
Most computer users think that fiddling with the insides of their PC
is taboo. They fear that by removing the screws that hold the case on,
they're crossing into forbidden territory. And even for those who know
they can open the box and fix or upgrade their PC, analysis paralysis
often stops them in their tracks: Which upgrades offer the best bang for the buck? How do you
pinpoint the faulty component that's making your system freeze? What
about compatibility issues?Get ready to get unstuck and get your PC running fast and running right.
Repairing and Upgrading Your PC
delivers start-to-finish instructions, simple enough for even the most
inexperienced PC owner, for troubleshooting, repairing, and upgrading
your computer. Written by hardware experts Robert Bruce Thompson and
Barbara Fritchman Thompson, this book covers it all: how to
troubleshoot a troublesome PC, how to identify which components make
sense for an upgrade, and how to tear it all down and put it back
together.