Basic Computer/Technology Resources

Building Your Own Computer Made Easy by James Bernstein **UPDATED FOR 2024** Everyone has to get a new computer at some time or another so why not get the computer you always wanted? Sure, you can buy a nice computer off of the store shelf but you never really get exactly what you want that way. When you build your own computer, you are in charge of what components are going to be used so you know that it will perform the way you want it to. The goal of this book is to help you choose the parts (components) for your new computer so you can end up with a computer that does what you want it to do. Then you will be taken through the build process with step by step instructions and illustrations making it easy to get your new computer up and running in no time. Finally, you will be guided through the process of installing an operating system on your computer so you can start enjoying your work.

C# and C++: the #1 coding course from beginner to advanced by Mark Reed Are you a beginner struggling to get started with coding? Overwhelmed by learning new programming languages? Need a reliable resource to bridge the gap from beginner to advanced coding skills? If yes, then, keep reading. In C# & C++: 5 Books in 1 - 5 Books in 1 - The #1 Coding Course from Beginner to Advanced (2025), you won't just learn C# and C++; you'll master them. This comprehensive guide is tailored for both beginners and experienced programmers, offering a bootcamp-style approach that simplifies learning with practical examples, hands-on exercises, and real-world applications.

ChatGPT for Dummies by Pam Baker ChatGPT For Dummies demystifies the artificial intelligence tool that can answer questions, write essays, and generate just about any kind of text it's asked for. This powerful example of generative AI is widely predicted to upend education and business. In this book, you'll learn how ChatGPT works and how you can operate it in a way that yields satisfactory results. You'll also explore the ethics of using AI-generated content for various purposes.

Computers Made Easy by James Bernstein UPDATED FOR 2025 WITH NEW CONTENT AND WINDOWS 11 24H2 FEATURES A Foundation in Computers & Software That's Easy to Understand. Computers Made Easy is designed to take your overall computer skills from a beginner to the next level, and beyond. This book will give you a top-level understanding of how to use your PC without a needing a background in computers. This easy to use, step by step guide will help you navigate your way to becoming proficient with computers, operating systems (Windows 10 & 11), hardware and software.

Excel 2010 for Dummies by Greg Harvey The bestselling Excel book on the market, updated for Excel 2010. As the world's leading spreadsheet application, Excel has a huge user base. The release of Office 2010 brings major changes to Excel, so Excel For Dummies comes to the rescue once more! In the friendly and non-threatening For Dummies style, this popular guide shows beginners how to get up and running with Excel and helps more experienced users get comfortable with new features.

Google Classroom Made Easy by James Bernstein The goal of this book is to get you up and running with Google Classroom and cover all the things you need to know to get your online classes setup so you can start assigning your students work and then test and grade them on it. It also covers how to use Classroom as a student and how their interface functions compared to their teacher's. It sticks with the basics yet covers all aspects of the application to help you accomplish your goals without needing to be a computer genius.

How Does Cloud Computing Work? by Leon Gray Social networks are part of daily life, but there seems to be no end to the number of comments and pictures one can post. Internet e-mail providers, such as Gmail and Hotmail, are similarly common and seem to have infinite storage space. Cloud computing is part of the reason. Readers will learn the history of the Internet and computer servers leading to the modern technology of the cloud. Colorful photographs accompany clear explanations of many important tech terms and ideas, including IP addresses, ISPs, and more.

How Linux Works, 3rd Edition by Brian Ward In this third edition of the bestselling How Linux Works, author Brian Ward peels back the layers of this well-loved operating system to make Linux internals accessible. Readers learn how Linux boots, how the kernel manages devices and device drivers, and how processes, networking, interfaces, firewalls, and servers work. They also learn how Linux-based development tools work, how to use shared libraries, and how to write effective shell scripts. This edition has been thoroughly updated and expanded with added coverage of Logical Volume Manager (LVM), virtualization, and containers.

