
Mastering Computing
William J. Buchanan(Author)
Red Globe Press
Published on 15. July 2002
Book
Paperback/Softback
X, 442 pages
978-0-333-74806-0 (ISBN)
Description
Computing is an area which continues to grow each year. This book covers the
main areas of computing, including programming, computer hardware, operating systems, the Internet, data communications and networking. It uses practical examples to show basic concepts, is packed full of diagrams showing important principles, and contains multiple-choice questions to test knowledge and understanding. The book uses a readable style, and is aimed at students studying for Advanced GNVQ, A-level, HND and BSc courses.
main areas of computing, including programming, computer hardware, operating systems, the Internet, data communications and networking. It uses practical examples to show basic concepts, is packed full of diagrams showing important principles, and contains multiple-choice questions to test knowledge and understanding. The book uses a readable style, and is aimed at students studying for Advanced GNVQ, A-level, HND and BSc courses.
Reviews / Votes
'This is an up-to-date general, in-depth introduction to computing covering a broad spectrum of crucial areas.' - The BooksellerMore details
Series
Edition
2002
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
College/higher education
Adult education
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 189 mm
Thickness: 24 mm
Weight
875 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-333-74806-0 (9780333748060)
DOI
10.1057/9781403914675
Schweitzer Classification
Person
WILLIAM BUCHANAN is a Senior Lecturer in School of Computing, Napier University. He is the Series Editor of Computing and IT for the Palgrave Masters Series, and has written many books on Computing, Electronics, Networking and Computer Engineering. His research relates to Networking and Intelligent Industrial Control.
Content
Introduction.- Applications and Effects.- Systems Development.- Data Representation in Computers.- Hardware.- Peripherals.- System Software.- Programming Concepts.- Files and Databases.- Data Communication and Networking.- The Internet, Intranet and the WWW.- Software Engineering.- Viruses and Security.