Linux In Easy Steps by Mike McGrath. Published 2006 by Computer Step. Paperback. 240 pages. $9.95.
Linux In Easy Steps is an introduction to the world of Linux in simple English and full color illustrations. It covers installation, configuration, file structure, working online, using the shell, networking and working with sound and video in simple language designed for the newbie.
Upgrading and Repairing Laptops by Scott Mueller. Published annually by Que Publishing, Inc. Hardcover. Over 800 pages. $49.99.
Scott Mueller, one of the most renowned experts in the industry, covers laptops from A to Z in this comprehensive publication that is used by computer professionals worldwide. He has taught thousands of computer technicians and sold over 2 million copies of his books. Upgrading and Repairing Laptops is the definitive guide that has earned its place on workbenches everywhere.
Upgrading and Repairing PCs by Scott Mueller. Published annually by Que Publishing, Inc. Hardcover. Over 1500 pages. $59.99.
Scott Mueller, one of the most renowned experts in the industry, covers computers from A to Z in this comprehensive publication that is used by computer professionals worldwide. He has taught thousands of computer technicians and sold over 2 million copies of his books. Upgrading and Repairing PCs is the definitive guide that has earned its place on workbenches everywhere.
Small Business Kit For Dummies by Richard D. Harroch. Published 1998 by IDG Books Worldwide. ISBN: 0764550934 Paperback. 369 pages. $29..99.
Written by an attorney, Small Business Kit For Dummies covers the business and legal aspects of starting and running a small business, from choosing the type of business entity to writing press releases. The book includes a CD with over 250 sample forms, legal agreements and company guidelines.
Direct From Dell. Strategies That Revolutionized an Industry by Michael Dell. Published 1999 by HarperCollins Publishers Inc. SBN: 9780060845728; ISBN10: 0060845724. Paperback Pages: 272 $15.95. Audiobook Abridged 3 Hours read by Michael Dell. $18.00.
Michael Dell, Chairman and CEO, Dell Corporation, tells the story of his rise to success from a freshman college student building computers in his dorm room to a multibillion dollar OEM. He discusses the strategies that made his business successful and outlines his philosophies on how to build a business from the bottom up. A must read for every entrepreneur.
Michael Phillips, product director of broadband comparison site BroadbandChoices.co.uk, comments on a recent statement issued by a House of Lords select committee, following calls for Internet Service Providers to take more responsibility when it comes to Internet safety.
(PRWEB) September 1, 2007 — Michael Phillips, product director of broadband comparison site BroadbandChoices.co.uk, said, "I agree that this should be the case, however there is currently no legislation in place to back it up. In the meantime, Internet users need to take responsibility for their own internet safety by ensuring that they use secure websites and never respond to phishing emails or download from an unknown source."
The Science and Technology Select Committee has said that since ISPs can see when a customer's computer is infected and sending out spam or viruses to other internet users, they should be legally liable for any damage to third parties resulting from a failure to isolate the affected machine.
Phillips explains, "Many ISPs already offer free anti virus software as part of their broadband packages, as well as monitoring traffic in order to detect spam and other malicious codes that could spread the viruses that lead to fraud and identity theft."
"The Personal Internet Safety report which was published on Friday stated that 'customers cannot be held entirely responsible for the security of their computers'. But until new legislation is put into place for ISPs to be held accountable, customers need to be aware of the precautions that they can take to combat fraud, malicious websites and identity theft. They can either sign up with a suitable ISP or buy a reputable anti virus software from someone like Norton or McAfee- and make sure that they regularly update their security settings," Phillips concludes.
The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It by Michael E. Gerber. Published 1995 by HarperCollins Publishing. ISBN: 0-88730-728-0 Paperback. 268 pages. $16.00.
Michael E. Gerber reworks the concept of the modern business into a model based on planning and building each small enterprise from the ground up as if it were to become a franchise. The methods are based on principles of clear goals, careful planning and the preparation for future success. Gerber is chairman of The E-Myth Academy with over 15,000 clients. The book has sold over 250,000 copies.
