Discovering Computers - Fundamentals
7th Edition
Published on 1. August 2010
Book
Paperback/Softback
552 pages
978-1-4390-8119-8 (ISBN)
Description
"Discovering Computers Fundamentals, International Edition" covers the same breadth, but with less depth than "Discovering Computers 2011, Complete". The text is ideal for use in a short course on computer concepts or in application software courses because of its thorough and concise coverage. Students will gain a solid understanding of the current trends in technology and computer concepts as they are applied to today's digital world. Updated for currency, this book and the robust Online Companion provide students with the most up-to-date information on the latest technology in today's digital world.
More details
Edition
7th Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Mason, OH
United States
Publishing group
Cengage Learning, Inc
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
col. Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 275 mm
Width: 215 mm
Thickness: 24 mm
Weight
1100 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4390-8119-8 (9781439081198)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition
Book
04/2009
South-Western
€99.35
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Content
1. Introduction to Computers. Special Feature: Timeline 2011. 2. The Internet and World Wide Web. Special Feature: Making Use of the Web. 3. Application Software. Special Feature: Digital Communications. 4. The Components of the System Unit. 5. Input and Output. Special Feature: Digital Video Technology. 6. Storage. 7. Operating Systems and Utility Programs. Special Feature: Buyer's Guide 2011. 8. Communications and Networks. 9. Database Management. 10. Computer Security and Safety , Ethics, and Privacy. 11. Information System Development and Programming Languages. 12. Enterprise Computing. Special Feature: Living Digitally. Appendix A: Quiz Yourself Answers.