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Computers Are Your Future, Introductory Catherine Laberta

Computers Are Your Future, Introductory By Catherine Laberta

Computers Are Your Future, Introductory by Catherine Laberta


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Computers Are Your Future, Introductory Summary

Computers Are Your Future, Introductory by Catherine Laberta

For introductory courses in computer concepts or computer literacy often including instruction in Microsoft Office.

Engages students with a refreshing and easy to learn from style, while maintaining an encyclopedic approach and popular magazine-style format.

A REFERENCE TOOL FOR TODAY'S STUDENT!

Today's students want a practical what it is and how it works approach to computers and computing, with less explanation of when and why.

This edition of Computers Are Your Future was revised to match what students know today with what they need to know in order to be successful in the exciting and ever-changing world of information technology.

Computers Are Your Future serves as a valuable computer technology reference tool without being overwhelming or intimidating.

About Catherine Laberta

Catherine LaBerta is a Full Professor in the Computer Science/Mathematics Department at Erie Community College in Buffalo, NY. She is also an adjunct professor at SUNY-Buffalo. Catherine teaches courses that range from Intro to Computers to Programming in C++ to Web Development. Originally a math major, Catherine took additional courses in computers and programming and found a field that clicked for her. She enjoys the constant changes in the computer and related fields as it forces one to keep up and constantly learn. Not a total book worm, she loves skiing in Purgatory, CO, one of her favorite spots. She also enjoys boating-especially schooner trips off the coast of Maine- and will always be working on that golf game.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1

Computers and You

Spotlight 1

Ethics

Chapter 2

Inside the System Unit

Chapter 3

Input/Output and Storage

Spotlight 2

File Management

Chapter 4

System Software

Spotlight 3

Buying and Upgrading Your Home Computer System

Chapter 5

Application Software: Tools for Productivity

Spotlight 4

Microsoft Office

Chapter 6

The Internet & the World Wide Web

Spotlight 5

Web 2.0

Chapter 7

Networks: Communicating and Sharking Resources

Chapter 8

Wired and Wireless Communications

Spotlight 6

Digital Life

Chapter 9

Privacy, Crime, and Security

Spotlight 7

Emerging Technologies

Additional information

CIN0135092817G
9780135092811
0135092817
Computers Are Your Future, Introductory by Catherine Laberta
Used - Good
Paperback
Pearson Education (US)
2010-04-15
448
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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