Enhanced Discovering Computers, Introductory: Your Interactive Guide to the Digital World, 2013 Edition

by Misty E. Vermaat

Overview

Students are guided through the latest trends in computer concepts and technology in an exciting and easy-to-follow format. Updated for currency, DISCOVERING COMPUTERS provides s the most up-to-date information on the latest technology in today's digital world.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781133593461
Publisher:	Cengage Learning
Publication date:	03/12/2012
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	832
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 10.60(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

Misty E. Vermaat has more than 25 years of experience in the field of computer and information technology. In addition to consulting in the field, she was an Associate Professor at Purdue University Calumet, teaching or developing Microsoft Office, computer concepts, database management, systems analysis and design, and programming courses. Since 1990, Ms. Vermaat has led the development of the Shelly Cashman Series and has written or co-authored numerous Series textbooks, including many editions of DISCOVERING COMPUTERS, DISCOVERING COMPUTERS FUNDAMENTALS, and Microsoft Word books.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Computers. Special Feature: Timeline. 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. 6. Output. Special Feature: Digital Video Technology. 7. Storage. 8. Operating Systems and Utility Programs. Special Feature: Buyer's Guide. 9. Communications and Networks. 10. Database Management. 11. Computer Security and Safety, Ethics, and Privacy. Special Feature: Digital Forensics. Appendices. A: Quiz Yourself Answers. B: Computer Acronyms C: Coding Schemes and Number Systems. Student Success Guide. Quick Reference.