O'Reilly & Associates.O'Reilly & Associates 1005 Gravenstein Highway N., Sebastopol, CA 95472 www.oreilly.com These outstanding desktop references should not only be standard public library acquisitions, but should be in the home libraries of every avid computer user. David A. Karp, Tim O'Reilly This article is about the founder of O'Reilly Media. For the musician, see Tim O'Reilly (musician). Tim O'Reilly (Irish: Tadhg Ó Raghallaigh, 1954-) was born in Cork, Ireland. and Troy Mott's WINDOWS XP The previous client version of Windows. XP was a major upgrade to the client version of Windows 2000 with numerous changes to the user interface. XP improved support for gaming, digital photography, instant messaging, wireless networking and sharing connections to the Internet. IN A NUTSHELL: A DESKTOP QUICK REFERENCE (0596009003, $29.95) appears in its second updated edition to provide both an in-depth and quick desk reference to the Windows operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. . So what's there to know about it? Everything, from configuring Service Pack 2 to understanding special commands and utilities and custom configuration options for the XP system. But, the information doesn't stop with a system review alone: tips on how to build a wireless home network, connecting to the Internet using various options, and more make WINDOWS XP IN A NUTSHELL an outstanding reference choice. 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Advice ranges from fine-tuning the system for optimum performance to getting around common frustrations, and understanding which features are fluff and which are truly valuable. Jesse Liberty's PROGRAMMING C# (0596006993, $44.95) is a recommended technical pick for any developing applications on the .NET platform: such users will find this fourth edition of C# provides professionals with all the details needed to absorb the language, concepts, and applications. From objects and interfaces to handling strings, expressions and bugs, C# users receive a foundation of hard facts which lend to building a solid C# platform--and all text has been updated for Visual Studio 2005, .NET Framework 2.0 and C# 2.0. Two Linux operating system guides are also essential programmer references. Administrators will welcome Tony Bautts, Terry Dawson and Gregor N. Purdy's LINUX NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR'S GUIDE, 3RD EDITION (0596005482, $34.5), a guide packed with the basics important to network and system administration. Networking hardware Networking hardware typically refers to equipment facilitating the use of a computer network. Typically, this includes routers, switches, access points, network interface cards and other related hardware. and software, utilities, and new coverage of Apache, Samba samba Ballroom dance of Brazilian origin, popularized in the U.S. and Europe in the 1940s. Danced to music in ⁴⁄₄ time with a syncopated rhythm, the dance is characterized by simple forward and backward steps and tilting, rocking body movements. and other services provides the latest details on wired and wireless applications, from initial configuration to troubleshooting. Jonathan Crobet, Alessandro Rubini and Greg Kroah-Hartman's LINUX DEVICE DRIVERS (0596006903, $39.95) also appears in its third updated edition to provide the latest update for any who wish to run new hardware under Linux. Linux kernal programming is at the heart of a title which reveals the basics of Unix system calls and C--but users needn't be hardcore programmers to find useful topics such as driver debugging, memory management, and driver models. Bonnie Biafore's QUICKBOOKS 2005: THE MISSING MANUAL (0596009011, $29.95) presents all the ins, out, and oddities of the latest Quickbooks version. Chapters show how to make unattended, automated backups, how to customize inventory and purchasing forms, how to reconcile accounts and track time--basically, how to fine-tune the entire QuickBooks experience. Preston Gralla's WINDOWS XP HACKS: TIPS & TOOLS FOR OPTIMIZING YOUR OS (0596009186, $29.95) appears in its second updated edition to cover SP 2, revealing both wireless hacks and Firefox, MSN (1) (MicroSoft Network) A family of Internet-based services from Microsoft, which includes a search engine, e-mail (Hotmail), instant messaging (Windows Live Messaging) and a general-purpose portal with news, information and shopping (MSN Directory). desktop search and more. Everything from encryption to using email is covered. Customguide's WORD 2003 PERSONAL TRAINER (0596009364, $29.95) uses interactive simulation software (included with the book) to replicate the experience of using Word 2003. From working with graphics and tables to creating outlines and performing a mail merge, all the bells and whistles A slang English term for exceptional features in some product. In the computer field, it typically refers to functions in software that may be greatly appreciated by some users, even though they may not be necessary most of the time. of Word are revealed in a course designed for Word users who wish to refine their skills set. Organized in a 'workout' fashion, the software training guide will find many a classroom application as well as individual study value. Fine references, all. Diane Donovan West Coast Editor |
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