Computing Now

Glen J. Coulthard

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Formato:
Paperback
Editore:
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Anno di pubblicazione
2012
Lingua:
Inglese
Pagine:
384
Dimensioni:
284 X 210
Codice EAN:
9780073516851
Generi:
Computers & Web, Computer Science
Prezzo di copertina:
$ 113,25

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McGraw-Hill's Computing Now1! 2012: Today's Computing Concepts . How are you keeping up with today's technology? How are you integrating today's technology into your personal life? How is today's technology changing the world around us? What will you learn about today's technology that will help you succeed? Computing Now! 2012 offers students of today an engaging resource designed to provide current, intriguing information about computing concepts. With society's ever-changing technology, isolating need-to-know information is imperative so that only accurate, realistic concepts are emphasized. Computing Now! provides a fresh new design via its magazine-style approach to enhance student learning and bring these important concepts to life! Computing Now! 2012 also correlates with SimNet Online, our online training and assessment program for Microsoft Office 2010 skills and also computing concepts! Computing Now! 2012 Today's Computing Concepts for today's students.

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Computing Now! 2012 Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Lesson 1A: Computers and Their Uses LO 1.1 -- What Is a Computer? LO 1.2 -- Types of Digital Computers LO 1.3 -- Computers in Society Lesson 1B: Looking Inside the Computer LO 1.4 -- The Parts of a Computer LO 1.5 -- Essential Computer Hardware LO 1.6 -- Software Brings the Machine to Life LO 1.7 -- Data and Users Chapter 2: The Ins and Outs of Computing Lesson 2A: Input Devices LO 2.1 -- User Interfaces LO 2.2 -- Common Input Devices LO 2.3 -- Inputting Data in Other Ways LO 2.4 -- Ergonomics and Input Devices Lesson 2B: Output Devices LO 2.5 -- Monitors LO 2.6 -- Sound Systems LO 2.7 -- Printers LO 2.8 -- Other Output Devices Chapter 3: Operating Systems and Application Software Lesson 3A: Operating System Basics LO 3.1 -- Operating System Types and Functions LO 3.2 -- Moving Data Around the Computer LO 3.3 -- Common Operating Systems LO 3.4 -- Data, Files, and Utility Programs Lesson 3B: Application Software LO 3.5 -- Acquiring and Installing Software LO 3.6 -- Productivity Software LO 3.7 -- Graphics Software Chapter 4: Meeting Your Computing Needs Lesson 4A: Choosing the Right Computer LO 4.1 -- Determining Your Computing Needs LO 4.2 -- Storage Devices and Options LO 4.3 -- Selecting a Manufacturer and Vendor Lesson 4B: Mobile Gear LO 4.4 -- Mobile Devices LO 4.5 -- Handheld Devices LO 4.6 -- Mobile Networks and Communications LO 4.7 -- Mobile Access to Your Data Chapter 5: Bringing the World to You Lesson 5A: The Internet LO 5.1 -- The Internet's History and Structure LO 5.2 -- Overview of Internet Services LO 5.3 -- The Internet at Home LO 5.4 -- The Internet at School Lesson 5B: The Mobile User LO 5.5 -- Mobile Software LO 5.6 -- Effective Mobile Business LO 5.7 -- Safe and Courteous Computing Chapter 6: Safe Computing in a Connected World Lesson 6A: Social Media and Cloud Computing LO 6.1 -- Making Your Mark on the Web LO 6.2 -- Online Income and E-Commerce LO 6.3 -- Cloud Computing for Individuals and Businesses Lesson 6B: Computer Security and Online Privacy LO 6.4 -- Basic Security Concepts LO 6.5 -- Safeguarding Your Hardware LO 6.6 -- Keeping Your Data Secure LO 6.7 -- Protecting Yourself and Your Identity Chapter 7: Making Connections Lesson 7A: Networking and Information Systems LO 7.1 -- Computer Networks LO 7.2 -- Information Systems: What and Why LO 7.3 -- Types of Information Systems LO 7.4 --Networks, Hardware, and Data Management Lesson 7B: Computing Ethics LO 7.5 -- Digital Piracy LO 7.6 -- Personal Computing Ethics LO 7.7 -- Professional Computing Ethics Chapter 8: Your Future in Computing Lesson 8A: Computing and Careers LO 8.1 -- Computing in Your Field LO 8.2 -- Telecommuting LO 8.3 -- Emerging Careers Lesson 8B: The Future of Computing LO 8.4 -- Advancements in Computing and Technology LO 8.5 -- Effects of Computing LO 8.6 -- What's Next