Introduction to Computers for Engineering and Technology
Published on 12. October 2000
Book
Mixed media product
752 pages
978-0-13-227786-0 (ISBN)
Description
For Freshmen-level courses in Introduction to Computers in departments of computer science, technology, and engineering.
This text provides a detailed, yet straightforward treatment of all facets of the personal computer. It focuses on hardware principles, software applications, and troubleshooting-with a strong pedagogy that enables students to apply numerous concepts to real-world computer situations. The focus of this book is on preparing TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING STUDENTS with the basic computer skills and applications she/he needs to complete his/her course of study and enter the workforce.
This text provides a detailed, yet straightforward treatment of all facets of the personal computer. It focuses on hardware principles, software applications, and troubleshooting-with a strong pedagogy that enables students to apply numerous concepts to real-world computer situations. The focus of this book is on preparing TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING STUDENTS with the basic computer skills and applications she/he needs to complete his/her course of study and enter the workforce.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Pearson Education (US)
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 279 mm
Width: 216 mm
Weight
1000 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-13-227786-0 (9780132277860)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Content
I. INTRODUCTION.
1. Using the Instructional System.
2. Electrical and Mechanical Safety.
3. Microcomputer Familiarization.
II. THE DISK OPERATING SYSTEM.
4. Using Floppy Disks.
5. Introduction to DOS.
6. DOS Commands and File Management.
7. Configuring DOS with CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT.
8. DOS Utilities.
III. THE WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM.
9. An Overview of Windows 3.x.
10. An Introduction to Windows 95 and Windows 98.
11. An Introduction to Windows NT.
12. The Desktop.
13. The Control Panel.
14. Windows Explorer.
15. Managing Printers.
16. Accessories.
17. An Introduction to Networking with Windows.
18. Installing New Software.
19. Installing New Hardware.
20. Other Network Operating Systems.
IV. COMPUTER NETWORKS.
21. What Is a Computer Network?
22. Network Topology.
23. Networking Hardware.
24. Networking Protocols.
25. Network Applications.
26. The Internet.
27. Windows NT Domains.
28. An Introduction to Telecommunications.
V. MICROCOMPUTER SYSTEMS.
29. Computer Environments.
30. System Teardown and Assembly.
31. Power Supplies.
32. Floppy Disk Drives.
33. The Motherboard Microprocessor and Coprocessor.
34. The Motherboard Memory.
35. Motherboard Expansion Slots.
36. Power-On Self-Test (POST).
37. Motherboard Replacement and Setup.
38. Hard Disk Fundamentals.
39. Hard Drive Backup.
40. Hard Disk Replacement and File Recovery.
41. Video Monitors and Video Adapters.
42. The Computer Printer.
43. Keyboards and Mice.
44. Telephone Modems.
45. CD-ROM and Sound Card Operation.
46. Multimedia Devices.
VI. APPLICATION SOFTWARE.
47. Word Processors.
48. Spreadsheets.
49. Databases.
50. Presentation Software.
51. Web Development.
52. Science and Technology.
VII. SELECTED TOPICS.
53. An Introduction to Intel Microprocessor Architecture.
54. Computer Languages.
55. Hardware and Software Interrupts.
56. The Advanced Intel Microprocessors.
57. A Detailed Look at the System BIOS.
58. Windows Internal Architecture.
59. Computer Viruses.
60. A Typical Computer Center.
Appendix A. - ASCII Character Set.
Answers to Odd-Numbered Self-Test Questions.
Index.
1. Using the Instructional System.
2. Electrical and Mechanical Safety.
3. Microcomputer Familiarization.
II. THE DISK OPERATING SYSTEM.
4. Using Floppy Disks.
5. Introduction to DOS.
6. DOS Commands and File Management.
7. Configuring DOS with CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT.
8. DOS Utilities.
III. THE WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM.
9. An Overview of Windows 3.x.
10. An Introduction to Windows 95 and Windows 98.
11. An Introduction to Windows NT.
12. The Desktop.
13. The Control Panel.
14. Windows Explorer.
15. Managing Printers.
16. Accessories.
17. An Introduction to Networking with Windows.
18. Installing New Software.
19. Installing New Hardware.
20. Other Network Operating Systems.
IV. COMPUTER NETWORKS.
21. What Is a Computer Network?
22. Network Topology.
23. Networking Hardware.
24. Networking Protocols.
25. Network Applications.
26. The Internet.
27. Windows NT Domains.
28. An Introduction to Telecommunications.
V. MICROCOMPUTER SYSTEMS.
29. Computer Environments.
30. System Teardown and Assembly.
31. Power Supplies.
32. Floppy Disk Drives.
33. The Motherboard Microprocessor and Coprocessor.
34. The Motherboard Memory.
35. Motherboard Expansion Slots.
36. Power-On Self-Test (POST).
37. Motherboard Replacement and Setup.
38. Hard Disk Fundamentals.
39. Hard Drive Backup.
40. Hard Disk Replacement and File Recovery.
41. Video Monitors and Video Adapters.
42. The Computer Printer.
43. Keyboards and Mice.
44. Telephone Modems.
45. CD-ROM and Sound Card Operation.
46. Multimedia Devices.
VI. APPLICATION SOFTWARE.
47. Word Processors.
48. Spreadsheets.
49. Databases.
50. Presentation Software.
51. Web Development.
52. Science and Technology.
VII. SELECTED TOPICS.
53. An Introduction to Intel Microprocessor Architecture.
54. Computer Languages.
55. Hardware and Software Interrupts.
56. The Advanced Intel Microprocessors.
57. A Detailed Look at the System BIOS.
58. Windows Internal Architecture.
59. Computer Viruses.
60. A Typical Computer Center.
Appendix A. - ASCII Character Set.
Answers to Odd-Numbered Self-Test Questions.
Index.