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                    LAPTOP AND PORTABLE COMPUTER BOOKS
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     August 1992 edition of PC Magazine. Comprehensive laptop and 
     portable computer edition. Available at most public libraries. A 
     classic, MASSIVE edition providing laptop purchasing tips, 
     detailed reviews concerning specific portable computers and a 
     surprising amount of software information for laptop users. Also 
     contains a guide of useful travel tips and secrets from the 
     magazine editors who use laptops daily at work. 
     The Complete Laptop Computer Guide by David H. Rothman. 
     Everything from equipment you can buy at Radio Shack so you can 
     hook your laptop into hotel telephone networks to the 
     eccentricities of using a laptop computer in Egypt. This one is 
     the best guide if you want to know about using modems and 
     telecommunications with a laptop under ANY travel conditions 
     ANYWHERE on planet earth! 
     On the Road. The portable Computing Bible, by Jim Seymour. 
     Detailed laptop and portable use guide. Clever tips and tricks 
     the manufacturer forgot to put in your insturction manual!
     Jim has been a writer for PC Magazine for years and shares some 
     surprising information for laptop users and buyers. Tips and
     tricks from a laptop guru who uses a laptop daily.
     The Complete Laptop Computer Guide: How to Choose and Get the 
     Most Out of Your Portable PC or Mac, by David H. Rothman. 
     384 pages. Large and quite detailed. Covers both hardware and
     software resources for portable computer users.
     The Little Laptop Book, by Steve Cummings. Peachpit Press. 186 
     pages. How to use, buy and travel with laptops. Extensive 
     software recommendation and research is offered. Clever ideas 
     not seen in other books.
     PC Magazine Guide to Notebook and Laptop Computers, by Bob 
     Howard. Hundreds of productivity tips, purchasing suggestions 
     and a disk of shareware and public domain software round out 
     this comprehensive book. The disk alone is worth the price of 
     the book since the software is especially tuned for laptops. 
      
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                                  WINDOWS
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     There are dozens of books out there about Microsoft Windows, but 
     for my money the best collection of articles and tips ever 
     published on using Windows is at your local library: obtain a 
     back issue of PC/Computing Magazine, November 1992. Over 174 
     pages of Windows power tips that even the most jaded computer 
     guru will find amazing. The best coverage of Windows ever done 
     in any publication. 
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                          GENERAL INTEREST BOOKS
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     Understanding Computers (multiple volume series) By editors of 
     Time-Life Books. 1985. Reader information service, 541 North 
     Fairbanks Court, Chicago, Ill 60611. Found in most libraries, 
     this multiple volume set of lavishly illustrated computer guides 
     covers topics such as computer security, data input, 
     programming, computer history, new technology and other topics. 
     Managing Your Hard Disk. Don Berliner. 1988 Que Publishing. 
     Topics include installing and formatting a hard disk, learning 
     about subdirectories, backup methods plus many tips, tricks and 
     traps in using the all essential hard drive in your PC. 
     
     Next, the popular "Build Your Own...And Save A Bundle" series:
     
