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Getting Started with ease, Without Intimidation!
I have so far bought two editions of this book, the 7th and the 2003 edition. Both books were and are very helpful in the areas that I need them for. A beginner can't ask for a better book to learn about computers, than this line of books. I have no complaints about Marks books, because a person who isn't a computer technician or an IT professional wouldn't want anything that's extremely complicated to start learning about their computer. <
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>Marks' books teach you in a way that they not only capture your interest they give excellent examples of the subject at hand. I will continue to buy his books because when I needed help, when I first started out dubbing into computers'and information on how to upgrade and repair them his book at the time was the best information for what I wanted and needed. Any one who's in a more advanced stage of computer repair, would go for the expert information without the Laymens terms. That type of book would defeat the purpose for a beginner or intermediate student. <
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>I feel that Mark did exactly what he set out to do, and that was to allow the reader to come away with more information than they started with, each time they read and study his books without feeling intimidated. And that is exactly what his books does. Not to mention the extras' on the CDs', which I thought to be very considerate of him to include them!

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A fine piece of work
Minasi has done it again. This was a treat to read and as in previous editions skillfully walks the reader through the minefield of modern technology. Mark makes it seem easy and reading his work it is. The index is also very thorough which is essential when your on a new project and trying to piece together where you are., For us non techie types its easy to get lost in the middle of a problem. The index helps you find your way back. A great piece of work overall. F.C. Wendell

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Minasi or Mueller?
I have both Mueller's 14th edition and Minasi's 3rd edition and consider them to be superb. If you are going for an engineering degree in computers and like thick technical explanations interspersed with great useable information get Mueller. But, with Mueller don't expect an enjoyable, easy read. But, if you want an enjoyable easy read with great information, get Minasi.

Some complain that Minasi's information is not up-to-date. Well, neither is Mueller's. (In all fairness, Mueller is more current than Minasi.) If you want cutting edge information in any technology field, you are not going to get it in a static book. For that go online to Tom's Hardware and the like. So, bottom line, if you need highly technical information about computer systems (i.e., pin outs, electrical diagrams, etc.) get Mueller. But, if you just want to learn how to upgrade and repair computer systems or get (and maintain) the background necessary for your A+ certification, get Minasi. Better yet, do like I did and get both!