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  • Illustrated Guide to Home Chemistry Experiments

    All Lab, No Lecture

    by Robert Bruce Thompson ...
    Series series
    For students, DIY hobbyists, and science buffs, who can no longer get real chemistry sets, this one-of-a-kind guide explains how to set up and use a home chemistry lab, with step-by-step instructions for conducting experiments in basic chemistry -- not just to make pretty colors and stinky smells, but to learn how to do real lab work:Purify alcohol by distillationProduce hydrogen and oxygen gas by ... Read more

    $17.99 USD

  • Astronomy Hacks

    Tips and Tools for Observing the Night Sky

    by Robert Bruce Thompson, Barbara Fritchman Thompson ...
    Why use the traditional approach to study the stars when you can turn computers, handheld devices, and telescopes into out-of-this-world stargazing tools? Whether you're a first timer or an advanced hobbyist, you'll find Astronomy Hacks both useful and fun. From upgrading your optical finder to photographing stars, this book is the perfect cosmic companion.This handy field guide covers the basics ... Read more

    $21.59 USD

  • Repairing and Upgrading Your PC

    by Robert Bruce Thompson, Barbara Fritchman Thompson ...
    Most computer users think that fiddling with the insides of their PC is taboo. They fear that by removing the screws that hold the case on, they're crossing into forbidden territory. And even for those who know they can open the box and fix or upgrade their PC, analysis paralysis often stops them in their tracks:Which upgrades offer the best bang for the buck? How do you pinpoint the faulty ... Read more

    $20.19 USD

  • Building the Perfect PC

    by Robert Bruce Thompson, Barbara Fritchman Thompson ...
    Build a PC that will outperform any brand-name box on the marketYes, even if you’re not a total geek you can build your own PC -- and we guarantee it’s worth the effort. You’ll discover that the quality is better and the cost is much lower than any comparable off-the-shelf PC you can buy. Design the custom computer you want, and have fun doing it.Get high-quality PC hardware from local stores and ... Read more

    $23.09 USD

  • Illustrated Guide to Home Forensic Science Experiments

    All Lab, No Lecture

    by Robert Bruce Thompson, Barbara Fritchman Thompson ...
    Have you ever wondered whether the forensic science you’ve seen on TV is anything like the real thing? There’s no better way to find out than to roll up your sleeves and do it yourself. This full-color book offers advice for setting up an inexpensive home lab, and includes more than 50 hands-on lab sessions that deal with forensic science experiments in biology, chemistry, and physics. You’ll ... Read more

    $20.19 USD

  • Illustrated Guide to Home Biology Experiments

    All Lab, No Lecture

    by Robert Bruce Thompson, Barbara Fritchman Thompson ...
    Experience the magic of biology in your own home lab. This hands-on introduction includes more than 30 educational (and fun) experiments that help you explore this fascinating field on your own. Perfect for middle- and high-school students and DIY enthusiasts, this full-color guide teaches you the basics of biology lab work and shows you how to set up a safe lab at home.The Illustrated Guide to ... Read more

    $20.19 USD

  • Illustrated Guide to Astronomical Wonders

    From Novice to Master Observer

    by Robert Bruce Thompson, Barbara Fritchman Thompson ...
    With the advent of inexpensive, high-power telescopes priced at under $250, amateur astronomy is now within the reach of anyone, and this is the ideal book to get you started. The Illustrated Guide to Astronomical Wonders offers you a guide to the equipment you need, and shows you how and where to find hundreds of spectacular objects in the deep sky -- double and multiple stars as well as ... Read more

    $17.29 USD

  • PC Hardware in a Nutshell

    A Desktop Quick Reference

    by Robert Bruce Thompson, Barbara Fritchman Thompson ...
    Series series
    PC Hardware in a Nutshell is the practical guide to buying, building, upgrading, and repairing Intel-based PCs. A longtime favorite among PC users, the third edition of the book now contains useful information for people running either Windows or Linux operating systems. Written for novices and seasoned professionals alike, the book is packed with useful and unbiased information, including how-to ... Read more

    $25.99 USD

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  • Mike Meyers' CompTIA A+ Guide to Managing and Troubleshooting PCs, Third Edition (Exams 220-701 & 220-702)

    by Michael Meyers ...
    Essential Skills for a Successful IT Career Written by CompTIA certification and training expert Mike Meyers, this instructive, full-color guide will help you pass the CompTIA A+ exams and become an expert hardware technician. Mike Meyers' CompTIA A+ Guide to Managing and Troubleshooting PCs, Third Edition is completely up to date with the latest CompTIA A+ standards. Inside, you'll find helpful ... Read more

    $67.49 USD

  • The Ubuntu Desktop Beginner's Guide - Second Edition

    by Jonathan Moeller ...
    Series series Computer Beginner's Guides
    Want to use Ubuntu without having to learn the command line? Then this is the book for you! THE UBUNTU DESKTOP BEGINNER'S GUIDE will show you how to use the Ubuntu desktop interface and perform common tasks with the operating system.In the guide, you'll earn how to:-Install Ubuntu.-Install the latest updates for Ubuntu.-Configure and use Ubuntu's Unity environment.-Master the Launcher, the Dash, ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • The Windows Command Line Beginner's Guide - Second Edition

    by Jonathan Moeller ...
    The Windows Command Line Beginner's Guide gives users new to the Windows command line an overview of the Command Prompt, from simple tasks to network configuration.In the Guide, you'll learn how to:-Manage the Command Prompt.-Copy & paste from the Windows Command Prompt.-Create batch files.-Remotely manage Windows machines from the command line.-Manage disks, partitions, and volumes.-Set an IP ... Read more

    $2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • This Will Make You Smarter

    150 New Scientific Concepts to Improve Your Thinking

    by John Brockman ...
    Series Book 11 - Edge Question Series
    Featuring a foreword by David Brooks, This Will Make You Smarter presents brilliant—but accessible—scientific concepts to expand every mind.What scientific concept would improve everybody’s cognitive toolkit? This is the question John Brockman, publisher of Edge.org, posed to the world’s most influential thinkers. Their visionary answers flow from the frontiers of psychology, philosophy, economics ... Read more

    $11.99 USD