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Free Tools and Utilities....

Bitdefender On-line Virus Scan

Malwarebytes - Spyware Remover
AVG Free - Free Anti-virus (basic and misses some important viruses but better than nothing) - Paid for version is excellent
CCleaner - Registry Cleaner etc.
Open Office - FREE alternative to Microsoft Office
WinZip - The leading File Compression Utility
WinRar - Another popular file compression utility
DivX - Video Player
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

Gryphon Recommended Software and Equipment...

The products included here are listed because we either know them or we know and like the particular manufacturers range.  We don't make any exaggerated claims for them, simply but that when we are looking for that type of product ourselves they are the first we look at.

Amazon is the worlds biggest On-Line retailer, offering unrivalled prices and excellent service.  Remember if you buy from Amazon, via this site, your contract is with them not us.  Obviously, we want to know about problems, so that we can reflect them in our recommendations, but we are not responsible for any problems you may have.  Please provide feedback to sales@gryphoncomputers.com

 

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Access 2002 for Dummies
Written in plain, understandable English (try to find that in your typical software manual), Access 2002 For Dummies shows you how to make sense of that whole complicated database thing without boring you silly or turning you into a world-class computer geek. Includes Top Ten lists on timesaving techniques, surviving database crises, and tips from those computer geeks to make your database life easier So no matter what you want to use your database for - whether it's to store inventory information, to feed information dynamically to a Web site, or simply to track your business contacts - you can find all the information you need in Access 2002 For Dummies.
Access 2007 All-in-one Desk Reference...
Updated to cover all the latest features and capabilities of Access 2007, this resource provides new and inexperienced Access users with nine task-oriented mini books that cover beginning to advanced-level material. Each mini book covers a specific aspect of Access, such as database design, tables, queries, forms, reports, and macros; shows how to accomplish specific tasks such as database housekeeping, security data, and using; access with the Web Access is the world's leading desktop database solution and is used by millions of people to store, organize, view, analyze, and share data, as well as to build powerful, custom database solutions that integrate with the Web and enterprise data sources.
Access 2007 for Dummies
This title helps you reduce stress with timesaving database shortcuts, and explore database basics and build tables and reports that corral your data. Access has undergone an extreme makeover! Whether you've used one of the older versions or this is your first exposure to Access, here's where you'll find the essentials you need to make this database system work for you. Cruise around the new interface, team up Access with other Office applications, use wizards to automate your work, and much more. Discover how to: create a new Access database; import and export data; build forms for efficient data entry; search tables for specific data; construct custom reports; and customize your database navigation.
Digital Photography for Dummies
Aside from the technical concerns of working with the camera and computer, King also provides sound tips on composition and lighting. And since retouching is one of the principal benefits of digital photography, King spends a fair amount of time discussing photo-editing software. And while most of the examples are in black and white, the most important examples are included in a 16-page colour plate section in the middle of the book. For those of you considering jumping into the world of digital photography, you will be hard pressed to find a better guide
Excel 2003 for Dummies
Excel is the most widely used spreadsheet application in the world, especially in business settings, and is supported in over 40 countries. It is the spreadsheet and data analysis tool attached to the Microsoft Office suite, and this guide is fully updated for the 2003 version.
Excel 2007 for Dummies
Excellent Excel tutorial covering the popular aspects of Excel. Simple, jargon free languages. With more than 2.5 million copies in print of previous editions, Excel For Dummies is the one indispensable guide to Excel, and this updated edition has been completely rewritten to reflect extensive changes in Excel 2007
Excel Data Analysis for Dummies
Ready to take Excel to the next level? This plain-English guide covers all of these concepts, and more, to ensure that you're using Excel to its fullest capacity: Harnessing information in lists - Querying external databases and Web pages tables - Cleaning data with text functions - Building and working with PivotTables - Customizing PivotCharts - Using the statistics functions - Understanding Optimization Modeling If all this talk of statistics and advanced tools makes you light-headed, don't worry. Excel Data Analysis For Dummies distills the most important fundamentals into everyday language. You'll find just enough information to help you get your work done - without leaving you gasping for air in a sea of technobabble. It'd be a real shame if you didn't at least know what bells and whistles Excel has to offer and the basic steps that you need to use them.
Excel Formulas and Functions for Dummies
Targets beginning to intermediate Excel users seeking real--world examples of how they can use Excel's powerful built--in functions Shows readers how to use Excel functions in formulas to help them decide between buying and leasing a car, calculate mortgage costs, compute grades, evaluate investment performance, figure college expenses, and more Gives explanations and examples of real--world situations Provides an abbreviated discussion of an additional 200 functions Excel commands nearly 90 percent of the market for spreadsheet applications; although this book is written for Excel 2003, the functions described are in earlier versions as well
