Computer Desktop Encylopedia, 9th Ed. [With CDROM]

And too bad it's out of print. While this book will not teach you how to use a PC, it will define every computer related (and often electronics) term you can imagine. I was surprised on some of the really obsecure terms this book contained that I didn't expect it to mention. I got this book used and after reading over some of it, I'd say this is a must have on any nerd's desk as the it compares up there with as good as an internet search for explanations of PC related terms.

I work people whose computer knowledge varies from very little to a serious computer user. This reference manual is one book that all levels can benefit from. This book is the perfect manual to answer the questions in an easy to understand format without all that technical jargon. The book is over 1100 pages and is loaded with pictures and figures to give a visual representation of the definition which makes is easier to understand some of the concepts covered. There is computer definitions, vendor breakdowns, and certification analysis and application definitions. Some of the topics covered are networking, computers, MACs and applications. Some of the technologies included are CISCO, CompTIA, ATM, FDDI, Ethernet and token ring. Also included is a cd-rom which has over 5000 more definitions not included in the book. Overall a great addition to my technical library.

I did a thorough comparison...this book is more comprehensive and detailed, also wonderfully illustrated! I'm studying for my MCSE and consider this book indispensable, also it offers excellent value for the money.

I thumbed through at least three Computer Encyclopedias at the bookstore. Using specific words such as "chip", I would then read about that word in each of the various books. This book has just what I need at my level of understanding. I admit that this book was the most expensive. The illustrations are very helpful. Frequently there is a narrative of the history of the item, the discoverer, dates, and photos. For me, it beats the competition by a mile!

It's a top product but needs updating with the latest info (1998)? If a new version is due for release I would be interested to hear about it.Thanks Ian Leffers Australia