Windows 95 is Microsoft's replacement for Windows 3.1. It is their strategic vision for the future: it unleashes the true power of your PC; it makes using computers easy for everyone, and it sets the standard for desktop computing in the office or home. As a new user of Windows 95 you will either be meeting the system for the first time as a first time computer user, or you will have had previous experience of either Windows 3.1 and/or MS-DOS. Newnes Winows 95 Pocket Book has been prepared with both classes of user in mind, and experienced users can pick and choose sections within the book that explain the differences between Windows 3.1 and Windows 95. This book also gives you a useful and time saving - "How to" Actions list. See how commonly needed actions in Windows 95 are carried out in the simplest way or by the simplest menu path.

Preface; Introduction; The internet; Microcomputer fundamentals; System architecture and construction; The PC expansion buses; Semiconductor memory; Printers and the printer interface; The serial communication ports; Replaceable disk drives; Hard disk drives; Displays; Viruses; Troubleshooting Windows error messages; Troubleshooting Windows registry; Appendices; IndexIntroduction -- The Internet -- Microcomputer fundamentals -- System architecture and construction -- The PC expansion buses -- Semiconductor memory -- Printers and the printer interface -- The serial communication ports -- Replaceable disk drives -- Hard disk drives -- Displays -- Viruses -- Troubleshooting Windows error messages -- Troubleshooting Windows registry.

Windows NT is especially suited for users that have come from UNIX backgrounds and expect levels of security, stability and functionality which neither Windows 3.1 or Windows 95 can offer. For environments where connectivity, security and stability are essential, Windows NT provides an ideal solution. The Windows NT version 4 pocket book is a concise reference source for users of the latest version of the Windows NT operating system. With its Windows95 shell, version 4 is a complete update of Windows NT with new commands and accessories and updates for all of the existing facilities. To help both new and old users' transition to this new environment,it provides both explanations and screenshots to guide and inform. Based on the Newnes Windows NT Pocket Book, it has been completely revised for the introduction of version 4 with all new screen shots and fully updated text. It follows the same format of combining simple explanations with screen shots of windows and dialogue boxes for the various key parts of the system such as the Control Panels, Administrative tools, installation and user interface. The most frequently performed tasks such as disk formatting, setting up printers and networks and so on are explained both for Windows NT version 4 and version 3.x to provide a comprehensive guide. portability true multitasking multi-threading

Newnes Building Services Pocket Book is a unique compendium of essential data, techniques and procedures, best practice, and underpinning knowledge. This makes it an essential tool for engineers involved in the design and day-to-day running of mechanical services in buildings, and a valuable reference for managers, students and engineers in related fields. This pocket reference gives the reader access to the knowledge and knowhow of the team of professional engineers who wrote the sixteen chapters that cover all aspects of mechanical building services. Topic coverage includes heating systems, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, fans, ductwork, pipework and plumbing, drainage, and fire protection. The result is a comprehensive guide covering the selection of HVAC systems, and the design process from initial drafts through to implementation. The second edition builds on the success of this popular guide with references to UK and EU legislation fully updated throughout, and coverage fully in line with the latest CIBSE guides.

This latest edition of the Newnes Data Communications Pocket Book has been substantially updated to keep abreast with the rapid pace of developments in data communications technology. New topics have been introduced - data compression, the Internet and World-Wide Web, HyperText Mark-up Language - existing material has been updated and expanded. Despite the complexity of subject, this wealth of information is presented succinctly and in such a way, using tables, diagrams and brief explanatory text, as to allow the user to locate information quickly and easily. Thus the book should be invaluable to those involved with the installation, commissioning and maintenance of data communications equipment, as well as the end user. Mike Tooley is the well known author of many books including the Newnes Computer Engineer's Pocket Book, now in its fourth edition.

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