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Discovering Computers: Fundamentals 4th Edition
This fourth edition, from the Shelly Cashman Series, covers the same breadth, but with less depth as Discovering Computers 2008: Complete. This title is ideal for a short course on computer concepts or in application software courses. With the Shelly Cashman Series' project-oriented, step-by-step pedagogy, and full-color screenshots, this book includes
new exercises, and tools on the Online Companion. Updated for currency, students will learn the latest trends in technology and computer concepts.
1. Introduction to Computers
Special Feature: Timeline: Milestones in Computer History
2. The Internet and World Wide Web
Special Feature: Making Use of the Web
3. Application Software
4. The Components of the System Unit
5. Input and Output
Special Feature: Digital Imaging and Video Technology
6. Storage
7. Operating Systems and Utility Programs
Special Feature: Buyer's Guide: How to Purchase a Personal Computer
8. Communications and Networks
9. Database Management
10. Computer Security, Ethics, and Privacy
Special Feature: Digital Entertainment
11. Information System Development and Programming Languages
12. Enterprise Computing
Appendix A: Quiz Yourself Answers
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