This book focuses on upgrades and add-ons that any consumer level user can make with their PC. It uses the highly visual layout of the the incredibly successful How it Works series to make upgrading a snap. It goes beyond most hardware books by addressing more than just the nuts, bolts, and techie connections of hardware. Each chapter looks at: *Determining the type of upgrade you need *Tools, requirements, and physical installation *Windows and application setup for your new hardware *Using the hardware once you have it installed *Tips and tricks for getting the most from your investment This unique approach brings together all of the pre-purchase, installation, and usage issues a user will face.