article from: Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual

Ambika Bhargava

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This digital document is an article from Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual, published by Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE) on January 1, 2002. The length of the article is 4842 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Gender bias in computer software programs: a checklist for teachers.(Buyers Guide)
Author: Ambika Bhargava
Publication: Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual (Refereed)
Date: January 1, 2002
Publisher: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)
Page: 205(14)

Article Type: Buyers Guide

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