     Build Your Own IBM Compatible and Save A Bundle
     Upgrade Your Computer And Save A Bundle
     Build Your Own 80286 And Save A Bundle
     Build Your Own 80386 And Save A Bundle
     Build Your Own 80486 And Save A Bundle
     Above books by Aubrey Pilgrim. TAB-McGraw-Hill Publishing. Order 
     via toll free telephone number 1-800-765-1714. This series of 
     books features detailed photos, notes, diagrams and PLAIN ENGLISH 
     instructions on how to assemble or upgrade a complete computer 
     system. Save hundreds of dollars on equipment. Over 200,000 
     copies sold of this popular series. Incidentally, you can obtain 
     a free catalog listing the TAB-McGraw-Hill computer books by 
     calling 1-800-822-8138.
     The Printer Bible. Scott Foerster, Que Corporation, 1990. This 
     is by far the biggest and best book ever written on using ANY 
     type of printer effectively. How to fully use, buy, maintain, 
     upgrade everything from the humble dot matrix printer to the 
     flashiest laser. Contains a thorough review of printer 
     technology, comprehensive charts, installation tips, postscript, 
     ribbons, ink technology!  
     Using 123. 1989 Que Publishing. With over one million copies 
     sold, this is the number one choice in Lotus 123 guides. 
     Includes basics of command structure, installation, spreadsheet 
     template examples, graphing, traps and techniques for advanced 
     use, menu structure, effective macro use and much more. 837 
     pages. 
     Dvorak's Guide to PC Telecommunications. John Dvorak and Nick 
     Anis. 1990 McGraw-Hill. At over 1037 pages this is the essential 
     book for those interested in learning about modems, bulletin 
     board systems, E-Mail, Compuserve or anything related to 
     computers and telecommunications. Contains two disks with useful 
     programs such as Telix, CED, Shez, PKZip, Modem Tutor, and 
     others which compliment the text section of the book. Appendix 
     sections include the Hayes AT command set and hundreds of BBS 
     telephone numbers plus discount coupons for products and 
     services. 
     The Joy of Computer Communications. William Cook. 1984 Dell 
     Publishing.
     Inc. Magazine's Databasics: Your Guide to Online Business 
     Information. 1986. Garland Publishing.
     The Complete Handbook of Personal Computer Communications: 
     Everything you need to go online with the world. Alfred 
     Glossbrenner. 1987 St Martin's Press.
     The PC Configuration Handbook. John Woram. 1991 Bantam Computer 
     Books. The total guide to troubleshooting hardware related 
     problems. A 768 page resource rich with notes on tests such as 
     configuration of laser printers and other hardware setup needs.
     The Winn Rosch Hardware Bible. Winn L. Rosch. 1991 Brady Computer 
     Books. A hands on approach to repairing and troubleshooting PC 
     problems. Including printers, memory, keyboards, software 
     settings and more. 628 pages.
     
     The Laserjet Handbook. Steven Bennett. 1991 Brady computer 
     Books. 518 pages with a utility diskette for information on the 
     care and feeding of the HP Laserjet printer. 
     Using PFS: First Choice. George Omura. 1988 Sybex. A thorough 
     beginners guide to mastering the First Choice integrated program 
     which is popular with those needing a single program which 
     contains a word processor, spreadsheet, database, report 
     generator, graphics and telecommunications package. 
     Using Wordstar. Steve Ditlea. 1988 Que. Wordstar users will 
     delight in over 600 pages of tips on this classic word 
     processing package. Covers installation, editing, printing, 
     command structure, mail-merging techniques, spell-checking, 
     macros and much more. Also includes tips on using this classic 
     word processor with other packages such as 123 and PC-Outline. 
     
     Recommeded Wordperfect Resources: 
     
     Wordperfect 5.1 Tips, Tricks and Traps. Charles Stewart III
     Wordperfect 5.1 made Easy. Mella Mincberg
     Wordperfect 5.1: The Complete Reference. Karen Acerson
     Wordperfect 5.1 Macros and Templates. Gordon McComb
     Wordperfect Desktop Publishing in Style. Daniel Will-Harris
     Wordperfect 5.0 Instant Reference. Greg Harvey
            
     Computer Viruses, Worms, Data Diddlers, Killer Programs and 
     other Threats to Your System. John McAfee and Colin Haynes. 1989 
     St Martins Press. Written by the chairman of the Computer Virus 
     Industry Association, this book presents a chillingly detailed 
     look at viruses. Includes actual programming code for two virus 
     samples as well as detailed reviews of software protection 
     programs, computer security methods and historical anecdotes 
     about virus infections in corporate and university settings. 
     Computer Viruses. Ralph Roberts. 1988 Chilton Books. Discusses 
     many known viruses, how they work, telephone and sources for 
     help and virus antidotes. 
     
     IBM XT Clone Buyers Guide and Handbook 
     IBM AT Clone Buyers Guide and Handbook
     386 Buyers Guide and Handbook
     
     By Edwin Rutsch. 1988. Modular Information Systems. This trilogy 
     of books cover computers of all major categories in the IBM clone 
     world. Buy an edition which is six months or less old; frequent 
     updates are common. Back issues of PC Magazine also review 
     computers and recommend "editor's choices" and best buys in most 
     classes of IBM clone computers. 
     
