Electronics and the world of high tech in general have exploded in popularity during the past couple of decades. Most people either own a pc or have access to one and advancements in other technologies have led many to discover new and better ways to type letters, take pictures, and more. One magazine that keeps its readers a step ahead in the race for technology is PC World, a magazine about personal computers and a whole lot more.
Features of This Magazine:
Each issue of PC World contains about 100 to 150 pages with the following departments:
Techlog- This is a one- page opener from the Editor in Chief.
Letters- Here, readers will find letters from other readers.
Consumer Watch- New products and services that can help consumers, advice on potential problems, etc. are found here.
Hassle- Free PC- In this monthly department, PC World diagnoses a common pc problem complete with a simple fix.
Gadget Freak- New devices are spotlighted here.
Bugs and Fixes- Similar to Hassle Free PC, but in this department, the problems specifically relate to software bugs, viruses, etc.
Full Disclosure- The final close to each issue, this department offers some thoughtful commentary on a technology subject.
Other areas found in every issue that are not officially classified as departments include product reviews, news and trends, and general tips organized according to topic (hardware tips, software tips, internet tips, etc.). There are also about three or four longer featured articles in each issue.
Cost to Subscribe:
PC World sells for a base price of about $20 for 12 monthly issues. It’s one of those magazines that is difficult to find for a lower price. With enough dedication to the cause, potential subscribers can surf the internet and find a better price, but most magazine web sites sell this magazine for the standard base rate, give or take $1 or $2.
Customer Service/On- Line Site:
The web site for this magazine is pcworld.com. This site is much more than just a site for a magazine. It’s a full- service personal computer/electronics web site complete with advice, reviews, and other facts.
Final Thoughts:
PC World Magazine is one of the best publications of its kind and it’s a magazine I have been reading for many years. I first became interested in computers when the internet started to explode in popularity back in the late 1990’s. I quickly adapted to this new medium and, a short time later, added PC World to my long list of subscription reading material.
This magazine has much to offer each month and it is one of a handful of magazines that are good enough to read most of the articles in each issue. I think I speak for most people when I say that I usually read only a fraction of most of the magazines that make their way into my hands. Not only do I not have time to indulge in lengthy magazine reading, I also have little interest in many of the departments and longer articles in most magazines.
But PC World is different. I like most of the monthly departments and I read through most of them in each issue. Even the opening section, Techlog, often has something useful to read; in direct contrast to most magazines that have nothing important to say in the editor’s opener. The do- it- yourself fix it sessions are also quite helpful. I have found many answers to common problems in the Hassle Free PC section and in the individual “tips” sections found in every issue.
Among the different sections of PC World, the one I look forward to most of all is the reviews section. Even when I have no interest in buying a specific product, I still like to look at the reviews, not only to find out about new products and how they stack up, but also to see if there are any products mentioned that I currently own/use so I can evaluate PC World’s review.
If you think PC World is strictly a magazine about computers, monitors, and printers, think again. This magazine is much more than that. It attempts to cover many different types of electronics in every issue and that includes things like cell phones, DVD players, digital cameras, MP3 players, and about any other electronic product under the sun. If it plugs in and is considered a work of technology, there is a good chance PC World will talk about it.
Overall, PC World ranks as one of my favorite computer/electronic magazines and it is one of the few publications that holds my interest all the way through. The writing is intelligent and practical without getting too technical and the reviews, monthly departments, and other areas are all top- notch, making PC World a very good choice of reading material.
Recommended:
Yes
Primary Reason for Buying: Product Reviews/Information Recommended For: Anyone
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