• Title Build Your Own PC - An Illustrated Step by Step Guide to Building a Computer
• Author(s) Morris Rosenthal
• Publisher: The McGraw-Hill Companies, 1st Edition (12/29/1998); 4th Edtion (10/2004); eBook (2011)
• Paperback: 200 pages
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• Language: English
• ISBN-10/ASIN: 0071346287/B00007FYE7 (4th Edition: 0072255595)
• ISBN-13: 9780072255591
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Book Description

Now you can build a computer from start to finish as easily as following a recipe with this highly visual and instructive guide. PC expert Morris Rosenthal walks you through every step of the process - from purchasing parts to installing operating systems and add-ons -- in clear, easy-to-understand language.

You'll learn to assemble both tower and desktop PCs, know how much to spend on parts to get desired performance, troubleshoot common problems, and much more. Whether you're a first-time builder or a seasoned professional, this step-by-step photo-filled guide is the only book you'll need.

• Morris Rosenthal is the founder and moderator of the Yahoo! Computer Business group for independent computer business owners with over 4,500 members. Morris holds a B.S. degree in Computer Engineering and an M.S. degree in electrical engineering.

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