For Dummies®- References for the Rest of Us!™

Are you intimidated and confused by computers? Do you find that traditional reference books are overloaded with technical details and advice you'll never use? Do you postpone important life decisions because you just don't want to deal with them? Then the For Dummies series of reference books is for you.

For Dummies reference books are written for those frustrated and hard-working souls who know they're not dumb, but find that the technical complexities of computers and the myriad of personal and business issues — and all the accompanying horror stories — make them feel helpless. For Dummies books use a lighthearted approach, a down-to-earth style, and even cartoons and humorous icons to dispel fears and inspire confidence. Lighthearted but not lightweight, For Dummies books are the perfect survival guide for anyone who finds themselves in difficult situations.

For more information on what makes a For Dummies book, check out The For Dummies Experience. And if you'd like to learn about the history of the For Dummies brand, visit The For Dummies Success Story.

The For Dummies is proudly part of the John Wiley & Sons stable of educational and reference books.

About John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

John Wiley & Sons, Inc., was founded in 1807, during the Jefferson presidency. In the early years, Wiley was best known for publishing the works of Washington Irving, Edgar Allan Poe, Herman Melville, and other 19th-century American literary giants. By the turn of the century, Wiley was established as a leading publisher of scientific and technical information.

In recent years, the company has focused its efforts on delivering Wiley's deep reservoir of "must-have" content to global communities of interest. The company has formed many collaborative relationships in order to further this objective; partners include Dow Jones/Wall Street Journal, CNBC and PricewaterhouseCoopers, among others. In 2001, Wiley acquired Hungry Minds, Inc., the largest acquisition in the company's history. Through it, a portfolio of high-profile brands came under the Wiley umbrella, including the For Dummies series.

For more information on John Wiley & Sons, Inc., visit wiley.com.

Cables To Go™ - Industry Leading Connectivity Solutions

Since 1984, Cables To Go™ has been a leading manufacturer of high quality, cost-effective connectivity solutions for the IT, audio/video, and consumer electronics industries. Our diverse product offering of over 5,000 standards-based, off-the-shelf solutions provides our customers a single-source for all of their cabling and connectivity needs. We differentiate ourselves from our competition by the level of customer service and product innovation we provide our customers. Our tagline of "Service Through Every Connection" is indicative of this commitment to our customers, and we demonstrate this commitment every day through:

  • Providing highly accessible and knowledgeable pre- and post-sales support: Many of our customers don't know what product they need for their specific application which is where our sales team earns its stripes every day. Our responsibility to our customers is to help them determine which solution is right for their particular application and why it is the right solution. And while cabling and connectivity is second nature to us, we understand that sometimes additional support is needed during installation which is why we provide free technical support on every product we sell.
  • Broad and deep product offering: Cables To Go™ not only sells the most common products in the most common configurations, we also sell uncommon products in uncommon configurations. This enables us to provide our customers an exact fit and not a cobbled together "it should work" solution.
  • Focus: At Cables To Go™ you won't find computers, HDTVs, or datacom racks. However, you will find all of the connectivity products needed to develop an end-to-end solution. We know what we do great and remain focused on it so that we can bring real value to our customers.
  • Single-point of contact and accountability: Should a customer ever have an issue he or she can be assured that one person will get it resolved quickly.
  • International capabilities: Cables To Go™ has manufacturing capabilities in both the U.S. and off-shore. If we don't stock the solution needed then we can build it and support varying volumes through our international capabilities.
  • Availability: Cables To Go™ has a vast inventory in the U.S. and United Kingdom that is complemented by a robust distribution network. Our products are widely available through distributors and VARs throughout North America and the U.K.
  • Innovative products: While all of our solutions are standards-based, that doesn't mean they aren't innovative. We have added features to many of our products that improve both usability and flexibility. Our RapidRun™ line provides users an easy-to-install, easy-to-terminate modular cabling system. Our VGA270 and FlexUSB lines provide additional accessibility to the ports on PCs and HDTVs. We are constantly looking for ways to make technology more usable.

At Cables To Go™, our mission is simple: to provide an extraordinary customer experience. Through our people we deliver the service that sets us apart from our competition.

About the HDTV Cable Kit For Dummies™

Cables To Go™ has teamed up with John Wiley and Sons, Inc. to bring understanding of HDTV connectivity to the masses with the HDTV Cable Kit For Dummies. The kit leverages For For Dummies how-to expertise and quality Cables To Go™ products to provide customers a simple yet effective solution for connecting HDTVs and their associated components. Through the included installation booklet and poster, customers are provide the steps to get their HDTV systems connected quickly and easily, all in a language that is fun and never condescending. Available Fall 2008 through leading retailers, the HDTV Cable Kit For Dummies removes guesswork and puts the enjoyment back into working with technology.