Networking Home PCs for Dummies?

I've bought a lot of Dummies books, and always found they were terrific for getting started with new software. I learn the basics well enough to get my work done, and later I can move on to more advanced topics. But this book gave me more than basics. The writer explains things so clearly, it's like she's drawing pictures with words. You not only learn what to do, you learn why. Everything is put into context, it all makes such sense, that you almost feel as if you have an expert standing next to you. Even the typical Dummies "humor" is more subtle and more intelligent in this book. Each sentence is so clear and well explained that I didn't have to reread any instructions. I built a home network, then I built home networks for two other homes. The writing in this book is so clear that I could probably start a business of home networking now. This writer is incredibly good, she never talks down to the reader, she just "chats" with you (and it's an intelligent, interesting, amusing conversation).

The level of clarity in the writing of this book should be used as a standard for all computer book writers. Kathy Ivens' writing makes you feel as if she's standing over your shoulder, explaining every step. I learned something on every page. Following her directions was a breeze, and I had absolutely no problems, every step I took to build a home network worked exactly as she said it would.