Office 2003 for Dummies
If you have "Microsoft Office 2003 For Dummies" and just use it to create documents and for e-mail, that's like having the ultimate gourmet kitchen and only cooking frozen dinners or having a 42" plasma high-definition, sound surround TV and only watching old reruns. This book will help you take control of Office 2003 and use it to take control of your life at work or at home. It covers Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access. (Note that not all versions of Office 2003 have Access.) You'll learn how to create all kinds of documents, set up and use databases, create spreadsheets and do all kinds of numerical calculations and computations, and present your creations in style.
Office 2007 for Dummies
What's new at the Office? A lot, and this book takes you through all the cool changes and enhancements so you can rev up and go. It helps you find your way around the new interface, dress up your documents, create spreadsheets that actually make sense, give presentations that wow your audience, and organize your life. You can discover: how to locate commands on the Ribbon Use; Live Preview; how to stop spam with Outlook[registered]; how to format and enhance Word documents; how to work with Excel[registered] formulas; and, store and find data in Access.
Outlook 2007 for Dummies
Most users take advantage of only two percent of Outlook's power; this book shows them how to harness frequently overlooked tricks and techniques that can significantly boost productivity. It shows how to manage time and information in the new interface, covering instant searches, the To-Do bar, color categories, and task integration with OneNote, Project, Access, and Windows SharePoint Services. It explains how to connect across boundaries with access to WSS data, two-way sync and offline access, calendar sharing, smart scheduling, RSS support, electronic business cards, and the improved out-of-office assistant. It demonstrates how to stay safe and in control with the improved spam filter, anti-phishing capabilities, e-mail postmark features, e-mail folder organization, and information rights management.
Powerpoint 2003 for Dummies
PowerPoint is one of the standard components of Microsoft Office. With over 120 million users worldwide, it is one of the most popular presentation programs available. It is highly versatile and can be used in many events including: Conferences; Class lessons and lectures; Business meetings; and Seminars. "PowerPoint 2003 For Dummies" lays down the basic functions to help you get started creating great slides, as well as some tips and tricks for improving your presentation. Chapters focus on useful topics like: inserting texts, visuals, and notes in your slides; editing content and images; importing data from other applications; working with hyperlinks and action buttons; creating Web pages from your slides; presenting your slides online; designing your own images for slides; adding video, animation, and sound; and troubleshooting, such as using the Assistant, repairs, and online resources.
PowerPoint 2007 for Dummies
New and inexperienced PowerPoint users will discover how to use the latest enhancements to PowerPoint 2007 quickly and efficiently so that they can produce unique and informative presentations. PowerPoint continues to be the world's most popular presentation software. This updated "For Dummies" guide shows users different ways to create powerful and effective slideshow presentations that incorporate data from other applications in the form of charts, clip art, sound, and video. It shares the key features of PowerPoint 2007 including creating and editing slides, working with hyperlinks and action buttons, and preparing presentations for the Web.
Web Site Optimization for Dummies
A Web site's position in search results will affect the number of times it is visited; this book shows Web site designers, owners, and Search Engine Optimizers (SEOs) how to build sites that rank high in the search engines (Google, Yahoo, MSN, Inktomi, Alta Vista, Overture) and generate high traffic. This is the first book to cover the entire spectrum of search engine optimization, including important though often-ignored search systems, such as specialty directories and Yellow Pages
Windows Vista for Dummies
Excellent guide to Microsoft Vista. Designed for less experienced PC users. Simple, jargon free (ish) and well designed.
Windows XP for Dummies
Windows XP for Dummies does a good job in its role as the flagship of the Dummies line, providing Windows novices with a guided introduction to Microsoft's latest and most feature-rich operating system for everyday computer users. Its treatment of computer, Windows and Internet fundamentals is among the best on the market, and author Andy Rathbone has an appealing way of writing that's simultaneously fun and detail-rich. If you're a Windows novice--meaning you don't know how to undelete a file that's been sent to the Recycle Bin, or what a Web browser is, or what it means to "cut and paste" text--you will get a lot out of Rathbone's work.
Word 2003 for Dummies
Word 2003 For Dummies" shows you all the essentials of building, reviewing, and adding cool new features to Word documents. No wonder the previous editions sold over 1.7 million copies. This book makes it easy to catch on, because it: adopts a beginner's point of view in order to show you the basics of running the program; includes complete walkthroughs for many features; reveals tips, tricks, and wizards to make Word a snap; covers more advanced techniques, making it a reliable reference at any level.
Word 2007 for Dummies
Dan Gookin's "For Dummies guides to Word" have consistently led the pack, selling more than 1.7 million copies in previous editions. The author's irreverent sense of humor and crystal-clear prose make getting up to speed on Word a snap. It is thoroughly updated to cover Word's new interface, new file format options, and new collaboration and connectivity features. It is an essential resource for everyone who wants to hit the ground running with Word 2007 and make the most of all the new features.

 

 

 

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