The purpose of this book is to address the loophole in the lack of meaningful command prompt books. IT professionals and students alike have experienced difficulty with command prompt syntax. The author's intention is to provide a product that will empowe

The purpose of this book is to address the loophole in the lack of meaningful command prompt books. IT professionals and students alike have experienced difficulty with command prompt syntax. The author's intention is to provide a product that will empowe

2012 Edition : From MS-DOS to Windows XP, Vista, 7 and Windows 8 A complete history of command-line interfaces and the effect that commands have had on the modern computer as we know it with every Microsoft Command Prompt, PowerShell and Run command ever listed - with a large overview of purposes, example uses and tutorials on programming simple and advanced batch files. It doesn’t matter what you know or don’t know about the command line and the power and relevancy that it still holds to this day – CMD Your Computer is the complete and informative guide to using every day “run” commands from your Windows PC all the way to programming your very own tasks to get the job done quicker. All the commands you could sink your keys into; you can have complete control over any Windows system. The books superior in-depth history and encyclopaedic nature will give you a thoroughly detailed insight into where it all began and why using the command-line will linger significantly for many years to come.

CCNP Portable Command Guide Library   CCNP Portable Command Guide Library is a set of four condensed, portable reference guides covering all the commands in the four CCNP® exams: BSCI, BCMSN, ISCW, and ONT. Each book is filled with valuable, easy-to-access information to quickly refresh your memory and each guide is portable enough for use whether you are in the server room or the equipment closet.   These CCNP command guides are written by certified Cisco® instructors, bringing years of teaching and industry experience together in an ideal quick-study format. The authors have designed each guide to summarize all CCNP certification-level Cisco IOS® Software commands, keywords, command arguments, and associated prompts, providing you with tips and examples of how to apply the commands to real-world scenarios. Configuration examples throughout the books provide you with a better understanding of how these commands are used in simple network designs.   Use the associated quick reference resource to help you memorize commands and concepts as you work to pass each CCNP certification exam.   CCNP BSCI Portable Command Guide covers all the commands on the CCNP 642-901 BSCI exam, specifically involving these topic areas: EIGRP OSPF Integrated IS-IS IPv6 Manipulating Routing Updates BGP Multicast   CCNP BCMSN Portable Command Guide covers all the commands on the CCNP 642-812 BCMSN exam, which deals with these topic areas: VLANs STP and EtherChannel Inter-VLAN Routing High Availability Wireless Client Access Minimizing Service Loss and Data Theft Voice Support in Campus Switches   CCNP ISCW Portable Command Guide covers all the commands on the CCNP 642-825 ISCW exam, which focuses on the following topic areas: Connecting Teleworkers Implementing Frame Mode MPLS IPsec VLANs Cisco Device Hardening Cisco IOS Threat Defense Features   CCNP ONT Portable Command Guide covers all the commands on the CCNP 642-845 ONT exam, testing your knowledge of: VoIP Implementations Introduction to IP QoS DiffServ QoS Model Auto QoS Wireless Scalability   CCNP Portable Command Guide Library is part of a recommended learning path from Cisco that can include simulation and hands-on training from authorized Cisco Learning Partners and self-study products from Cisco Press. To find out more about instructor-led, e-learning, and hands-on instruction offered by authorized Cisco Learning Partners, please visit http://www.cisco.com/go/authorizedtraining.   Access all CCNP commands–use each book as a quick offline resource for research and solutions Logical “how-to” topic groupings provide one-stop research Great for review before taking each CCNP certification exam Compact size makes it easy to carry with you, wherever you go “Create Your Own Journal” section with blank, lined pages allows you to personalize the book for your needs “What Do You Want to Do?” chart inside each book’s front cover helps you to quickly reference specific tasks   This library is part of the Cisco Press® Certification Self-Study Product Family, which offers readers a self-paced study routine for Cisco certification exams. Titles in the Cisco Press Certification Self-Study Product Family are part of a recommended learning program from Cisco that includes simulation and hands-on training from authorized Cisco Learning Partners and self-study products from Cisco Press.   Category: Cisco Press–Cisco Certification Covers: BSCI exam 642-901, BCMSN exam 642-812, ISCW exam 642-825, and ONT exam 642-845   $82.99 USA / $90.99 CAN  