HTML / CSS QuickStart Guide by David Durocher Master HTML and CSS fundamentals to create beautiful websites. The best book on the market for modern web design fundamentals. Every one of the over 4 billion webpages online today use HTML markup language to display its content. HTML is everywhere. Experienced developers know that a mastery of HTML and CSS fundamentals is not only an essential web design skill, but also the solid foundation of a robust coding skillset. In HTML & CSS QuickStart Guide author, instructor, and 10+ year Fortune 500 tech company veteran David DuRocher breaks down HTML5 and CSS3 fundamentals manageable, practical, and engaging segments designed for first-time developers. David's unique and engaging approach to teaching HTML and CSS principles means that readers are ready to start designing from the very first chapter without enduring an avalanche of boring jargon or dry technobabble.

HTML for Dummies by Ed Tittel The conflict between Palestinians and Israelis has heightened since 2001, even as any perceived threat to Israel from Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, or even Syria, has declined. Israel, according to Chaim Herzog, Israel "s sixth President, had been Sborn in battle and would be Sobliged to live by the sword. Yet, the Israeli government "s conquest and occupation of the West Bank and Gaza brought about a very difficult challenge, although resistance on a mass basis was only taken upyears later in the First Intifadha. Israel could not tolerate Palestinian Arabs " resistance of their authority on the legal basis of denial of self-determination,2 and eventually preferred to grant some measures of self-determination while continuing to consolidate control of the Occupied Territories, the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and Gaza. However, a comprehensive peace, shimmering in the distance, has eluded all. Inter-Israeli and inter-Palestinian divisions deepenedas peace danced closer before retreating. Israel "s stance towards the democratically elected Palestinian government headed by HAMAS in 2006, and towards Palestinian national coherence ”legal, territorial, political, and economic ”has been a major obstacle to substantive peacemaking. The reasons for recalcitrant Israeli and HAMAS stances illustrate both continuities and changes in the dynamics of conflict since the Oslo period (roughly 1994 to the al-Aqsa Intifadha of 2000). Now, more than ever, a long-term truce and negotiations are necessary. These could lead in stages to that mirage-like peace, and a new type of security regime. The rise in popularity and strength of the HAMAS (Harakat al-Muqawama al-Islamiyya, or Movement of the Islamic Resistance) Organization and its interaction with Israel is important to an understanding of Israel "s SArab policies and its approach to counterterrorism and counterinsurgency. The crisis brought about by the electoral success of HAMAS in 2006 also challenged Western powers " commitment to democratic change in the Middle East because Palestinians had supported the organization in the polls. Thus, the viability of a twostate solution rested on an Israeli acknowledgement of the Islamist movement, HAMAS, and on Fatah "s ceding power to it. Shifts in Israel "s stated national security objectives (and dissent over them) reveal HAMAS " placement at the nexus of Israel "s domestic, Israeli-Palestinian, and regional objectives. Israel has treated certain enemies differently than others: Iran, Hizbullah, and Islamist Palestinians (whether HAMAS, supporters of Islamic Jihad, or the Islamic Movement inside Israel) all fall into a particular rubric in which Islamism ”the most salient and enduring socio religious movement in the Middle East in the wake of Arab nationalism ”is identified with terrorism and insurgency rather than with group politics and identity. The antipathy to religious fervor was somewhat ironic in light of Israel "s own expanding Sreligious (haredim) groups.

The Internet Made Easy by James Bernstein . The goal of this book is to get you up and running on the Internet if its new to you or if you feel you need some help figuring out the best and safest ways to navigate all there is to see online. Even if you have been a web user for a while there is still plenty of useful information in this book to take your browsing skills to the next level such as how to get the most out of your web browser, perform custom searches to fine tune your search results and ways to keep your computer or mobile device safe while online.

Networking Made Easy by James Bernstein **Updated for 2024 with new content** Networking Made Easy is designed to take your overall networking skills from a beginner to the next level. Get a top-level understanding without a complex education. This easy to use guide will help you navigate your way to becoming proficient with network fundamentals and technology.

Office 365 All-In-One for Dummies by Peter Weverka; Matt Wade Microsoft Office 365 contains straightforward tools for virtually every office task you could possibly think of and learning how to use this powerful software is much easier than you might expect! With the latest edition of Office 365 All-in-One For Dummies, you'll get a grip on some of the most popular and effective office software on the planet, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Publisher, and Teams. This expanded handbook walks you through the ins and outs of reviewing and composing documents with Word, hosting and joining meetings with Teams, crunching numbers with Excel, and answering emails with Outlook. And it's ideal for anyone who's brand new to Office and those who just need a quick refresher on the latest useful updates from Microsoft.

