Microsoft Windows Shell Script Programming for the Absolute Beginner

• Paperback: 400 pages
• Publisher: Course Technology PTR; 1 edition (October 16, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592000851
• ISBN-13: 978-1592000852

Book Description
If you are new to programming with Windows Shell Script and are looking for a solid introduction, this is the book for you. Developed by computer science instructors, books in the for the absolute beginner? series teach the principles of programming through simple game creation. You will acquire the skills that you need for more practical Shell Script programming applications, and you will learn how these skills can be put to use in real-world scenarios. Best of all, by the time you finish this book you will be able to apply the basic principles you?ve learned to the next programming language you tackle. With the instructions in this book, you?ll learn to: * Store and retrieve information in variables * Apply conditional logic and create conditional logic tests * Improve script organization with procedures * Debug your scripts and handle errors * Create loops to process collections of data

About the Author
Jerry Lee Ford, Jr. is an author, educator, and IT professional with more than 17 years of experience in information technology, including roles as an automation analyst, technical manager, technical support analyst, automation engineer, security analyst, and instructor. He is the author of 16 books and co-author of 2 additional books. His published works include Microsoft Visual Basic 2005 Express Edition Programming for the Absolute Beginner, VBScript Professional Projects, Learn VBScript in a Weekend, Microsoft Windows Shell Scripting for the Absolute Beginner, and Learn JavaScript in a Weekend.

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Easy Microsoft® Office Access 2003

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Que (September 23, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789729598
• ISBN-13: 978-0789729590

Book Description

Easy Microsoft Office Access 2003 takes the work out of learning this powerful database by using short, easy-to-follow lessons that show you how to accomplish basic tasks quickly and efficiently! It is the perfect book for beginners who want to learn Microsoft’s database application through a visual, full-color approach. More than 100 hands-on lessons are designed to teach the easiest, fastest, or most direct way to accomplish common Access tasks. The book is suited for new Access users, as well as those upgrading from an earlier version.

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Easy Microsoft Office Access 2003 takes the work out of learning this powerful database by using short, easy-to-follow lessons that show you how to accomplish basic tasks quickly and efficiently! It is the perfect book for beginners who want to learn Microsoft’s database application through a visual, full-color approach. More than 100 hands-on lessons are designed to teach the easiest, fastest, or most direct way to accomplish common Access tasks. The book is suited for new Access users, as well as those upgrading from an earlier version.

About the Author

Shelley O’Hara is the author of more than 100 books, including several best-sellers. She has also authored business plans, a novel, Web content, marketing publications, short stories, training materials, magazine columns, a newsletter, and software manuals. She has written on topics ranging from Microsoft Windows to the International Air Transport Authority ticketing system, from Microsoft Office to buying a home. In addition to writing, O’Hara teaches training and personal development classes in Indianapolis.

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Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Networking, Fourth Edition

• Paperback: 504 pages
• Publisher: Que; 4 edition (September 29, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789729113
• ISBN-13: 978-0789729118

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Perfect for the person who wants to network but needs a good starting point! Mark Gibbs, noted expert in the area of systems architecture and design, provides the first word in Networking basics with this effective primer. Presents a graphical approach to explaining the technical details of networking. Focuses on the most current and most popular network operating systems such as Novell NetWare and Windows for Workgroups. Features the most current trends in networking inc. Covers Novell NetWare, Windows for Workgroups, LANtastic, and AppleTalk –This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Book Description

Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Networking, Fourth Edition gives readers the ability and understanding necessary to create and administer a network. The book shows the reader how to physically connect computers and other devices to a network and access peripherals such as printers over the network. Readers will also be able to configure computers to access the network and the network to share an Internet connection. This book will provide easy-to-understand details on new technologies and background information (such as basic networking, including protocols and physical infrastructure) necessary for the user to network computer devices.

Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Networking takes the frustration out of planning and creating a network, and helps readers understand what they are getting into when planning a network and strategies for making the network a success.

About the Author

Joe Habraken is a best-selling author, information technology professional, and educator. He is currently an assistant professor at the University of New England, where he teaches a variety of information technology classes introducing undergraduate students to computer basics, software applications, Web design, and the use of personal computers in business settings. His books include Microsoft Office XP 8 in 1, Practical Cisco Routers, and Sams Teach Yourself Microsoft Server 2003 in 24 Hours. With more than 15 years as a trainer and consultant, Joe enjoys taking difficult computer concepts and making them accessible to readers and students.

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Easy Microsoft® Office Word 2003

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Que (September 29, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789729652
• ISBN-13: 978-0789729651

Book Description

Easy Microsoft Office Word 2003 takes the work out of learning Word 2003 by using short, easy-to-follow lessons that show you how to accomplish basic tasks quickly and efficiently! It is the perfect book for beginners who want to learn Microsoft’s word processing application through a visual, full-color approach. More than 100 hands-on lessons are designed to teach the easiest, fastest, or most direct way to accomplish common Word tasks. The book is suited for new Word users, as well as those upgrading from an earlier version.

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Easy Microsoft Office Word 2003 takes the work out of learning Word 2003 by using short, easy-to-follow lessons that show you how to accomplish basic tasks quickly and efficiently! It is the perfect book for beginners who want to learn Microsoft’s word processing application through a visual, full-color approach. More than 100 hands-on lessons are designed to teach the easiest, fastest, or most direct way to accomplish common Word tasks. The book is suited for new Word users, as well as those upgrading from an earlier version.

About the Author

Heidi Steele is a freelance writer and software trainer. She specializes in demystifying computer concepts and making programs such as Word accessible to home users and professionals alike. Heidi Steele is the author of numerous other computer books, including Easy Word 2000 and Sams Teach Yourself Word 2000 in 24 Hours. She lives in Port Orchard, Washington.

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