Understanding Computers: Today and Tomorrow, International Edition gives yourstudents a classic introduction to computer concepts with a modern twist! Known for its emphasis on industry insight, this text makes concepts relevant to today's career-focused students. INDICE: INTRODUCTION MODULE. 1: Introduction to the World of Computers. HARDWARE MODULE. 2: The System Unit: Processing and Memory. 3: Storage. 4: Inputand Output. SOFTWARE MODULE. 5: System Software: Operating systems and Utility Programs. 6: Application Software. NETWORKS AND THE INTERNET MODULE. 7: Computer Networks. 8: The Internet and World Wide Web. 9: Network and Internet Security. WEB APPLICATIONS MODULE. 10: Multimedia and the Web. 11: E-Commerce. SYSTEMS MODULE. 12: Information Systems and System Development. 13: Program Development and Programming Languages. 14: Databases and Database Management Systems. COMPUTERS AND SOCIETY MODULE. 15: Computer Security and Privacy. 16: Intellectual Property Rights, Ethics, health, Access, and the Environment. References and Resources Guide. Credits. Glossary/Index.
- ISBN: 978-0-538-74248-1
- Editorial: South Western College
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 760
- Fecha Publicación: 04/07/2010
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés