Dimensions
156 x 234 x 8mm
Based on a popular series of articles in Yachting Monthly, this book takes a modern, hands-on look at using PCs at sea. Tim Thornton's accessible style and helpful use of colour photographs and diagrams gives readers the tools to maximise the benefits of using computers at sea whilst avoiding common problems. Up to the minute, practical and tackling a range of issues for sailors, motor boaters, cruisers and racers, this comprehensive book covers communications and entertainment systems as well as navigation.
Topics covered include Hardware Options (what does what, what is most suitable for your needs, linking equipment); Voice Communications; Data, email and internet; Obtaining Weather Data; Navigating with a PC; Entertainment Systems.
A user-friendly and important book, this is first place to go for all boaters wanting the last word on computers at sea.