     Dr. File Finder's Guide to Shareware by Michael Callahan and 
     Nick Anis. ISBN: 0-07-881646-7. A book and disk package teaching 
     you how to find and use the best in shareware. Learn about disk 
     vendors, computer club sources, the best shareware in 20 
     categories. Includes such popular programs as Qmodem, Dos line 
     editor, Anarkey, MackMail and more. Two additional disks 
     available upon submission of a postcard contained in the book. 
     Writing & Marketing Shareware - a book and companion cassette 
     tape by Steve Hudgik, HomeCraft, P.O. Box 974, Tualatin, OR 
     97062. Tel 503/692-3732. The best book in the industry for 
     learning about programming, designing and MARKETING shareware 
     for maximum financial return. Shows you how to become a 
     successful shareware author who develops WINNING shareware for 
     maximum income. Includes mailing list of distributors, equipment 
     suppliers, service providers, how to design your shareware and 
     more! 
     $hareware Marketing $ystem. Two disk set containing tutorials 
     and quarterly marketing newsletter for shareware authors plus 
     dBase format mailing list on disk of over 4,000 addresses for 
     industry contacts: computer clubs, disk vendors, magazine writers 
     and more who use, distribute or review shareware. The mailing 
     list on disk is ready to import into many database software 
     packages and print mailing labels directly. By Jim Hood, the 
     author of THIS tutorial! POB 1506, Mercer Island, WA 98040.  
     206/236-0470. 
     
     Alfred Glossbrenner's Master Guide to Free Software and 
     Shareware, c/o FireCrystal Communications, 699 River Rd, 
     Yardley, PA 19067. One of the largest and most respected guides 
     to shareware in the industry. Editor is a contributor to 
     computer industry magazines. 
     Tips and Techniques for Using Low-Cost and Public Domain 
     Software. John Gliedman. 1988. McGraw-Hill. A thorough guide to 
     low cost, effective shareware and public domain programs 
     including RAM disks, word processors, batch file systems, hard 
     disk managers, tutorials and other topics. 
      
     Fire in the Valley, Paul Freiberger and Michael Swaine, Berkeley 
     California, Osborne/McGraw-Hill, 1984. The classic pre-history 
     of the early days of personal computers. Colorful, animated and 
     witty discussion about the makers of the personal computer 
     revolution. 
            