Windows may rule the world of popular computing on PCs around the globe, but DOS still has a place in the hearts and minds of computer users who vaguely remember what a C prompt looks like. Even if DOS (with all its arcane commands and its drab, boring look) isn't your idea of the best way to get things done on a PC, you'll find plenty of fast and friendly help on hand with the third edition of DOS For Dummies. Here's a plain-speaking reference guide to all the command-line stuff and nonsense that makes DOS work, whether you're a native DOS user or are an occasional dabbler who needs the operating system to run all those cool games under Windows. DOS For Dummies, 3rd Edition, avoids all the technical jargon to cut to the heart of things with clear, easy-to-understand explanations and step-by-step help for Changing disks and drives Dealing with the DOS prompt Managing files Running DOS inside Windows Installing and running DOS-based software programs Working with the printer and serial ports Using the mouse and keyboard Troubleshooting problems Understanding DOS error messages All the basic DOS commands, from APPEND to XCOPY, are demystified to make life in DOS much more bearable. This handy guide has plenty of helpful tips and tricks for bending DOS to your will, without having to dedicate your life (and all your free time) to mastering this little corner of the PC. Author Dan Gookin's first edition of DOS For Dummies became an international best-seller. He considers himself a computer "guru" whose job it is to remind everyone that computers are not to be taken too seriously. His approach to computers is light and humorous, yet very informative. Gookin mixes his knowledge of computers with a unique, dry sense of humor that keeps you informed – and awake.

Windows may rule the world of popular computing on PCs around the globe, but DOS still has a place in the hearts and minds of computer users who vaguely remember what a C prompt looks like. Even if DOS (with all its arcane commands and its drab, boring look) isn't your idea of the best way to get things done on a PC, you'll find plenty of fast and friendly help on hand with the third edition of DOS For Dummies.Here's a plain-speaking reference guide to all the command-line stuff and nonsense that makes DOS work, whether you're a native DOS user or are an occasional dabbler who needs the operating system to run all those cool games under Windows.DOS For Dummies, 3rd Edition, avoids all the technical jargon to cut to the heart of things with clear, easy-to-understand explanations and step-by-step help forChanging disks and drivesDealing with the DOS promptManaging filesRunning DOS inside WindowsInstalling and running DOS-based software programsWorking with the printer and serial portsUsing the mouse and keyboardTroubleshooting problemsUnderstanding DOS error messagesAll the basic DOS commands, from APPEND to XCOPY, are demystified to make life in DOS much more bearable. This handy guide has plenty of helpful tips and tricks for bending DOS to your will, without having to dedicate your life (and all your free time) to mastering this little corner of the PC.Author Dan Gookin's first edition of DOS For Dummies became an international best-seller. He considers himself a computer "guru" whose job it is to remind everyone that computers are not to be taken too seriously. His approach to computers is light and humorous, yet very informative. Gookin mixes his knowledge of computers with a unique, dry sense of humor that keeps you informed – and awake.

From the author of 1,000 Creative Writing Prompts, this 300 page, 150,000+ word reference tool can serve writers who need characters and need them now! If character development is your problem, this detailed reference tool for any writer is the solution. Imagine if every time you sat down to brainstorm for your stories, scripts and more, you had a notebook full of character ideas ready to spring to life on the page. This time-saving, idea-generating tome can ensure that from protagonist to checkout girl, your characters are fully developed and captivating. Covering a variety of genres, time periods and styles, 1,000 Character Writing Prompts, adds nuance and depth to the typical character stereotypes many writers rely on. The book includes the following archetypes: * Superheroes, sidekicks and secret agents * Monsters, demons and strange creatures * Optimists, pessimists and screw ups * Zombies, werewolves and vampires * Lawyers, doctors and butchers * Rebels, ninjas, actors, villains, pets, babies and many more! Each of the 1,000 character ideas ends with a question or command to push you past your writer's block and into a creative flow state for your future writing sessions. This sequel to author Bryan Cohen's popular 1,000 Creative Writing Prompts can take your writing productivity to a whole new level. Bryan Cohen is a director, a comedian and an author of several books on the art of writing including 1,000 Creative Writing Prompts: Ideas for Blogs, Scripts, Stories and More and Writer on the Side: How to Write Your Book Around Your 9 to 5 Job. His website Build Creative Writing Ideas helps over 240,000 visitors a year to push past writer's block and reach their creative goals. He lives in Chicago.