Chapter 27

Ten Tips from a PC Guru

In This Chapter

arrow Remember that you’re in charge

arrow Mind who “helps” you

arrow Give yourself time to learn

arrow Create separate accounts

arrow Mind what you download

arrow Organize your files

arrow Don’t reinstall Windows

arrow Shun the hype

arrow Continue to learn about computers

arrow Don’t take this computer stuff too seriously

I don’t consider myself a computer expert or genius or guru, although many have referred to me by using those nasty terms. I’m just a guy who understands how computers work. ...

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