Start Your Own Computer Business – The Unimbellished Guide By Morris Rosenthal. Published 2002 by Foner Books. ISBN: 0-9723801-0-8 Paperback. 160 Pages. $14.95.
Morris Rosenthal takes 15 years of experience in the computer business and condenses it into a book that covers it from the business side. This is not a technical how-to manual about how to service computers as a business but a guide on how to run a small business profitably. Rosenthal is also the founder and moderator of the Computer Business support group on Yahoo with more than 3500 members.
AutoPatcher.com, creator of a popular update utility called AutoPatcher, was ordered by Microsoft Corporation to end distribution of the software and update patches for Microsoft Windows from its web site early today.
Autopatcher is a utility designed to automate the installation process of Microsoft Windows updates for ease of deployment. It is also portable, which allows administrators of multiple desktops to update PCs unattended using a CD. The utility is popular among computer technicians who work in a mobile environment. Autopatcher.com is based in Greece. The project was started in 2003.
In an E-mail sent to AutoPatcher.com, Microsoft said the software, which included a compilation of updates for Microsoft Windows, was unlicensed and unauthorized for distribution by Microsoft. "We hereby give notice of these activities to you and request that you take expeditious action to remove or disable access to the material described above, and thereby prevent the illegal reproduction and distribution of this software via your company's network.", the E-mail stated. The owners immediately complied with the request and the contents of the E-mail were made public on the web site.
Antonis Kaladis, Project Manager and Lead Developer of the program, broke the news to users this morning and removed the downloads, consisting primarily of a collection of mirrors. He admitted they had no other choice. "For the past 4 years, it has been a blast", Kaladis posted. "Unfortunately, it seems like it's the end of AutoPatcher as we know it."
Reaction to the news from users was swift and ranged from sad resignation to vehement anger toward Microsoft.
"As a support tech I found the AutoPacher essential for saving time and valuable download limits on my broadband account", wrote Bruce Roberts. "I’ll miss you greatly AutoPatcher!" Another user with the handle Zooz said "Autopatcher was a great help and I can’t understand how am I (and others like me) to manage without it".
Many users touted the benefits of Autopatcher. Noted one user, whose moniker was Xan, "Autopatcher has been fantastic for me over the years, as with 4 computers on my home network, and only a limited amount of bandwidth, Autopatcher has not only saved me time, but also money that would otherwise be spent on increasing my download allocation!" Another user called JRM said "As a self-employed computer repair technician, you have saved me HOURS patching each machine I have to rebuild, 2 to 5 machines a week". He added, "Using AP I don’t have to physically sit at the machine, use WUS, download and apply the patch(es), reboot, and do the entire thing again".
Some users were simply stunned. "I cannot believe that Microsoft did this", wrote Andrew Lucas. "If their software patches are freely available then what is their problem? You are providing a service Microsoft refuses to do".
Many, users, however, were infuriated with the Redmond company. "They`re so stupid. How can you take down a nice project like this?", said someone who called himself Psykid. Dean Sanders wrote, "If Microsoft wants to take every tool away from the end user and leave us with just drm and wga (lawsuits too) then they can keep their software." Another one called Mat said "How can Microsoft have a problem with this? You can freely download any patch from microsoft so what’s the harm in packaging them together?" He added, "The biggest bully in the yard has his way again…".
A Microsoft representative was not available for comment.
Computer Repair Business: Lessons Learned by Daniel Hand. Published 2007 by Daniel Hand . ISBN: 978-1-4243-3292-2 Paperback. 140 Pages. $29.99 (includes shipping and handling in the US).
Written by a computer professional for entrepreneurs, the book uses true stories, examples and procedures for starting and managing a computer business. The author outlines methods based on his own experiences as an entrepreneur that brought him success and explains how that success is in reach of anyone who is willing to work for it.
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