Fully updated to cover new hardware and technology
Here's how to choose a scanner, set it up, and start capturing images
Flatbed or sheet-fed? USB or FireWire? And what the heck is a dpi, anyway? This handy guide tells you all that and more - everything you need to know to get the most use, and fun, out of your scanner. Choose the right image editing software, share photos online, even get the scoop on tricks the experts use.
All this on the bonus CD-ROM

• Evaluation versions of Paint Shop Pro and Photo Album
• Adobe Photoshop Elements and Acrobat Professional tryout versions
• Mac GraphicConverter and VueScan trial versions
• SnapCopier(TM) and Ulead PhotoImpact XL trial versions

Discover how to:

• Buy the right scanner for your needs
• Choose your software
• Fine-tune your scans
• Select and install extra equipment
• Edit images like a pro
• Keep your scanner happy and healthy

* According to a new eBrain Market Research survey, 18 per cent of households that own a desktop computer plan to purchase a scanner in the coming year * Covers scanner fundamentals, including basic scanning tasks, image editing, maintaining a scanner, advanced scanning techniques, scanner projects, tips and tricks for better scanning and editing, and much more * Provides expert advice on selecting, purchasing, installing, setting up, and using a scanner properly and efficiently * Includes a CD-ROM packed with trial versions of several image editing software programs, image display software, scanning software, handy utility software, and more * Covers both PC and Mac platforms and is significantly updated from the previous edition, with new content covering the latest scanner models and image editing software

Mark L. Chambers has been a computer consultant, programmer, hardware technician, tech editor, and author for more than 20 years. He has written over 15 computer books.