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Supercommunicator

Supercommunicator

Explaining the Complicated So Anyone Can Understand

Ciprian's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 1.0

On Jun 25, 2014 Ciprian Rusen wrote: A simple guide… or maybe not
The book falls flat from the get-go and it doesn't pick itself up later on. It's full of overwritten paragraphs, self-promotion and confusing jargon. It was downright painful to read Full Review >

Windows PowerShell 3.0 First Steps

Windows PowerShell 3.0 First Steps

Ciprian's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Mar 18, 2014 Ciprian Rusen wrote: That's How That Works... But Here's Why
The author takes a fairly complex subject and one of the most complex tools that have ever been included in Windows and explains it in a way that's both easy to understand and interesting enough to keep you hooked. I have never used PowerShell before but, after reading the book, I can safely say that I have a basic understanding of what PowerShell is, how it works and who would best benefit from its usage. Full Review >

The Book of Audacity

The Book of Audacity

Record, Edit, Mix, and Master with the Free Audio Editor

Ciprian's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 4.0

On Jan 13, 2014 Ciprian Rusen wrote: The Book of Audacity is a great book for anyone that wants to learn how to make full use of Audacity.
The Book of Audacity takes the best possible approach to learning how to use the program. Beginning with the very basics of making a recording, editing and playback, the author walks the reader through introductory projects, emphasizing a hands-on approach to each feature. Full Review >

Take Control of Your Online Privacy

Take Control of Your Online Privacy

Ciprian's rating: StarStarStarStarStar 5.0

On Oct 16, 2013 Ciprian Rusen wrote: Take Control of your Online Privacy
The author, Joe Kissell, draws the reader in right from the get-go with a straightforward introduction to the book's purpose, followed by an equally straightforward challenge: Learn what you have to hide. As he points out, many of us may assume we have nothing to hide, but that just simply isn't so. Even the most innocent person has plenty to hide, and there are plenty of ways to keep snoopers out. Full Review >

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