OneNote Made Easy by James Bernstein Keeping organized is very important to many people, especially when it comes to your job or to your finances. One would think that owning a computer would be all you need to keep your affairs in order but many times that is not the case. Just owning a computer doesn't make you an organized person! OneNote was released as a standalone product in 2003 and then made part of the Microsoft Office suite in 2007. But if you are not an Office user, you can still use OneNote because there is a OneNote for Windows 10 version that is free to use and comes included with Windows. This Windows 10 free version is also available for Windows 11 users but is still called OneNote for Windows 10. It doesn't have quite the same functionality and features as the Office version but is still powerful enough to get the job done for most people. In this book, I will be discussing tasks such as creating and sharing notebooks, linking your Microsoft account to OneNote, using the Ribbon toolbar items, formatting, printing and exporting your notebooks, OneDrive and more. I will be taking a step by step approach while including screenshots at the same time to make the content easy to follow.

VMware Workstation Made Easy by James Bernstein Information Technology has come a long way in the past 10 years and one of the greatest advancements in this field has to be that of virtualizing computers and servers in order to save IT administrators a lot of time and their companies a lot of money when it comes to building their backend systems and now we can even go beyond virtualizing computers and virtualize our networks as well. Because virtualization allows us to run multiple computers (virtual machines) on one piece of hardware it makes it's easy to set up multiple systems quickly and also allows a way for us to set up "test" systems that we can use for our labs to test out new software and operating systems. Then when we are done, we simply wipe out that test system and it was like it was never there. Since virtualization is so common within organizations, it was just a matter of time before it was implemented on a smaller scale so we could use it on our desktops. Now we have software like VMware Workstation Pro which allows us to create multiple virtual machines within one physical machine (your desktop computer) and even let them communicate with each other via their virtual networks. The goal of this book is to get you up and running with VMware Workstation and cover all the things you need to know to get you started on creating virtual machines and a virtualized environment without confusing you at the same time. It sticks with the basics yet covers a wide variety of topics to help you achieve your goals and get your VMs up and running in no time. This book has some advanced topics but is not a super high-level book on VMware Workstation.

Access 2019 for Dummies by Laurie A. Ulrich; Ken Cook People who really know how to build, populate, and simplify databases are few and far between. Access 2019 For Dummies is here to help you join the ranks of office heroes who possess these precious skills. This book offers clear and simple advice on how to build and operate databases as well as create simple forms, import data from outside sources, query databases for information, and share knowledge in reports. In short, it's the book that holds all the secrets behind the mysteries of Access! Build effective databases from the ground up Simplify your data entry with forms and tables Write queries that produce answers to your data questions Simplify input with forms There's no time like the present to get your hands on the insight that database beginners need to become Access gurus.

Bluetooth Essentials for Programmers by Albert S. Huang; Larry Rudolph This book provides an introduction to Bluetooth programming, with a specific focus on developing real code. The authors discuss the major concepts and techniques involved in Bluetooth programming, with special emphasis on how they relate to other networking technologies. They provide specific descriptions and examples for creating applications in a number of programming languages and environments including Python, C, Java, GNU/Linux, Windows XP, Symbian Series 60, and Mac OS X. No previous experience with Bluetooth is assumed, and the material is suitable for anyone with some programming background. The authors place special emphasis on the essential concepts and techniques of Bluetooth programming, starting simply and allowing the reader to quickly master the basic concepts before addressing advanced features.

Excel 2019 All-In-One for Dummies by Greg Harvey From basic Excel functions, such as creating and editing worksheets, to sharing and reviewing worksheets, to editing macros with Visual Basic, this book provides you with a broad scope of the most common Excel applications and functions--including formatting worksheets, setting up formulas, protecting worksheets, importing data, charting data, and performing statistical functions. The book covers importing data, building and editing worksheets, creating formulas, generating pivot tables, and performing financial functions, what-if scenarios, database functions, and Web queries. More advanced topics include worksheet sharing and auditing, performing error trapping, building and running macros, charting data, and using Excel in conjunction with Microsoft Power BI (Business Intelligence) to analyze, model, and visualize vast quantities of data from a variety of local and online sources.

