Computers Are Your Future Complete 2005 Edition
United States Edition
7th Edition
Published on 26. March 2004
Book
Paperback/Softback
592 pages
978-0-13-113970-1 (ISBN)
Description
For courses in Computer Concepts, Introduction to Computers, Computer Literacy/MIS, CIS, Computer Science, and Business.
This introduction to computers is noted for its lucid explanations of computing concepts, practical application of technology theory, and emphasis on the historical and societal impacts of technological innovations. It features integrated coverage of computer information systems, networking, email, and the Internet. Very visual with extensive end-of-chapter material, this best-selling text will cover everything your students need to learn in a computer concepts course. Note: The previous edition was under the author name - Pfaffenberger.
This introduction to computers is noted for its lucid explanations of computing concepts, practical application of technology theory, and emphasis on the historical and societal impacts of technological innovations. It features integrated coverage of computer information systems, networking, email, and the Internet. Very visual with extensive end-of-chapter material, this best-selling text will cover everything your students need to learn in a computer concepts course. Note: The previous edition was under the author name - Pfaffenberger.
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Edition
7th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Pearson Education (US)
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Weight
1000 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-13-113970-1 (9780131139701)
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Content
1. Computers, the Web and You.
Spotlight 1: Ethics.
2. System Software: The Operating Environment.
3. Application Software: Tools for Productivity.
Spotlight 2: Microsoft Office.
4. Inside the System Unit.
5. Input/Output and Storage.
Spotlight 3: File Management.
6. Networks: Communicating and Sharing Resources.
7. The Internet and World Wide Web.
8. Wired and Wireless Communications.
Spotlight 4: Buying and Upgrading Your Computer System.
9. E-Commerce, Privacy and Security.
10. Databases and Information Systems.
11. Systems Analysis and Design.
Spotlight 5: Multimedia and Virtual Reality.
12. Programming Languages and Program Development.
13. Careers and Certification.
14. Enterprise Computing.
Spotlight 6: Emerging Technologies.
Acronym Finder.
Glossary.
Illustration Credits.
Index.
Spotlight 1: Ethics.
2. System Software: The Operating Environment.
3. Application Software: Tools for Productivity.
Spotlight 2: Microsoft Office.
4. Inside the System Unit.
5. Input/Output and Storage.
Spotlight 3: File Management.
6. Networks: Communicating and Sharing Resources.
7. The Internet and World Wide Web.
8. Wired and Wireless Communications.
Spotlight 4: Buying and Upgrading Your Computer System.
9. E-Commerce, Privacy and Security.
10. Databases and Information Systems.
11. Systems Analysis and Design.
Spotlight 5: Multimedia and Virtual Reality.
12. Programming Languages and Program Development.
13. Careers and Certification.
14. Enterprise Computing.
Spotlight 6: Emerging Technologies.
Acronym Finder.
Glossary.
Illustration Credits.
Index.