August 30, 2009
How Computers Work (9th Edition) (How It Works) (Paperback)
Posted by: Tom : Category: PC Hardware
Amazon.com Review
Updated to include all the recent developments to the PC and complete with a CD-ROM, the third edition of How Computers Work is like a cool science museum in a book. But make no mistake–this is not a book for children. How Computers Work aims to teach readers about all the intricacies held within the machine, and it’s a daunting task. The author, Ron White, doesn’t dumb down his material; instead he provides thorough and substantive definitions. The pages of fun a (more…)
August 31st, 2009 at 2:42 am
3.0 out of 5 stars
How Computers work. 8th edition
First off, the book is a great read. The shipping was rather slow though. It roughly took about two weeks to get the book, and after ordering from best bargain books I wish I…
August 31st, 2009 at 4:16 am
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great Book For a Introduction
I read this book before I really got interested in computers but when I find myself dealing with computers I have to know how something does its work.
August 31st, 2009 at 10:35 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
It’s about time.
I’m a HUGE fan of “How stuff works” kinda books. This is THE book I have been looking for. It’s written in such an interesting way.
August 31st, 2009 at 11:05 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book for beginners – High Level Overviews
I use this book whenever I am explaining to a class a general overview of computer technology. The artwork and graphics are a fantastic talk point to depict how things are…
August 31st, 2009 at 1:20 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
Make your own call
Rather than add to endless “This sucks!” “No it doesn’t!” arguments, my review is simple – if you need an understanding of how computers work, give this book a try.
August 31st, 2009 at 9:19 pm
3.0 out of 5 stars
Rife with typos, but helpful for a general understanding
(My copy did not come with a CD, so I can only comment on the book itself.)
My edition (Ninth Edition) was clearly assembled and edited in a hurry.
September 1st, 2009 at 4:27 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
How Computers Work Book Review
If you want to know the ins and outs of how computers work, beginning with the foundation, this is the book for you!
September 1st, 2009 at 10:34 am
3.0 out of 5 stars
Less for more…
This is my third purchase of “How Computers Work.” The first editions included an excellent CD that worked with Windows 3.11 and later with Windows95 and 98.
September 1st, 2009 at 5:12 pm
4.0 out of 5 stars
How Computers Work Review
Great book for information concerning the computer and the technology connected to it. However, it is not for a beginner or novice individual just starting out with a computer.
September 2nd, 2009 at 12:19 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Book for any Level
This book is really easy to understand and will leave you with a good understanding of the computer.