Hacking for Dummies by Kevin Beaver Learn to hack your own system to protect against malicious attacks from outside. Is hacking something left up to the bad guys? Certainly not! Hacking for Dummies, 5th Edition is a fully updated resource that guides you in hacking your system to better protect your network against malicious attacks. This revised text helps you recognize any vulnerabilities that are lurking in your system, allowing you to fix them before someone else finds them. Penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, security best practices, and other aspects of ethical hacking are covered in this book, including Windows 10 hacks, Linux hacks, web application hacks, database hacks, VoIP hacks, and mobile computing hacks. Additionally, you have access to free testing tools and an appendix detailing valuable tools and resources.

How to Do Everything Mac by Dwight Spivey How to Do Everything: Mac shows you how to set up and customize your Mac and use all of the built-in tools and applications, such as iTunes, Mail, Safari, and the iLife and iWork suites. The revolutionary new features available in Mac OS X Leopard are also covered, such as Quick Look, Time Machine, and Spaces. Plus, you'll get details on hardware and peripherals, networking, troubleshooting, and maintenance. This is your must-have Mac guide Manage files, folders, and applications with the Finder Connect to the Internet and explore with Safari Use iWork for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations Edit, organize, and share your pictures with iPhoto Master iTunes and iMovie for music, video, and movies Tweak the System Preferences Synchronize your Mac with your iPod, PDA, or cell phone Set up a wired or wireless network Dual-boot between Mac OS X and Windows Add external devices via USB and FireWire Troubleshoot, maintain, and back up your Mac.

Macs for Dummies by Edward C. Baig Take a bite out of all your Mac has to offer with this bestselling guide So, you joined the cool kids club and bought a Mac. Kudos! Now, do you dare admit to your sophisticated Mac mates that you still need some help figuring out how it works? No worries, Macs For Dummies is here to help! In full color for the first time ever, the latest edition of this long-running bestseller takes the guesswork out of working with your new Mac, providing easy-to-follow, plain-English answers to every possible question in the book! Whether you're trying to figure out the basics of getting around the OS X interface, learning the ins and outs of turning your Mac into a sleek productivity tool, or anything in between, Mac For Dummies makes it fast and easy to navigate your way around your new Apple computer. You'll get the know-how to rocket into cyberspace, browse the Web, send messages, back up files to the Cloud, deal with security issues, get productive with leading Mac apps, and have fun with one-stop shopping for music, movies, and media. Navigate OS X El Capitan with confidence and ease Use your Mac to power your audio and video systems Add your Mac to your home network Troubleshoot common problems when your Mac starts misbehaving Fully updated to cover the latest hardware and software releases, Macs For Dummies offers everything you need to get your geek on--and make your Mac your minion.

PCs for Dummies by Dan Gookin Focusing on the needs of the beginning computer user, while also targeting those who are familiar with PCs, but need to get up to speed on the latest version of Windows. This hands-on guide takes the dread out of working with a personal computer. Leaving painful jargon and confusing terminology behind, it covers Windows 10 OS, connecting to and using services and data in the cloud, and so much more. Written by Dan Gookin, the original For Dummies author, it tells you how to make a PC purchase, what to look for in a new PC, how to work with the latest operating system, ways to protect your files, what you can do online, media management tips, and even basic topics you're probably too shy to ask a friend about. Determine what you need in a PC and how to set it up Configure your PC, hook up a printer, and connect to the Internet Find your way around Windows 10 OS with ease and confidence Play movies and music, view photos, and explore social media If you're a first-time PC user at home or at work or just need to brush up on the latest technological advancements, the new edition of this bestselling guide gets you up and running fast.

PowerPoint 2019 by Doug Lowe PowerPoint continues to be the go-to tool for business presentations. The software helps anyone who needs to communicate clearly by creating powerful and effective slideshow presentations featuring data in the form of charts, clip art, sound, and video. You can even use it to create presentations for the Web. In PowerPoint 2019 For Dummies, expert Doug Lowe shows you how to use this popular tool to make show-stopping presentations that will get your message across -- and your audience excited. Create a slide presentation with special effects Work with master slides and templates Collaborate with other users in the cloud Add charts, clip art, sound, and video Want to learn to use PowerPoint quickly and efficiently? Look no further!