     Hackers: Heroes of the Computer Revolution, Steven Levy, New 
     York: Doubleday, 1984. A fascinating look at the early computer 
     hacker culture in the days at MIT. A great book to curl up with 
     on a long rainy weekend! 
     The Joy of Computers, Peter Laurie, London: Hutchinson, 1983. 
     The Computer Glossary, Alan Freedman, 1989, AMACOM. Find out 
     exactly what determines the difference between a pixel and a 
     TSR. Thousands of terms explained in a savvy and witty manner.
     The Elements of Style, William Strunk and EB White, 1979, 
     Macmillan. This little book is a classic for writers and 
     communicators alike. For those who aspire to write simply, 
     cleanly and well, the is the little book which should accompany 
     all word processing packages. Learning the precepts of this 
     book requires a lifetime of practice and reward you 
     with text which explains, delights and clarifies. 
     Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, Robert Pirsig, 1977, 
     Bantam Books. Understanding how YOU fit in with computers means 
     understanding the philosophy and history of computers. A non-
     technical look at using high technology to tinker effectively 
     and adapt to the pleasures of life in this electronic age. 
     History of Programming Languages, Richard Wexelblat, New York: 
     Academic Press, 1981. 
     The Elements of Spreadsheet Style, John Nevison, 1987, Brady 
     Books. The essentials of proper construction and use of 
     spreadsheets. Years later you can come back to the spreadsheet 
     you designed for a complex budget report and know WHAT and HOW 
     it works plus WHERE the formulas are. Packed with exceptional 
     techniques for using these marvelous number crunching programs. 
     Home Businesses Under $5000. Joyce Lain Kennedy. Sun Features 
     Inc. POB 368, Cardiff, CA 92007. (cost: $4.50). Everyone who 
     owns a computer wonders if there isn't a way to start their own 
     small business out of the den or garage and use the computer to 
     make money rather than punch a time clock for the boss. This 36 
     page booklet is a practical guide with tips for starting 
     everything from a mail list maintenance business to a pet 
     portrait business. $4.50 and a self stamped (75 cents) self-
     addressed envelope. 
     Windows 3.0: A Self-Teaching Guide. Keith Weiskamp and Saul 
     Aguiar. 1991. Published by John Wiley and Sons. The ins and outs 
     of installing and running windows from the ground up for the 
     novice. 
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                        DOS OPERATING SYSTEM BOOKS 
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     PC Magazine DOS Power tools, 1991, Bantam - includes 2 disks 
     with utilities. Probably the ultimate DOS book for those willing 
     to roll up both shirtsleeves and crawl under the hood for a 
     "nuts and bolts" understanding of the PC. Batch files, DOS, 
     DEBUG, the works! $40 but available at discount from many 
     bookstores. The disks of software utilities are worth the price 
     of the book. 1251 pages! 
     Running MS-DOS (2nd edition), Van Wolverton, 1985, Microsoft 
     Press 
     Quick Reference guide to MS-DOS, Van Wolverton, 1987, Microsoft 
     Press 
     Peter Norton's DOS Guide (rev. edition), Peter Norton, 1987, 
     Brady Books Also responsible for the essential software utility 
     toolkit of the same name, Peter Norton takes you on a friendly 
     and detailed tour of setting up shop and getting results 
     quickly. 
     Tricks of the MS-DOS Masters, John Angermeyer, 1987, Howard Sams 
     & Co. 
     MS-DOS Bible, Steven Simrin, 1985, Howard W. Sams and Company 
     (Division of Macmillan Inc. Publishers) 
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                            COMPUTER MAGAZINES 
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     PC MAGAZINE (at most newstands) The preferred magazine for 
     businesses and serious hobbyists. This is the one to subscribe 
     to if you can afford the financial and time committment to only 
     ONE computer magazine. The best and most detailed equipment and 
     software reviews in the industry. Back issues at most libraries 
     are ESSENTIAL goldmines for beginner and advanced alike. 
     Software utilities published by PC Magazine and available 
     through most computer clubs and PC Magazine MagNet (modem 
     service) are instant classics. 
     SHAREWARE MAGAZINE. Published by PC-SIG, 1030-D East Duane 
     Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. Voice telephone: 408/730-9291 FAX: 
     408/730-2107. Included with membership in PC-SIG, one of the 
     largest shareware disk distributors in the world. A bimonthly, 
     "light and lively" guide to the shareware market featuring 
     reviews and articles on the best and latest. 
     COMPUTER SHOPPER (at most newstands) A monthly review of mail 
     order and deep discount computer sources. The largest and most 
     detailed pc purchasing guide in existence. Contains updates on 
     new software, discount computer reviews, news articles, listings 
     of local computer clubs and mail order sources for shareware. 
     Page after page of mail order ads offer tremendous diversity and 
     equipment choice. 
     HOME OFFICE COMPUTING combines computers with topics and 
     techniques for working at home including equipment and software 
     reviews, new ideas for making money with a computer in a home 
     office environment, using a modem, money management for the work 
     at home computerist, new business ideas, time management, 
     interesting franchise ideas, and more. 730 Broadway, NY, NY 
     10003. 212/505-3580.
     LOTUS MAGAZINE (circulation office: PO Box 9123, Cambridge, MA, 
     02139-9123, telephone (617) 494-1192) The ultimate spreadsheet 
     periodical. Back issues at some public libraries and many 
     university and college libraries are essential resources. The 
     spreadsheet is the ultimate number crunching engine as well as 
     an adequate database and even a poor man's word processor. Lotus 
     magazine shows you how to turbocharge your spreadsheet via 
     detailed and interesting examples. 
            
