This guide is your personal assistant and adviser for purchasing hardware, software, or any type of related service. Topics in this book include: Understanding the Basics before Buying, The Brain & Speed Demon of the Computer: The Processor, The King of Storage: The Hard Drive, The King of Software: The Operating System, Sources for Finding Information, Whether to buy a laptop or home computer, Whether you should upgrade your computer or purchase a new one, Thinking First Before Throwing Out That Old System, Connecting To the Internet, Preventing Carpel Tunnel Syndrome & Other Injuries, Printer Paper, Shopping for Software, Hardware, & Services, Keeping a Cool Head, Warranty and Return Policies, Some Things You Need To Know Before Requesting Servicing, Security Sense, Backing Up Your Computer and Files, Getting the Software, Troubleshooting & Who to Contact, Using Common Sense, Where To Get Training, and Legal Issues.