I have several old Apple IIs, a TRS-80 (new in the box), and a few other older computers. I would like to get them all running again, if possible. I have been putting computers together since the late 80s, but have little knowledge of actual computer electronics repair (soldering, replacing broken wires, etc.). I would appreciate any suggestions about good, accurate, thorough books to purchase so that I can start teaching myself the basics. There are a number of such books out there, but I am having difficulty evaluating the accuracy and thoroughness of them.

I have several old Apple IIs, a TRS-80 (new in the box), and a few other older computers. I would like to get them all running again, if possible. I have been putting computers together since the late 80s, but have little knowledge of actual computer electronics repair (soldering, replacing broken wires, etc.). I would appreciate any suggestions about good, accurate, thorough books to purchase so that I can start teaching myself the basics. There are a number of such books out there, but I am having difficulty evaluating the accuracy and thoroughness of them. Since this question is probably not of interest to many others on the list, please feel free to email me any suggestions at jephraim at ci.southlake.tx.us Many thanks! Jesse Ephraim Adult Services Librarian Southlake Public Library 1400 Main Street, Suite 130 Southlake, TX 76092 (817) 748-8247 jephraim at ci.southlake.tx.us "A circulating library in a town is as an evergreen tree of diabolical knowledge." - Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1751-1816)