     PC RESOURCE MAGAZINE. No longer published, but back issues in 
     library archives are ESSENTIAL reading for computer beginners 
     and novices. 
     UNCLE HANKS SHAREWARE REVIEW Magazine is a Bi-Monthly collection 
     of reviews of some of the finest Shareware Programs available today.
     A great little magazine discussing low cost quality shareware 
     programs for beginners and advanced computer users alike! For a 
     sample copy, send $1 to: Uncle Hank's Shareware, 8 Hendricks
     Street, Easthampton, MA 01027.
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          RECOMMENDED READING  - EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE CATALOGS 
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     Below are listed several reputable software and hardware vendors 
     who provide interesting catalogs and reasonable service. This 
     does not suggest an endorsement, simply a resource with printed 
     catalogs which are of good educational value. 
     Selective Software Catalog (903 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz CA 
     95060) 
     Power Up Software Catalog, POB 7600, San Mateo, CA 94403-7600. 
     1-800-851-2917. 
     US Micro Inc 1-800-874-5505  or (206) 453-4046 
     CompuAdd Computer  1-800-627-1967  or 1-800-666-1872 
     Dell Computer  1-800-283-1290 
     Austin Computer 1-800-752-1577 
     Swan Computer 1-800-468-9044 
     Northgate Computer 1-800-548-1993 
     Zeos Computer 1-800-423-5891 
     PC-Brand  1-800-PC BRAND 
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             RECOMMENDED READING  - SELECTED MAGAZINE ARTICLES 
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     55 Word Processors tested and evaluated, PC Magazine, February 
     29, 1988 
     Programming Languages, Lawrence Tesler, Scientific American, 
     September 1984. 
     Economy class accounting for small business. PC Magazine, April 
     10, 1990. 
     Advanced accounting packages evaluated and rated, PC Magazine, 
     September 15, 1987 
     Spreadsheet review, PC Magazine, April 24, 1988 
     Hard drive use and evaluations, PC Magazine, June 9, 1987 
     Best low end integrated packages including Microsoft Works, PC 
     Magazine, December 26, 1989 
     Printer evaluations and ratings, PC Magazine, November 10, 1987 
     Also covered in PC Magazine issues: October 31, 1988 & November 
     14, 1989 
     Basic programming language compilers, PC Magazine, October 31, 
     1989 
     Best utilities, backup systems, fax review, PC Magazine, June 
     23, 1987 
     Keyboards, mouse and other input devices, useful utilities, PC 
     Magazine, August 16, 1987 
     Project management programs, keyboard macro programs, 386 high 
     speed computers, disc diagnostic programs, PC Magazine, 
     September 29, 1987 
     Desktop publishing, spelling checkers PC Magazine, October 13, 
     1987 
     Spreadsheet reviews, backup software evaluation, PC Magazine, 
     October 27, 1987. 
     Hard drive cards - mail order drives, Low cost CAD packages, PC 
     Magazine December 8, 1987 
     The Excel spreadsheet from Microsoft, popup scratchpad/note-
     takers PC Magazine, December 22, 1987 
     Best programs and hardware of 1989, PC Magazine, January 16, 
     1990 
     Databases, expanded memory, graphics packages, 80386 computers, 
     Personal Computing, January, 1988 
     Portable computers, worms, PC Magazine, March 29, 1988 
     Database package evaluation, Desktop publishing software, PC 
     Magazine April 12, 1988 
     Top charting and graphing packages, Projection screen systems, 
     integrated word processors, PC Magazine March 15, 1988 
     Evaluation of OS/2, Running a small business with personal 
     finance software, Personal Computing, February 1988   
     High speed modems, Personal Computing, December 1987 
     Tutorial finished. Be sure to order your FOUR BONUS DISKS which 
     expand this software package with vital tools, updates and 
     additional tutorial material for laptop users! Send $20.00 to 
     Seattle Scientific Photography, Department LAP, PO Box 1506, 
     Mercer Island, WA 98040. Bonus disks shipped promptly! Some 
     portions of this software package use sections from the larger 
     PC-Learn tutorial system which you will also receive with your 
     order. Modifications, custom program versions, site and LAN 
     licenses of this package for business or corporate use are 
     possible, contact the author. This software is shareware - an 
     honor system which means TRY BEFORE YOU BUY. Press escape key to 
     return to menu. 
     
     
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