Computing Essentials 2008 Introductory Edition
Timothy J. O’Leary, Linda I. O'Leary · McGraw-Hill, Inc. eBooks · 2007
Computing Essentials 2008 Intro edition is a computing concepts text that focuses on current coverage of a broad range of computing topics, including computer components, applications software, databases, storage devices, etc. This O'Leary concepts text provides a complete learning package focusing on the most important and essential concepts of information technology. Students are given a streamlined, concise, attractive approach to the fundamental issues surrounding the world of computing. Features include strong concept reinforecement, relevant research, new application-based material, easy-to-follow design and student friendly design. This text also correlates with SimNet Online, our online training and assessment program for office 2007 and also computing concepts!. Table of contents Computing Essentials 2008, Introductory Edition Chapter 1 Information Technology, the Internet, and You Chapter 2 The Internet, the Web, and Electronic Commerce Chapter 3 Basic Application Software Chapter 4 Specialized Application Software Chapter 5 System Software Chapter 6 The System Unit Chapter 7 Input and Output Chapter 8 Secondary Storage Chapter 9 Communication and Networks Chapter 10 Privacy and Security Chapter 11 Your Future and Information Technology Appendices The Evolution of the Computer Age The Buyer?s Guide: How to Buy Your Own Microcomputer System The Upgrade?s Guide: How to Upgrade Your Microcomputer System