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Understanding Computers: Today and Tomorrow, Introductory, International Edition

Paperback

Main Details

Title Understanding Computers: Today and Tomorrow, Introductory, International Edition
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Charles S. Parker
By (author) Deborah Morley
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback
Pages:440
Dimensions(mm): Height 277,Width 217
Category/GenreComputing - general
ISBN/Barcode 9781133190035
ClassificationsDewey:004
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Edition 14th edition

Publishing Details

Publisher Cengage Learning, Inc
Imprint South-Western College Publishing
Publication Date 5 June 2012
Publication Country United States

Description

UNDERSTANDIING COMPUTERS: TODAY AND TOMORROW, INTRODUCTORY, 14e, International Edition gives readers a classic introduction to computer concepts with a modern twist! Known for its emphasis on industry insight and societal issues, this text makes concepts relevant to today's career-focused students.

Author Biography

Deborah Morley has authored more than ten popular computer textbooks, including UNDERSTANDING COMPUTERS: TODAY AND TOMORROW and UNDERSTANDING COMPUTERS IN A CHANGING SOCIETY. Professor Morley earned her B.S. and M.S. degrees in Business Information Systems from California State University, Fresno. Today she offers more than ten years of experience teaching at the college level.

Reviews

1. Introduction to the World of Computers. 2. The System Unit: Processing and Memory. 3. Storage. 4. Input and Output. 5. System Software: Operating Systems and Utility Programs. 6. Application Software. 7. Computer Networks. 8. The Internet and the World Wide Web. 9. Network and Internet Security. References and Resources Guide. Glossary/Index.